Kent · England
New-build mastic & snagging in Shatterling, Kent
Problem with your new-build sealant joints in Shatterling? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant.
- Worktop and upstand sealant coming away
- Internal frame sealant that has split
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
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.
Kitchens
As a new house dries, worktops and walls shift a little, opening gaps behind the upstand. We reseal them with a flexible sealant.
About our new build mastic in Shatterling
Building dust is behind a lot of failed 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 gaps between new skirting and floors and gaps opening as the house dries out and settles, across show homes, bathrooms & en suites and windows & doors.
Older homes in small places like Shatterling often have timber floors that move with the seasons, which is why skirting and threshold joints need a flexible sealant, not filler.
Our work is backed for twelve months.
- Location
- Shatterling (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear price before work begins
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
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How we quote for new build mastic
Jobs vary more than people expect. What affects the quote:
- How much there is to do
- How easy the joints are to reach
- The product the joint needs
- How many areas need sealing
Some things make a job bigger or smaller: the old material and how easily it comes out, any mould to treat, and whether the work is at height. We take all of that into account in your quote.
What we need to know
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Please mention:
- Photos by email, if that is easy
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Where the property is
The more we know about the job, the more useful the quote. Tell us where the job is, what’s wrong and how much there is, and email pictures if that’s easy.
How it works
On the day, we start by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we’re doing. We protect the surfaces around the joints before any work begins. Most jobs take anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. For a village or hamlet like Shatterling, 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.
- Joints are vacuumed and cleaned of building dust.
- Primer goes on where the surface and product need it, then the new sealant.
- Each bead is tooled and the cure times explained.
How to prepare
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
Ask for a quote
Call for a quick quote, or send an email if you’d rather. Describe what needs sealing and we will explain what’s involved and give you a clear price.
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Should I try it myself first?
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A thick, smeared bead looks untidy and doesn’t move well, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that is fine. We remove it and do the joint properly, so tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
Shatterling: your questions answered
Can you do new build mastic in Shatterling?
Yes. We work across London and the South East, and Shatterling is part of that. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or email us with a few details of the job.
Is Shatterling within the area you cover?
Yes. Shatterling is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Are you insured?
Yes. Mr Mastic is fully insured, with over 20 years’ experience in sealant work.
Can you do plot mastic on a new development?
Yes. Plot mastic and second-fix sealing for developers is part of our work. Send the schedule and any specification and we will give you a quote.
How long does new build mastic take?
As a guide, most jobs take 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 you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes. Just list everything you need.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes. There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. ARBOMaster is the approved applicator scheme for Arbo sealants, and we’re part of it.
When it isn’t the sealant
Sealant isn’t the answer to every problem, and we’ll tell you before we start. Sealant won’t put right:
- Leaks from pipes, valves or wastes, which need a plumber
- Broken tiles or a split tray
- Settlement cracks that need a surveyor
Not sure which it is? You can call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Windows & doors
- Show homes
- Skirting & floors
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Plot handovers
Joints and finishes in Shatterling homes
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.
For new homes near Adisham station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh. In and around Shatterling, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Shatterling is about 6 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Every kind of property in Shatterling is covered for new build mastic. The work is guaranteed for a year. Shatterling is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. We also work in Chelmsford, about 45 miles from Shatterling.
Every address in CT3 is within our area for new build mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we work in Broomhill (1 mile west), Perry (1 mile north), Nash (1 mile north-east), Wingham (1 mile south-west) and Twitham (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (6 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Around Shatterling
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Red Lion pub. The nearest railway station is Adisham station, about 3 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are St Martins Hospital (5.4 miles west). Open spaces near Shatterling include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
How to look after the new joints
Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. We recommend:
- Report sealant problems to your builder during the snagging period
- Open a window or run the fan after bathing
- Wait for the cure time before using a resealed shower
- Get a leaking seal dealt with right away
Ventilation matters in a new home, which is still drying out. Run the fan or open a window after bathing so moisture does not sit on the sealant.
Mould takes hold quickly in sealant that has gaps or lifted edges. Dealing with it before it goes black keeps the job straightforward.
Why deal with it now?
Resealing everything on a snagging list in one visit is usually simpler than chasing joints one at a time. It’s one visit, one quote and one set of cure times. In a small place like Shatterling, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting, as water and mould keep getting in. If you’re unsure, ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email for an honest opinion and a quote.
What you get with us
- Full insurance on every job
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- You choose the colour before work begins
- 20+ years of sealant experience
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