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New-build mastic & snagging in Malting Green, Essex
New build mastic for Malting Green, by sealant specialists with 20+ years’ experience. 180+ five-star Google reviews and a 4.9 rating.
- Worktop and upstand sealant coming away
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
- Internal frame sealant that has split
New build mastic in Malting Green
Our new-build work comes in two parts: plot mastic for developers, and putting right failed sealant for people who’ve bought a new home. Both get the same care over preparation, because that is what rushed new-build sealant usually lacks. We work on skirting & floors, bathrooms & en suites and show homes, and the jobs we see most are gaps between new skirting and floors and sealant that never bonded to the surface.
Somewhere as small as Malting Green, new homes tend to be conversions, self-builds or a few houses rather than an estate. Each still needs its sealant and floor joints finished properly.
There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, whatever its size.
- Place
- Malting Green (CO2)
- Region
- Essex
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Surface by surface
Show homes
Bathrooms, kitchens and frames in show homes are sealed or resealed to a neat finish. We’ll plan around viewing times.
Kitchens
Worktops in new homes can move slightly as the house dries, opening gaps behind the upstand. A fresh flexible bead closes them.
The process
A visit follows a simple pattern: we look at the joints together, mask and protect the surrounding surfaces, do the work and tidy away. Most jobs take anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. For a village or hamlet like Malting Green, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. We bring what the job needs, so it can be finished in one trip 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 down to clean surfaces.
- We clean out the dust and grit left from the build.
- Primer goes on where the surface and product need it, then the new sealant.
- We tool every joint neatly and tell you when each area can be used.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Clear items away from the joints we are working on
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
Getting a quote
Want a quote for new build mastic? Please phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and tell us about the job. We will explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before we start.
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Looking after it afterwards
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. Our tips:
- Check bath and shower seals every few months as the house settles
- Do not wait for the house to settle if water is getting through
- Wait for the cure time before using a resealed shower
- Ventilate bathrooms well, especially in the first year
Wipe the sealant with warm soapy water. Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off it as they wear the bead.
Report failed sealant to the builder while you’re in the snagging period. Once it ends, the repair may be down to you.
What sealant work cannot fix
In fairness, some problems need a different trade:
- Cracked trays, tiles or worktops
- Your warranty claim itself, which is between you and the builder
- Movement caused by a poorly fitted tray or bath
If in doubt, ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we will say what we think.
Where we work in Malting Green
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Windows & doors
- Kitchens
- Skirting & floors
- Show homes
- Plot handovers
What happens if it’s left?
A quick bead over the top of the old sealant can look fine at first, but it cannot bond to what’s underneath. A lasting seal starts with removing the old one completely. Older cottages and farmhouses around Malting Green can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
Instead of a standard rate, we look at what your job involves: the amount of work, the old material and the access. You’ll know the price before we begin.
Why Malting Green clients choose us
- 180+ five-star Google reviews
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
- Every job guaranteed for a year
- Colour agreed with you before work begins
Read how sealant jobs are priced and our reviews.
For landlords and businesses
We also work for businesses, from offices to washrooms and kitchens. For commercial premises, we can talk through working times when we quote.
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements and we will give you a quote.
Questions from Malting Green
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Colchester Town station?
Yes, we work for landlords and letting agents. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll give you a fixed price before we start.
Do you cover Malting Green for new build mastic?
Yes, Malting Green 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, and we will give you a clear quote.
How much does new build mastic cost in Malting Green?
The cost depends on the size of the job, access and how much old sealant has to come out. Ask us for a quote and we will talk you through it.
Is it normal for sealant to crack in a new home?
It’s common, and there are usually two reasons: the house moving as it dries, and sealant that never bonded properly. Cutting it out and resealing properly fixes both.
Will you just run a new bead over the existing one?
No. Over-sealing traps mould and water and soon fails. All the old sealant comes out before work begins.
How long does new build mastic take?
A typical job takes a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots. Your quote will say how long we expect yours to take.
How long before the joint can be used?
That depends on the sealant used, so follow the cure time we give you.
Which products do you use?
Products from Arbo and Everbuild, among others, picked for each joint. We’ll tell you what we are using and why.
New homes and floors in Malting Green
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 Colchester Town station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh. Around Malting Green, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Malting Green is about 3 miles south of Colchester, in Essex. Whether you are in the middle of Malting Green or further out, new build mastic is available for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in 644 places across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. For nearby work, see our Chelmsford page.
Our applicators cover all of the CO2 postcode area for new build mastic. That includes homes and businesses on Abberton Road, Mill Lane and Bounstead Hill. Neighbouring places we cover for new build mastic include Layer-de-la-Haye (1 mile west), Abbey Field (2 miles north), Peldon (2 miles south), Birch (2 miles west) and Heckfordbridge (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (3 miles north), Braintree (14 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (12 miles east), Maldon (12 miles south-west), Witham (11 miles west) and Camulodunum (3 miles north).
Near you in Malting Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Donkey And Buskins Public House. The closest station to Malting Green is Colchester Town station, roughly 3.1 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Birch Castle (2.3 miles west) and Social History Museum (3.1 miles north). Open spaces near Malting Green include Roman River Valley.
Quotes for new build mastic in Malting Green
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- How much there is to do
- How many areas need sealing
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- Which sealant suits the joint
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one gets its own quote. Size, access and the product the joint needs all play a part.
What we need to know
Photos by email are helpful but not essential. Try to tell us:
- Roughly how big the job is
- If someone has resealed it before
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
Every job is quoted individually. Just call 0345 464 0079 or email us with the details.