Hampshire · England
New-build mastic & snagging in Kimpton, Hampshire
New build mastic across Kimpton and nearby, with old sealant always removed completely and a 12-month guarantee.
- Untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list
- Beads laid onto grit and dust from the build
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
Should I try it myself first?
If you do try it yourself, take your time over the preparation: remove every trace of old sealant, clean and dry the joint, and follow the product’s cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, then guaranteed for a year.
How we handle new build mastic in Kimpton
For builders and developers, we work through plots to the schedule you give us. Bathrooms, en suites, kitchens, frames and skirting are sealed ready for handover with a sealant suited to each area. If you have untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list and second-fix sealing on new plots, we can put it right.
Somewhere as small as Kimpton, new homes tend to be conversions, self-builds or a few houses rather than an estate. Every one needs its sealant and floor joints done properly, whatever the size of the site.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you are.
- Location
- Kimpton (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear price before any work starts
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Your questions about new build mastic in Kimpton
Do you work for landlords with property near Grateley station?
Yes. We work for landlords and agents as well as householders. Just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the address and what needs doing, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
Can you do new build mastic in Kimpton?
Yes, Kimpton is within the area we cover. We work across London and the South East. Just call 0345 464 0079 or email us with a few details of the job.
When is the sealant fully cured?
Cure times vary by product and the conditions. We tell you how long to leave it before we go.
Are you insured?
Yes, we are fully insured for every job we do.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We hold ARBOMaster approved applicator status.
Is it worth trying it myself?
You can, for simple jobs. The key is preparation: remove all the old material and work on a clean, dry joint. If it doesn’t work out, we can redo it.
How long does the job take?
It depends on the size of the job, but most jobs take anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. We’ll tell you when we quote.
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 rushed onto dusty, unprimed surfaces. Both lead to early failure.
What sealant work cannot fix
We will not take on work that will not last, so here’s what sealant cannot put right:
- Broken tiles or a split tray
- Settlement cracks that need a surveyor
- Your warranty claim itself, which is between you and the builder
If in doubt, ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we will say what we think.
Where we work in Kimpton
- Kitchens
- Plot handovers
- Show homes
- Skirting & floors
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Windows & doors
What we do, step by step
On the day, we look over the joints with you first, so you know exactly what we are doing. Surfaces next to the work are protected before any work begins. The work generally takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. Somewhere like Kimpton 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.
- We look at why each joint failed, including any movement.
- Old sealant is cut out and the joints cleaned.
- Joints are dried and primed where the product calls for it.
- Baths are filled with water, then the new sealant is applied.
- We check every joint and leave you with the cure times.
Before we arrive
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Move anything stored near the joints
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
How to get a quote
Call for a quick quote, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we will explain what’s involved and give you a clear quote.
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Quotes for new build mastic in Kimpton
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- The number and length of the joints
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- How easy the joints are to reach
Combining jobs into one visit generally makes better use of the time than several visits. You will get one clear quote for the whole job.
What to tell us for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote. When you get in contact, it helps to mention:
- Where the property is
- The problem you’ve noticed
- How we’d reach the joints
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
To get a quote, call 0345 464 0079 or email us and tell us where the job is and what the problem looks like. We’ll give you a clear quote before any work starts.
What we are called out for in Kimpton
Sealant applied onto damp surfaces doesn’t bond well. On a busy site, joints are not always given time to dry.
It’s worth asking for a quote if you see:
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
In and around Kimpton, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Comparing quotes
- Is VAT in the price?
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
What else we do in Kimpton
Aftercare tips
Looking after new joints is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Watch for new gaps as the house dries out
- Do not wait for the house to settle if water is getting through
- Follow the cure time we give you
- Don’t seal over failed sealant yourself
Leave the sealant for the cure time we give you before showering or bathing. Most silicones need around a day.
Do not let the snagging period run out with sealant problems unreported. After that, putting it right may fall to you so report it promptly.
New build mastic in Kimpton: local notes
Compared with the north and west, the South East gets less rain, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
For new homes near Grateley station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
Kimpton is about 5 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Jobs in Kimpton get the same care as everywhere else we work: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee. Our Hampshire coverage runs to 683 places, and Kimpton is one of them. There’s also a page for Southampton, about 23 miles away.
Here we cover the SP11 postcode area for new build mastic. Whether your property is on Cow Lane, Deacon Road and Down Road or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. Nearby, we also carry out new build mastic in Great Shoddesden (1 mile north), Perham Down (2 miles north-west), Ludgershall (2 miles north-west), Tidworth (3 miles west) and Shipton Bellinger (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Andover (5 miles east), Whitchurch (11 miles east), East Anton (6 miles east), Harestock (15 miles south-east), Overton (15 miles east) and Picket Piece (7 miles east).
Around Kimpton
The nearest railway station is Grateley station, about 3.9 miles south. Nearby you will also find Ludgershall Castle (2.6 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.6 miles east). The countryside around Kimpton includes Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
What happens if it’s left?
A tube of sealant from the DIY shop won’t fix the cause: grit, unprimed surfaces and old layers underneath. Proper removal and preparation are what make it last. Where a wall is exposed, as many are in small places like Kimpton, wind-driven rain gets into any failed joint, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Some things make a job bigger or smaller: how much old sealant there is and how stubborn it is, whether mould needs treating, and whether we need extra access for height. We take all of that into account in your quote.
Why book with us
- Fully insured
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- Arbo and Everbuild products
- We agree the colour with you first