Kent · England
New Build Mastic in Lydd
Plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes for homes and businesses in Lydd and across Kent. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Worktop and upstand sealant coming away
- Sealant work across a run of new homes
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
New build mastic in Lydd
We work in new homes and on new-build sites across Lydd. One shower or a whole phase of plots, the method does not change: remove, clean, prime where needed, then a neat new bead. If you’re dealing with sealant that never bonded to the surface and new-build shower sealant that has already split, we can put it right, whatever the surface.
Homes around Lydd range from older cottages to newer houses, and their floors range just as widely, each moving in its own way. Skirting and threshold joints need a sealant that suits the floor.
Each job carries a 12-month guarantee, large or small.
- Location
- Lydd (TN29)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How the visit works
On the day, we start by going over the job with you. We protect the surfaces around the joints before any work starts. Most jobs take a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots. In a smaller place like Lydd, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. If the job is outside, tell us about side access and how high the joints are.
- We go through the snagging list or plot schedule and agree the joints to do.
- Failed or untidy sealant is cut out completely.
- We clean off dust from the build and prime the surfaces where the product needs it.
- A sealant chosen for each area goes in and is tooled smooth.
- We check every joint and tell you how long each needs to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
Getting a quote
There’s no standard price list. Instead, we give you a clear quote for your job. To arrange one, ring 0345 464 0079 or email us.
Related advice
Common problems we fix in Lydd
When the heating goes on in the first winter, the house dries fast. Gaps open along skirting, frames and worktops and cracked sealant shows up.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
- Gaps behind new kitchen upstands
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Messy sealant that spoils new finishes
Whether the job is in Lydd itself or nearby, the right material for each joint matters as much as a neat finish.
Before you book anyone
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- How long the guarantee is
Questions from Lydd
Is Lydd in your area for new build mastic?
Yes, Lydd is within the area we cover. We work across London and the South East. You can call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and let us know what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Do you cover smaller places like Lydd?
Yes, Lydd is covered. Our work covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What information do you need?
Where the job is, what the problem is and roughly how big it is. Photos by email help too.
My new home is still under warranty. Should I contact you?
Start with your builder while their snagging or warranty period runs. After that, or if their repair keeps failing, we can do it.
Do I need to be at home?
For indoor joints, yes, someone needs to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Can tenants book the work?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Can you reseal over the builder’s sealant?
No. New silicone won’t bond to old silicone, so it soon lifts and traps water. We cut the old bead out completely.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Yes. All of the old material is cut out and the joint cleaned before resealing.
What affects the quote in Lydd
Call for a quick quote. What matters most is:
- The size of the job
- Which sealant suits the joint
- Whether the work is at height
- The old material and how stubborn it is
The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That’s why we ask a few questions first and agree the price before starting.
What we need to know
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- The rough size of the job
It all starts with a short chat. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is, and we will talk you through what we’d do. Whenever you’re ready, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
Looking after it afterwards
After the cure time, these simple habits help:
- Raise failed sealant with the developer while you’re covered
- Clean sealant with mild detergent, not abrasives
- Act quickly if a seal starts to leak
- Photograph failed sealant before it’s redone
Leave the sealant for the cure time we give you before showering or bathing. Silicone is usually left for about a day to cure enough for use.
Early snagging is easier snagging. Small faults turn into leaks if left.
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report, and it’s quick to put right between tenancies. We can quote for more than one property at once.
Landlords and agents in Lydd can book us as well as householders. Resealing between tenancies keeps a property looking cared for before the next move-in.
How the job changes by surface
Show homes
In a show home, the sealant is on display. Every bead is neat and coloured to suit the room.
Plot handovers
We work through plots to your schedule, sealing each room ready for handover. Joints are prepared properly before sealing so the sealant lasts.
Joints and finishes in Lydd homes
Lydd is within about 3 miles of the coast. Plot mastic on new homes near the coast takes more weather than it would inland, so it’s worth checking at snagging. Rainfall in the South East is lower than in much of the UK, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
In and around Lydd, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Lydd is about 11 miles south-west of Hythe, in Kent. Wherever you are in the TN29 postcode area, we cover new build mastic for homes and businesses. Lydd is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 46 miles away.
All of TN29 is within our area for new build mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Church Road, Station Road and High Street. With the B2075 close by, Lydd is simple for us to get to for new build mastic. We also cover Lydd-on-Sea (2 miles east), Greatstone-on-Sea (3 miles north-east), Old Romney (3 miles north), New Romney (3 miles north-east) and Littlestone-on-Sea (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Ashford (13 miles north), Folkestone (15 miles north-east), Hythe (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (12 miles north-west), Cheriton (14 miles north-east) and Kennington (15 miles north).
Landmarks near Lydd
In Lydd, that means homes and buildings near The Dolphin Hotel. Well-known places in the area include Lydd Town Museum (less than half a mile south-west) and Romney 'castle' (2.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Dungeness National and Burnthouse Pen.
When it is not the sealant
A few problems are outside what sealant work can do:
- Structural cracks in walls or ceilings
- Disputes or warranty claims with your builder
- Baths and trays that move too much for sealant to cope with
If in doubt, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we seal
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Plot handovers
- Show homes
- Skirting & floors
- Kitchens
- Windows & doors