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New-build mastic & snagging in West Chiltington Common, West Sussex
Specialist new build mastic for West Chiltington Common: careful preparation, the right product and tidy work. Ask us for a quick quote.
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
- Cracks appearing as a new home settles
New build mastic for West Chiltington Common homes and businesses
Surface by surface
Kitchens
Worktops in new homes can move slightly as the house dries, which opens gaps along the back. A fresh flexible bead closes them.
Windows and doors
Internal joints between frames and plaster often crack as a new house dries. We remove cracked sealant and apply a flexible one.
New build mastic in West Chiltington Common, done properly
Snagging sealant properly means taking the failed bead out completely. New silicone won’t bond to old silicone, so it all comes out before we clean, dry and reseal. We are often asked to deal with skirting joints opening in the first winter and second-fix sealing on new plots, on bathrooms & en suites, skirting & floors and show homes.
In smaller places like West Chiltington Common, new homes tend to come as small developments or single plots. The sealant around baths, showers, frames and skirtings needs to be right from the start.
All our work comes with our 12-month guarantee.
- Place
- West Chiltington Common (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear price before work begins
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
When it isn’t the sealant
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Disputes or warranty claims with your builder
- Leaking fittings rather than failed sealant
- Cracked trays, tiles or worktops
If in doubt, phone 0345 464 0079 or email us and we will say what we think before booking.
What we seal
- Kitchens
- Plot handovers
- Show homes
- Windows & doors
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Skirting & floors
Quotes for new build mastic in West Chiltington Common
The quote reflects the job in front of us. We look at:
- How many areas need sealing
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- Working hours on commercial sites
- The old material and how stubborn it is
What it costs depends on the size of the job, how hard the old material is to remove and how easy the joints are to reach. You will have a clear quote before any work starts.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote. When you ask for a quote, tell us:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- Whether it has been sealed before
- The problem you’ve noticed
To get a quote, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the location and a short description of the problem. We’ll send you a clear quote before any work starts.
Looking after it afterwards
How long the joints last depends on use and care. We suggest:
- Use the extractor fan every time you shower
- Do not seal over failed sealant yourself
- Wait for the cure time before using a resealed shower
- Act quickly if a seal starts to leak
Wipe the sealant with warm soapy water. Keep scourers and harsh chemicals off it.
Report failed sealant to the builder while you’re in the snagging period. Once it ends, the repair may be down to you so report it promptly.
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Can I do it myself?
If you’re set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: take out all the old sealant, make sure the joint is clean and dry, and give it the full cure time. If it does not work out, we can still put it right.
Some sealant jobs are within reach of a careful DIYer, such as a straightforward joint indoors. Where it goes wrong is sealing over the old bead, working on a wet joint or overloading the gap.
How it works
A visit follows a simple pattern: we look at the joints together, mask and protect the surrounding surfaces, do the work and clear up. It usually takes a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots. A visit to West Chiltington Common is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Outdoor jobs depend on a dry day, since sealant needs a dry surface.
- We look at why each joint failed, including any movement.
- Old sealant is cut out and the joints cleaned.
- Joints are dried and primed where the product calls for it.
- Baths are filled with water, then the new sealant is applied.
- We check every joint and leave you with the cure times.
How to prepare
- Keep pets and children clear of the area while we work
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
- Mention if the joints have been sealed before
Ask for a quote
We quote each job on its own, so start by telling us what you need. Simply call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and describe the job.
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West Chiltington Common: your questions answered
Will you come out to West Chiltington Common?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our work covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Pulborough station?
Yes, we work for landlords and agents. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and tell us about the property, and we’ll give you a clear quote.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes. All of the old material is cut out and the joint cleaned.
Will you just run a new bead over the existing one?
No. New silicone will not bond to old silicone, so it soon lifts and traps water. We cut the old bead out completely.
Are you insured?
Yes. Mr Mastic is fully insured, with over 20 years’ experience in sealant work.
What colour sealant will you use?
That depends on what the joint meets: white or clear for most sanitary joints, colours for worktops, floors and frames. We’ll agree it with you first.
Is there any odour?
That depends on the sealant. Some products have a noticeable smell, others very little, and any smell fades as they cure.
Do you work for developers?
Yes. We carry out plot mastic and second-fix sealing for builders and developers. Send the schedule and any specification and we’ll give you a quote.
Common problems we fix in West Chiltington Common
A new house holds a lot of water from the build, which takes a year or two to dry out. As it does, timber shrinks and joints open and the sealant has to cope with the movement.
People generally contact us after spotting something like this:
- Beads laid onto grit and dust from the build
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
Around West Chiltington Common, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
What your quote should include
- The length of the guarantee
- What the cure time is
- Whether you can choose the colour
- How hidden problems are handled
New build mastic around West Chiltington Common
Compared with the north and west, the South East gets less rain, 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 Pulborough station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two.
West Chiltington Common is about 9 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We carry out new build mastic for homeowners, landlords and businesses in West Chiltington Common and the surrounding area, as part of our work across West Sussex. West Chiltington Common is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. We also work in Crawley, about 16 miles from West Chiltington Common.
Our applicators cover all of the RH20 postcode area for new build mastic. New build mastic is available to properties on Morris Way, Nightingales and Wells Place. If you’re just outside West Chiltington Common, we cover West Chiltington (1 mile north-east), Nutbourne (1 mile north-west), Marehill (1 mile north-west), Abingworth (1 mile east) and Wiggonholt (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (9 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (14 miles east), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles south-east).
Around West Chiltington Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near Rydon Community College and the streets around them. West Chiltington Common’s nearest station is Pulborough station, roughly 2.7 miles west. A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (1.9 miles south) and Amberley Castle (4.3 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.