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New-build mastic & snagging in Ottinge, Kent
Specialist new build mastic for Ottinge: the right sealant, proper preparation and a neat finish. Call for a quick quote.
- Leaking shower tray seals in a new home
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by going over the job with you. We protect the surfaces around the joints before any work begins. Most jobs take a few hours in a single home. In a small place like Ottinge, access is generally the main thing to plan. If the job is outside, mention outbuildings, exposed walls and how to reach them.
- First we work through your snagging list or plot schedule with you.
- Failed or untidy sealant is cut out completely.
- Surfaces are cleaned of building dust and primed where needed.
- A sealant chosen for each area goes in and is tooled smooth.
- Finally, each room is checked and you’re given the cure time.
Before we arrive
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
Ask for a quote
It all starts with a short chat. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job, and we’ll explain how we’d tackle it. Whenever you’re ready, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
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How we handle new build mastic in Ottinge
Some new-home owners let the house settle before resealing. That makes sense for small gaps that are just cosmetic, but a failed shower or bath seal shouldn’t wait. If you’re dealing with sealant work across a run of new homes and frame joints opening as the plaster dries, we can put it right, on bathrooms & en suites, plot handovers and windows & doors alike.
Work in a small place like Ottinge just needs the journey and access planning, and once on site, the job is the same as anywhere.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right with it in that time, tell us and we will put it right.
- Location
- Ottinge (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
When something else is needed
Sealant isn’t the answer to every problem, and we’d rather say so up front. Sealant won’t put right:
- Leaking fittings rather than failed sealant
- Cracked trays, tiles or worktops
- Structural cracks in walls or ceilings
If in doubt, call 0345 464 0079 or email us and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we seal
- Windows & doors
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Show homes
- Plot handovers
- Kitchens
- Skirting & floors
Do you need new build mastic in Ottinge?
Not every new-build joint gets the right sealant: decorators’ caulk in a wet area, or a stiff sealant where there’s movement. Neither lasts long.
If you can see any of these, it’s time to have the joints looked at:
- Beads laid onto grit and dust from the build
- Leaking shower tray seals in a new home
- Internal frame sealant that has split
- Gaps behind new kitchen upstands
Around Ottinge, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Questions to ask before you book
- What preparation is included
- Whether VAT is included
- The length of the guarantee
- Which colour the sealant will be
Can I do it myself?
If you do try it yourself, take your time over the preparation: take out all the old sealant, make sure the joint is clean and dry, and give it the full cure time. If it does not work out, we can still put it right.
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again.
Your questions about new build mastic in Ottinge
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Sandling station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 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 Ottinge?
Yes, Ottinge is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or email us and let us know what needs doing.
Can new sealant go on top of the old bead?
No. Sealing over old sealant looks fine for a few weeks, then lifts. All the old sealant comes out before work begins.
Are you fully insured?
Yes. Full insurance covers our work.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes. Sealing over the old bead is the commonest cause of early failure, so we never do it.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes, for a year. If there’s a problem with our work in that time, tell us and we’ll put it right.
How much does new build mastic cost in Ottinge?
Size, access and the old material all affect the cost. Ask us for a quote.
Do the sealants smell?
That depends on the sealant. Some products have a noticeable smell, others very little.
How the job changes by surface
Skirting and floors
New homes often develop a gap between skirting and floor. A flexible sealant closes it without cracking like caulk.
Show homes
Tired or marked sealant in a show home can be renewed. We cut it out and reseal neatly.
Places near Ottinge
Other services in Ottinge
What new build mastic looks like in Ottinge
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 Sandling station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
Ottinge is about 5 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. We carry out new build mastic for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Ottinge and the surrounding area, as part of our work across Kent. Ottinge is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Chelmsford is on our list too, about 49 miles from Ottinge.
Jobs for new build mastic in CT4 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Canterbury Road, Boyke Lane and Shuttlesfield Lane. Other places close to Ottinge include Lyminge (1 mile south-west), Rhodes Minnis (1 mile west), Woodland (1 mile west), Skeete (2 miles south-west) and Hemsted (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (10 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (9 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Deal (14 miles east).
What’s near Ottinge
The closest station to Ottinge is Sandling station, about 3.7 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3 miles south) and Folkestone Castle (4 miles south-east). Not far away are Cheriton Hill.
What affects the quote in Ottinge
We don’t publish a price list. The quote depends on:
- Working hours on commercial sites
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- The size of the job
- The product the joint needs
Doing several joints on one visit is generally more efficient than separate visits. You will get one clear quote for the whole job.
Asking for a quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Try to tell us:
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- The rough size of the job
- The problem you’ve noticed
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
Need a quote? Please phone 0345 464 0079 or email us with a few details. We will explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before we start.
Keeping the joints in good condition
A little care helps the new joints last. Our advice:
- Watch for new gaps as the house dries out
- Wait for the cure time before using a resealed shower
- Photograph failed sealant before it’s redone
- Report sealant problems to your builder during the snagging period
Watch the joints as the house settles. Hairline gaps can open as timber and plaster dry and can be resealed later.
Do not let the snagging period run out with sealant problems unreported. Once it ends, the repair may be down to you.