Wokingham · England
New-build mastic & snagging in Reading, Wokingham
We cover Reading for plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly and a one-year guarantee.
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Gaps behind new kitchen upstands
Aftercare tips
Once the sealant has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Record problems with dated photos
- Get a leaking seal dealt with right away
- 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. Small gaps can appear as the house dries and can be resealed later.
A failed seal in a new home lets water into joists, plasterboard and ceilings. Early resealing keeps the job small and the new finishes intact.
How we handle new build mastic in Reading
Some owners wait for the first year’s movement before having joints redone. For small cosmetic gaps, that is reasonable, but a failed shower or bath seal shouldn’t wait. We work on skirting & floors, plot handovers and windows & doors, and people most often call us about frame joints opening as the plaster dries and gaps behind new kitchen upstands.
Commercial units around a large town like Reading usually have concrete floors with joints that need filling and resealing as they wear. Homes need the same attention on a smaller scale, from skirting joints to shower seals.
You get a 12-month guarantee, the same in Reading as everywhere else we work.
Common questions in Reading
Is Reading in your area for new build mastic?
Yes, Reading is within the area we cover. We work across London and the South East. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and tell us what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear quote.
What guarantee comes with new build mastic in Reading?
All our work, in Reading and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We’re fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Can I do it myself?
For a simple, easy-to-reach joint, a careful DIYer can do a reasonable job. Most DIY failures come from sealing over old material, wet joints or too much sealant.
Do you work for letting agents?
Yes, often. We can quote for several properties at once, and between tenancies is a good time for the work.
Will it make a mess?
No. We work neatly, protect the area around the joints and tidy up afterwards.
When is the best time to reseal in a new build?
Any seal that is leaking should be redone right away. Cosmetic gaps can wait until the first year or two of movement has passed.
How long does new build mastic take?
Typically it takes a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots. Larger jobs naturally take longer, and we will say how long yours will take.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Several rooms, windows or areas can go on one quote.
Also near Reading
What else we do in Reading
Common problems we fix in Reading
Later trades and the final clean can damage fresh sealant. A bead disturbed before it has cured may never seal properly.
Look out for these signs:
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Sealant work across a run of new homes
- Sealant applied over dusty or wet surfaces
- Worktop and upstand sealant coming away
In and around Reading, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Comparing quotes
- How the joint is cleaned and prepared
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- How the colour is chosen
What we do, step by step
Good joint work is mostly preparation, so that’s where we spend the time. Joints are cleaned back and dried before anything new goes in. All told, the work takes a few hours in a single home. Where a business in Reading needs to stay open, out-of-hours working can be arranged, and homes are booked within our usual hours, Monday to Saturday.
- We look at why each joint failed, including any movement.
- We remove the failed sealant and clean the joints.
- Joints are dried and primed where the product calls for it.
- Baths are filled with water, then the new sealant is applied.
- The finished joints are checked and the cure times given.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep pets and children clear of the area while we work
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
Get a quote
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is. When it suits you, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
Advice
Should I try it myself first?
The biggest DIY mistake is sealing over old sealant. Silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. Everything old must be removed first.
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, such as a straightforward joint indoors. The common mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using far too much.
New build mastic around Reading
Compared with the north and west, the South East gets less rain, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
If you’ve bought a new home near Reading West station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two.
Reading is about 38 miles west of London, in Wokingham. Wherever you are in the RG6 postcode area, we can carry out new build mastic at your property. 35 places in Wokingham are on our list, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across RG6, RG31, RG1 and RG30 for new build mastic. We cover properties on Downshire Square, Market Way and Market Place. Reading sits on or near the A4 and A33. Other places close to Reading include Coley Park (1 mile south-west), West Reading (1 mile north-west), Newtown (1 mile east), Lower Caversham (1 mile north-east) and Whitley (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Wokingham (6 miles south-east), Woodley (3 miles east), Crowthorne (9 miles south-east), Lower Earley (3 miles south-east), Winnersh (4 miles east) and Woosehill (6 miles south-east). Reading is one of the larger places we cover in Wokingham.
Near you in Reading
In Reading, that means homes and buildings near Former Kennet Arms, Eldon Square and Kendrick School and the streets around them. Nearby too are University of Reading library (1.5 miles south-east) and Eurospeak Language School (0.5 miles north). Reading’s nearest station is Reading West station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Oracle (under half a mile north-east) and Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (0.8 miles east). The countryside around Reading includes Sonning Hill and Longwater.
Landlord and commercial work in Reading
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. For commercial premises, we can talk through working times when we quote.
From a single let to a portfolio, you get the same standard of work: old sealant fully removed, joints prepared properly and a one-year guarantee.
Quotes for new build mastic in Reading
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- Any working-time requirements on site
- The type of sealant required
- Whether the work is at height
- The number of rooms or windows
Rather than a set price list, we price the job in front of us: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. You’ll know the price before we begin.
What we need to know
When you call or email, it’s useful to know:
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- Whether it has been sealed before
- Whether it’s a home or a business
Need a quote? Please call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a few details. You will know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.
What happens if it’s left?
If you’re still in the builder’s snagging or warranty period, ask them to put it right first. If it keeps failing or is not dealt with, we can reseal it properly. In a large rental market like Reading, tired sealant leads to tenant complaints about mould, damp and leaks. It’s simpler to sort between tenants than in the middle of a let.
Leaving a failed joint normally makes the job bigger, not smaller. If you’re not sure whether it needs doing, phone 0345 464 0079 or email us for an honest opinion and a quote.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Reading
- We’re fully insured
- A choice of colours where the product allows
- Any old sealant cut out fully, not covered over
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced or customer reviews.