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New-build mastic & snagging in Upper Hardres, Kent
Our applicators work in Upper Hardres on plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes. Old material cut out, joints cleaned and sealed neatly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
- Gaps behind new kitchen upstands
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
New build mastic in Upper Hardres
We never seal over a failed new-build bead. Fresh silicone cannot bond to the old layer, so the joint is cut out, cleaned, dried and resealed. Common call-outs are for internal frame sealant that has split and cracks appearing as a new home settles, on skirting & floors, bathrooms & en suites and plot handovers.
In a village or hamlet like Upper Hardres, new homes are more likely to be a barn conversion or a handful of houses than a big estate. Each still needs its sealant and floor joints finished properly.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Kent.
- Place
- Upper Hardres (CT4)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Price
- A clear price before we start
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Honest limits
A few problems are outside what sealant work can do:
- Leaking fittings rather than failed sealant
- Disputes or warranty claims with your builder
- A tray or bath that is not properly supported, until it’s fixed
If in doubt, call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Skirting & floors
- Show homes
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Windows & doors
- Plot handovers
- Kitchens
Common questions in Upper Hardres
Do you work for landlords with property near Bekesbourne station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. You can phone 0345 464 0079 or email us with the address and a few details, and we’ll give you a fixed price before we start.
Can you do new build mastic in Upper Hardres?
Yes, Upper Hardres is within the area we cover. We work across London and the South East. Just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a few details of the job, and we will give you a clear quote.
What should I tell you?
The location, the problem and the rough size of the job. Photos by email help too.
Do you take on second-fix sealing for builders?
Yes. We seal plots to the developer’s programme, room by room. Get in touch with the number of plots and the scope and we’ll quote.
Is there any odour?
Possibly a little. It fades as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes. Every job comes with a 12-month guarantee.
Do you do commercial work?
Yes. We have worked for hotels, offices and other businesses and we are fully insured.
How long does new build mastic take?
A typical job takes a few hours in a single home, including the preparation. Your quote will say how long we expect yours to take.
Do you need new build mastic in Upper Hardres?
Once people move in, baths and trays take weight and bed down. A bath sealed empty drops slightly when filled, straining the joint and can tear.
The problems people normally mention when they call are:
- New-build shower sealant that has already split
- Cracks appearing as a new home settles
- Beads laid onto grit and dust from the build
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
In and around Upper Hardres, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What to look for in a quote
- Are they insured?
- What preparation is included
- Whether you can choose the colour
- How hidden problems are handled
Towns and villages near Upper Hardres
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Keeping the joints in good condition
To keep the joints looking good and working properly:
- Report sealant problems to your builder during the snagging period
- Act quickly if a seal starts to leak
- Check bath and shower seals every few months as the house settles
- Follow the cure time we give you
Watch the joints as the house settles. Small gaps can appear as the house dries and can be resealed later.
Lifting sealant traps moisture and mould behind it. Resealing before mould gets in saves a harder job later.
What happens on the day
We bring everything the job needs with us, so you don’t need to buy or prepare anything. After a quick look at the joints together, we protect the area and start. Most jobs take a few hours in a single home. Somewhere like Upper Hardres needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. 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.
- The failed sealant is removed completely down to clean surfaces.
- 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
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
Getting a quote
Every job is quoted individually, so the first step is telling us about yours. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the details.
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New build mastic around Upper Hardres
The South East is one of the drier parts of the UK, though outdoor sealant still has to go onto a dry joint, so the forecast decides the day.
If you’ve bought a new home near Bekesbourne station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two.
Upper Hardres is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. Anywhere in CT4, we cover new build mastic for homes and businesses. Upper Hardres is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. We also work in Chelmsford, about 44 miles from Upper Hardres.
We cover every part of the CT4 postcode area for new build mastic and the streets around it. If you need new build mastic at a property on Broxhall Road and Hardres Court Road or anywhere close by, our applicators can take on the job. If you are just outside Upper Hardres, we cover Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south-east), Pett Bottom (1 mile north-east), Lower Hardres (1 mile north), Petham (2 miles west) and Street End (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (10 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Upper Hardres
In Upper Hardres, that means homes and buildings near The Duck pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bekesbourne station, roughly 3.9 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Canterbury Castle (4.1 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.5 miles north).
Quotes for new build mastic in Upper Hardres
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- Any mould that needs treating
- Any working-time requirements on site
- Which sealant suits the joint
Rather than a set price list, we look at what your job involves: the amount of work, the old material and the access. The price is agreed before we begin.
What we need to know
To help us quote quickly, let us know:
- Whether it has been sealed before
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
If you’re in Upper Hardres and need new build mastic, call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and you’ll get a clear quote before we start.
Why deal with it now?
Water getting past a failed seal in a new build reaches walls and floors that are still settling. Dealing with it early keeps the damage away from ceilings, floors and finishes. In a small place like Upper Hardres, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
What you pay reflects the work, not a rough estimate. That’s why we ask about the job first.
What you get with us
- A sealant colour to suit the surroundings
- More than 20 years in sealant work
- White, clear, grey or another colour, product permitting
- Colour agreed with you before any work starts
Read what affects the cost or our reviews.
Landlord and commercial work in Upper Hardres
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy, and it’s quick to put right between tenancies. We can quote for more than one property at once.
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.