Essex · England
Ivy Chimneys New Build Mastic
New build mastic for Ivy Chimneys and the surrounding area: the right sealant, proper preparation and a neat finish. Call for a quick quote.
- Sealant applied over dusty or wet surfaces
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
- Second-fix sealing on new plots
New build mastic in Ivy Chimneys
We carry out plot mastic and second-fix sealing for builders, and snagging reseals for new-home owners. In both, preparation makes the difference since hurried prep is behind a lot of new-build failures. We work on bathrooms & en suites, windows & doors and skirting & floors, and people most often call us about internal frame sealant that has split and sealant that never bonded to the surface.
Work in a small place like Ivy Chimneys just needs the journey and access planning, and once on site, the job is the same as anywhere.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Ivy Chimneys and across Essex.
- Location
- Ivy Chimneys (CM16)
- Region
- Essex
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear price before work begins
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Surface by surface
Bathrooms and en suites
Shower trays in new homes often move slightly in the first year. We reseal once the old bead is fully out and baths are filled before sealing.
Windows and doors
Internal joints between frames and plaster often crack as a new house dries. We remove cracked sealant and apply a flexible one in a matching colour.
How to look after the new joints
A little care helps the new joints last. We recommend:
- Check bath and shower seals every few months as the house settles
- Use the extractor fan every time you shower
- Keep photos and emails about snagging items
- Do not wait for the house to settle if water is getting through
Watch the joints as the house settles. Small gaps can appear as the house dries.
A seal that splits early is often a sign of movement. Have it resealed, and the tray or bath checked, before it gets worse.
FAQs for Ivy Chimneys
Is there a guarantee on new build mastic in Ivy Chimneys?
All our work, in Ivy Chimneys and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are also fully insured and ARBOMaster approved.
Is Ivy Chimneys in your area for new build mastic?
Yes, Ivy Chimneys is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. You can call 0345 464 0079 or email us and tell us what needs doing.
How much does new build mastic cost in Ivy Chimneys?
It depends on the job, so we quote each one individually. To get one, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a short description of the job.
Where do you work from?
Our base is in Crawley, and we work across South East England, London and Scotland.
Why does sealant fail so quickly in new builds?
New homes dry out and move in their first couple of years, and sealant is often applied quickly onto dusty surfaces. Both lead to early failure.
Is it worth trying it myself?
For a simple, easy-to-reach joint, a careful DIYer can do a reasonable job. The usual mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using too much.
Do you work for letting agents?
Yes, often. Several properties can be quoted together, and between tenancies is a good time for the work.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Always. Sealing over old sealant is the main reason resealing fails early, so we never do it.
What we’re called out for in Ivy Chimneys
Fresh sealant can be knocked or cut by trades finishing off. If it’s disturbed before curing, the joint can be left weak.
The problems people normally mention when they call include:
- Leaking shower tray seals in a new home
- Cracked sealant around new window and door frames
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Sealant work across a run of new homes
Whether the job is in Ivy Chimneys itself or nearby, the right material for each joint matters as much as a neat finish.
What your quote should include
- Which colour the sealant will be
- The length of the guarantee
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- Who turns up on the day
New build mastic around Ivy Chimneys
The South East is one of the drier parts of the UK, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
In and around Ivy Chimneys, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Ivy Chimneys is about 1 mile south-west of Epping, in Essex. Across the CM16 area, our applicators can take on new build mastic. Our Essex coverage runs to 644 places, Ivy Chimneys among them. There’s also a page for London, roughly 16 miles from Ivy Chimneys.
Jobs for new build mastic in CM16 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on High Road, Theydon Road and Centre Avenue and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for new build mastic include Epping (1 mile north-east), Steward's Green (1 mile east), Fiddlers Hamlet (1 mile east), Theydon Garnon (2 miles south-east) and Hobbs Cross (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Harlow (6 miles north), Brentwood (10 miles south-east), Billericay (14 miles east), Loughton (3 miles south-west), Waltham Abbey (4 miles west) and Stansted Mountfitchet (15 miles north).
Around Ivy Chimneys
We work in homes and buildings around The Black Lion pub and St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled School and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Epping Signalling Museum (0.6 miles north-east) and St. Margaret's Hospital (1.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Lippitts Hill and Gernon Bushes.
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy, and it’s quick to put right between tenancies. We can quote for more than one property at once.
In hotels, rooms out of use cost money, so the work can be planned room by room around your bookings where we can. Hotel work is part of what we do, alongside homes and businesses.
How we quote for new build mastic
The price is agreed before any work begins. It’s based on:
- The number of rooms or windows
- The product the joint needs
- The number and length of the joints
- Any working-time requirements on site
Rather than a set price list, we price the job in front of us: the amount of work, the old material and the access. The price is agreed before we begin.
What to tell us for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- The type of property
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- A few pictures by email, if you can
If you’re in Ivy Chimneys and need new build mastic, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and you’ll get a clear quote before we start.
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How the visit works
You do not need to clear the whole room or building, just the space around the work. Everything nearby is protected, and the work takes a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots for a typical job. Somewhere like Ivy Chimneys needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. We bring what the job needs, so it can be finished in one trip where possible.
- Each joint is checked for movement before any work starts.
- We remove the failed sealant and clean the joints.
- We make sure the joints are dry and prime them if needed.
- New sealant goes in, with baths filled first so they’re at their heaviest.
- We check every joint and leave you with the cure times.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Move anything stored near the joints
Get a quote
For a quote, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the location and a short description of the problem. You’ll have a clear quote before any work starts.
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DIY sealant or a professional job?
Some jobs are best left to a professional: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas need the right product, the right access and the right method.
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, like a short, easy-to-reach joint indoors. Where it goes wrong is sealing over the old bead, working on a wet joint or overloading the gap.