West Sussex · England
New-build mastic & snagging in Shipton Green, West Sussex
Plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes for Shipton Green, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Ask us for a quote.
- Gaps behind new kitchen upstands
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
How we handle new build mastic in Shipton Green
Failed shower seals, gaps along the skirting and messy beads are common items on a new-home snagging list. While the builder’s snagging or warranty period runs, report it to them first. We work on kitchens, show homes and plot handovers, and people most often call us about shower seals failing in the first year or two and cracked caulk along new skirting.
Older homes in small places like Shipton Green often have timber floors that move with the seasons, which is why skirting and threshold joints need a flexible sealant, not filler.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months.
- Place
- Shipton Green (PO20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quote
- A clear price before any work starts
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What happens on the day
The work is kept neat and contained to the area we’re working on, so you can get on with your day. Expect the work to take a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots. Somewhere like Shipton Green 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.
- Each joint is checked for movement before we start.
- We remove the failed sealant and clean the joints.
- We make sure the joints are dry and prime them if needed.
- Baths are filled with water, then the new sealant is applied.
- The finished joints are checked and the cure times given.
How to prepare
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Tell us about any water getting in
Getting a quote
The more we know about the job, the more useful the quote. Let us know the location, the problem and roughly how many joints, and email pictures if that is easy.
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How the job changes by surface
Kitchens
Worktops in new homes can move slightly as the house dries, opening gaps behind the upstand. We reseal them with a flexible sealant.
Show homes
We seal show-home bathrooms, kitchens and frames. We will plan around viewing times.
Joints and finishes in Shipton Green homes
Shipton Green is within about 1 mile of the coast. New homes near the sea put their outside mastic to work from day one, so it’s worth checking at snagging. Rainfall in the South East is lower than in much of the UK, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
Around Shipton Green, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Shipton Green is about 5 miles south-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. Jobs in Shipton Green get the same care as everywhere else we work: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. Shipton Green is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. For nearby work, see our Portsmouth page (10 miles or so).
Postcode districts we cover here for new build mastic: PO20. If you need new build mastic at a property on Shipton Green Lane and Itchenor Road or anywhere close by, our applicators can take on the job. Neighbouring places we cover for new build mastic include Somerley (1 mile south-east), Birdham (1 mile east), Almodington (2 miles south-east), Earnley (2 miles south) and East Wittering (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (7 miles east), Chichester (5 miles north-east), Selsey (5 miles south-east), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (5 miles north-west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Around Shipton Green
The closest station to Shipton Green is Bosham station, about 3.6 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Castle (4.9 miles north-east) and St Richard's Hospital (5.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Pilsey Island.
What happens if it’s left?
For developers, getting the sealant right first time saves return visits. Snagging visits for failed sealant cost time on every plot. Around Shipton Green, older homes often have timber in their floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
Every job is a little different, so we quote each one individually. Size, access and the product the joint needs all make a difference.
What you get with us
- We never seal over old sealant
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- Experience in homes, commercial sites and hotels
- We’re fully insured
Take a look at what affects the cost and what customers say.
Landlord and commercial work in Shipton Green
For anyone letting property in or around Shipton Green, jobs at different addresses can go on one quote. Just tell us the addresses and what each one needs.
We also work for property managers and facilities teams. We can quote a run of properties together, and we’re fully insured for the work.
Quotes for new build mastic in Shipton Green
Call for a quick quote. The main things that affect it are:
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- The type of sealant required
The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That is why we ask about the job first and agree the price before starting.
What we need to know
To help us quote quickly, please include:
- How we’d reach the joints
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
There’s no standard price list, because every job is different. Instead, we give you a clear price for your job. To arrange one, phone 0345 464 0079 or email us.
Common problems we fix in Shipton Green
New homes are full of moisture from plaster, screed and concrete, which takes a year or two to dry out. Drying timber shrinks and pulls joints apart, and sealant that cannot keep up splits.
People generally contact us when they notice one of these:
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Sealant that never bonded to the surface
- Second-fix sealing on new plots
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
If you’ve bought a new home near Bosham station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two.
Questions to ask before booking
- What preparation is included
- Are they insured?
- Whether you can choose the colour
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
Shipton Green: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Shipton Green?
Yes, Shipton Green is covered. Our work covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Bosham station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. Just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and tell us about the property, and we will give you a clear quote.
How long before the joint can be used?
Most sealants are touch-dry well before they’re fully cured. We will give you the cure time for the product we used.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Always. Sealing over the old bead is the commonest cause of early failure, so we never do it.
Should I go to my builder first?
Report it to the builder first while you are covered. Once that is done, or if they will not put it right, we can reseal it properly.
Is it worth trying it myself?
Some simple jobs can be done by a careful DIYer. The usual mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using too much.
Why has my new-build shower seal failed already?
Cracking in the first couple of years is common as timber and plaster dry out. Rushed application on dusty surfaces makes it worse.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes. Tell us about everything you’d like done and we’ll quote it together.
Can I do it myself?
Not every job suits DIY: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas call for the right materials, safe access and experience.
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.