Kent · England
New-build mastic & snagging in Ram Lane, Kent
New build mastic in Ram Lane from a team with over 20 years’ experience. Rated 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews.
- Cracked sealant around new window and door frames
- Skirting joints opening in the first winter
- Untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list
How it works
Good joint work is mostly preparation, so that’s where we spend the time. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. All told, the work takes a few hours in a single home. Somewhere like Ram Lane 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.
- First, the list of joints is agreed from your snagging sheet or plot schedule.
- Every bit of the old builder’s sealant is cut out.
- We clean out the dust and grit left from the build.
- We prime where needed and apply a sealant suited to each joint.
- Each bead is tooled and the cure times explained.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Clear items away from the joints we are working on
Getting a quote
Call for a quick quote, or email us if that is easier. Describe what needs sealing and we will talk you through the work before giving you a price.
Advice
New build mastic for homes and businesses in Ram Lane
Dust is the enemy of new-build sealant. Each joint is cleaned of dust and primed where the product calls for it, so the new bead bonds properly rather than sitting on a layer of grit. Typical jobs include plot mastic for developers ahead of handover and beads laid onto grit and dust from the build, on kitchens, windows & doors and show homes.
Work in a small place like Ram Lane just needs the journey and access planning, and once on site, the job is the same as anywhere.
All our work is covered by a 12-month guarantee.
- Where
- Ram Lane (TN26, TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear price before any work starts
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. We suggest:
- Act quickly if a seal starts to leak
- Raise failed sealant with the developer while you are covered
- Clean sealant with mild detergent, not abrasives
- Check bath and shower seals every few months as the house settles
Watch the joints as the house settles. Hairline gaps can open as timber and plaster dry.
Lifting sealant traps moisture and mould behind it. Dealing with it before it goes black saves a harder job later.
Nearby places to Ram Lane
What else we do in Ram Lane
Why deal with it now?
Running a new bead over the builder’s sealant might look tidy for a few weeks, but it won’t bond to the old layer. A lasting seal starts with removing the old one completely. Around Ram Lane, older homes often have timber in their floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
Some things make a job bigger or smaller: the old material and how easily it comes out, any mould to treat, and whether we need extra access for height. We take all of that into account in your quote.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Ram Lane
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
- A choice of colours where the product allows
- An ARBOMaster approved applicator
- Anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas
Take a look at what affects the cost and our reviews.
Common questions in Ram Lane
Can you do new build mastic in Ram Lane?
Yes, Ram Lane is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and let us know what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear price.
I let a flat near Charing station. Can you help?
Yes, we work for letting agents and landlords. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the address and a few details, and we will give you a fixed price before work begins.
What colour sealant will you use?
We use white, clear or a colour to suit the finishes. Let us know your preference when you ask for a quote.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on the job. Inside work needs someone to give us access.
Will it make a mess?
Not at all. We work neatly, protect the area around the joints and tidy up afterwards.
What information do you need?
A short description and the location, plus photos if you have them. If we need more, we’ll ask.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Yes, always, and completely. New silicone does not stick to old silicone, so the joint is cleaned back first.
What do you put in the joint?
It depends on the joint: sanitary silicone where it gets wet, and sealants suited to movement or weather elsewhere. Brands we use include Arbo and Everbuild.
What we’re called out for in Ram Lane
If plaster or screed was still damp when it was sealed, the bond suffers. On a busy site, joints are not always given time to dry before the sealant goes on.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
- Sealant work across a run of new homes
For new homes near Charing station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
What your quote should include
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- Whether VAT is included
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
- How long to leave it before use
DIY sealant or a professional job?
Not every job suits DIY: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas need the right product, the right access and the right method.
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is.
When something else is needed
Sealant isn’t the answer to every problem, and we’ll tell you before work begins. It will not solve:
- Disputes or warranty claims with your builder
- Structural cracks in walls or ceilings
- Leaking fittings rather than failed sealant
If you are not sure, just phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Where we work in Ram Lane
- Skirting & floors
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Kitchens
- Windows & doors
- Show homes
- Plot handovers
New build mastic around Ram Lane
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 Ram Lane, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Ram Lane is about 4 miles north-west of Ashford, in Kent. If you need new build mastic in Ram Lane, it’s easy to get a quote: please ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email. We cover Kent from our Crawley base. Ram Lane is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. We also work in Chelmsford, about 41 miles from Ram Lane.
Every address in TN26 and TN25 is covered for new build mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Ram Lane include Tutt Hill (1 mile south-east), Westwell Leacon (1 mile north-west), Hothfield (1 mile south), Westwell (1 mile east) and Potters Corner (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (4 miles south-east), Canterbury (13 miles north-east), Sittingbourne (11 miles north), Whitstable (15 miles north-east) and Faversham (9 miles north).
What’s near Ram Lane
The closest station to Ram Lane is Charing station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find County Square (3.6 miles south-east) and William Harvey Hospital (5.4 miles south-east).
How we quote for new build mastic
Call for a quick quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether the work is at height
- The type of sealant required
- Any mould that needs treating
- Any working-time requirements on site
There are no prices on our website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. Call for a quick quote and we will talk you through it.
Asking for a quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. When you ask for a quote, tell us:
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- The rough size of the job
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- What’s wrong with the joints now
It all starts with a short chat. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is. When it suits you, phone 0345 464 0079 or email us.