Kent · England
New Build Mastic in Ivy Hatch
Problem with your new-build sealant joints in Ivy Hatch? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant.
- Untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list
- New-build shower sealant that has already split
- Sealant that never bonded to the surface
New build mastic for homes and businesses in Ivy Hatch
Dust is the enemy of new-build sealant. Each joint is cleaned of dust and primed where the product calls for it, so the sealant actually sticks instead of bonding to the dust. If you have leaking shower tray seals in a new home and kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall, we can help, whatever the surface.
Older homes in small places like Ivy Hatch often have timber floors that move with the seasons, which is why skirting and threshold joints need a flexible sealant, not filler.
You’re covered for a year from the day we finish. If anything isn’t right with it, phone 0345 464 0079 or email us.
- Location
- Ivy Hatch (TN15)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear price before we start
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY sealant or a professional job?
If you are set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: take out all the old sealant, make sure the joint is clean and dry, and give it the full cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
The biggest DIY mistake is sealing over old sealant. New silicone will not bond to old, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. Everything old must be removed first.
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Common questions in Ivy Hatch
I let a flat near Borough Green & Wrotham station. Can you help?
Yes. We work for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners, and several properties can be quoted together. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the address and what needs doing, and we will give you a clear price.
Do you cover Ivy Hatch for new build mastic?
Yes. Our work covers London and the South East, and Ivy Hatch is part of that. Just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with a few details of the job, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
Who should fix failed sealant in a new build?
Start with your builder while their snagging or warranty period runs. After that, or if their repair keeps failing, we can do it and our work is guaranteed for a year.
Can you do plot mastic on a new development?
Yes. Second-fix sealing in bathrooms, kitchens, frames and floors is part of what we do. Good preparation keeps snagging to a minimum.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes, always, and completely. New sealant will not bond properly to old, so the joint is cleaned back first.
What does new build mastic cost?
We do not publish prices, because the cost depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. We agree the price before any work begins.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes, we can. More than one area can be quoted together.
Should I try DIY first?
It depends on the job. Work at height, movement joints, fire-rated gaps and large areas are best left to a professional.
Keeping the joints in good condition
Looking after new joints is easy:
- Ventilate bathrooms well, especially in the first year
- Clean sealant with mild detergent, not abrasives
- Raise failed sealant with the developer while you are covered
- Keep photos and emails about snagging items
Wipe the sealant with warm soapy water. Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off it, which can damage the surface.
Do not let the snagging period run out with sealant problems unreported. Once it ends, the repair may be down to you so report it promptly.
Why deal with it now?
A hairline gap at a skirting can wait, but water getting through cannot. Not sure whether yours can wait? You can phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a few photos. Older cottages and farmhouses around Ivy Hatch can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting, because water and mould keep working on it. If you’re not sure whether it needs doing, phone 0345 464 0079 or email us for an honest opinion and a quote.
Why book with us
- Arbo and Everbuild products
- 20+ years of sealant experience
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
- We’re fully insured
Read our cost guide or what customers say.
What we do, step by step
At the end, we look at the finished work together and tell you how long to leave it. The work normally takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots, depending on the size of the job. Somewhere like Ivy Hatch needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. Everything for the job comes with us, so a second trip is avoided where possible.
- We start by going through the snagging items or plot schedule with you.
- Every bit of the old builder’s sealant is cut out, with no layer left behind.
- We clean out the dust and grit left from the build.
- We prime where needed and apply a sealant suited to each joint.
- We tool every joint neatly and tell you when each area can be used.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Clear the area around the work
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the location and a short description of the problem. We will send you a clear quote before any work starts.
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What sealant work cannot fix
We’d rather tell you now than do work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- Baths and trays that move too much for sealant to cope with
- Damaged fittings that need replacing
- Structural cracks in walls or ceilings
If you’re not sure, just phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Plot handovers
- Skirting & floors
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Windows & doors
- Show homes
What new build mastic looks like in Ivy Hatch
Compared with the north and west, the South East gets less rain, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
For new homes near Borough Green & Wrotham station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
Ivy Hatch is about 4 miles east of Sevenoaks, in Kent. For new build mastic in and around Ivy Hatch, it’s easy to get a quote: please phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email. We cover Kent from our Crawley base. Our Kent coverage runs to 922 places, Ivy Hatch among them. There’s also a page for London, about 22 miles away.
We cover every part of TN15 for new build mastic. New build mastic is available to properties on Coach Road, Ismays Road and Stone Street Road. We also cover the places around Ivy Hatch: Ightham (1 mile north-east), Stone Street (1 mile west), Sheet Hill (1 mile east), Yopps Green (1 mile east) and Oldbury (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles east), Dartford (12 miles north), Sevenoaks (4 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (9 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north) and Tonbridge (5 miles south).
Local landmarks in Ivy Hatch
Around Ivy Hatch, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve and The Plough pub. For rail, the closest station is Borough Green & Wrotham station, roughly 2.2 miles north-east. A little further out are Beechin Wood Archery Museum (2.8 miles north-east) and Sevenoaks Hospital (3.6 miles west).
What the job involves on each surface
Kitchens
Beside the sink, the joint takes water every day. We use a sealant suited to kitchens, food-safe where it’s needed.
Bathrooms and en suites
Baths, showers, basins and trays in new bathrooms are the most common new-build reseal. The old sealant comes out and anti-fungal sanitary silicone goes in after cleaning and priming.
When to call us in Ivy Hatch
A new house holds a lot of water from the build, and it dries out over the first couple of years. As it does, timber shrinks and joints open and the sealant has to cope with the movement.
The most common problems we see are:
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Sealant that never bonded to the surface
- Cracks appearing as a new home settles
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
In and around Ivy Hatch, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Before booking anyone
- What guarantee comes with the work
- What preparation is included
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- Whether they’re fully insured