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Mastic man in BN6
Mastic and sealant work for homes and businesses across BN6, covering Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks and Keymer. Clear quotes before we start and a one-year guarantee.
Areas within BN6
- Hurstpierpoint
- Hassocks
- Keymer
- Ditchling
- Sayers Common
- Clayton
- Hurst Wickham
- Albourne Street
- Albourne Green
- High Cross
- Goddards Green
- Albourne
- Ditchling Common
- Newtimber
- Westmeston
- Streat
- Lewes
- Hickstead
Sealant work we offer in BN6
- Remedial sealant & repairs
- Gutter, fascia & soffit sealing
- Bathroom & kitchen resealing
- Regrouting
- New-build mastic & snagging
- Sand mastic for sash & case windows
- External & façade joints
- Commercial & hotel sealant
- Window & door mastic
- Fire-rated sealant
- Glazing & conservatory sealant
- Floor & skirting joints
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Let us know the job and your postcode for a quick quote: call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
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Bathroom resealing in BN6: how it works
A reseal only lasts if the joint is properly prepared. Every bit of old silicone comes out, down to the thin film left on the tiles, after which the joint is degreased and any mould treated. New silicone goes on only when the joint is fully dry. We are often asked to deal with leaking joints on a shower screen and water getting behind the bath panel, on baths, wet rooms and basins & vanity units.
At the end, we look at the finished work together and explain the cure time. The work normally takes around two hours for one bath or shower, longer for a whole bathroom, depending on how much there is to do.
- We look at every joint first and check for movement or leaks.
- The old silicone is cut out completely, along with the film it leaves on the tiles.
- Joints are degreased and any mould is treated.
- With the joint dry, and any bath loaded with water, a single bead of anti-fungal silicone is applied.
- The bead is tooled smooth and you are told the cure time, normally around 24 hours.
How we quote
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. Size, access and the product the joint needs all make a difference.
What you get with us
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
- An ARBOMaster approved applicator
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
- 20+ years of sealant experience
Get a quote
Need a quote? Please call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and tell us about the job. You’ll know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.
What’s near Hurstpierpoint
Typical jobs here are in homes near Downlands Community School, Hurstpierpoint Baptist Church and St Lawrence CofE Primary School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Hassocks station, roughly 1.5 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find The Dene Hospital (2.1 miles north) and Clayton Castle (2.3 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve and Wolstonbury Hill.
Bathroom resealing across BN6: local notes
In BN6, bathroom resealing takes in flats, houses, rentals and businesses, in Lewes, Hurstpierpoint and Hassocks and well beyond. The method is the same everywhere: old material cut out, joints cleaned and dried, and a fresh finish laid.
Hard water across most of the South East leaves limescale on sealant, grout and fittings. For any job in BN6, joints are cleaned back properly before anything new goes in.
Hurstpierpoint: If you look after a building such as St Lawrence CofE Primary School, washroom and kitchen sealant there needs the same care as at home, and schools and businesses are part of our work as well as homes. In the older streets around Hurstpierpoint Baptist Church, bathrooms in older houses have often been refitted more than once, with sealant laid over sealant.
Keeping the joints in good condition
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. Our tips:
- Do not leave water standing on kitchen joints
- Run the extractor fan during and after every shower
- Look for lifting corners and small gaps now and then
- Stick to a soft cloth and a mild cleaner
Keep bottles and razors off the sealant line, as they hold water against it. Squeegeeing the walls and tray after use helps the joint dry.
Don’t wait for a refit to deal with failed sealant. Like paintwork, sealant needs renewing from time to time, and replacing it when it fails protects the rest of the room.
What affects the cost of bathroom resealing
You will get a clear quote before any work starts. It’s based on:
- The product the joint needs
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Working hours on commercial sites
- Any mould that needs treating
What you pay reflects the work, not guesswork. That is why we ask a few questions first and give you a clear quote before any work starts.
Asking for a quote
What to tell us when you ask for a quote:
- Roughly how big the job is
- A few photos by email, if you can
- Where the property is
- If someone has resealed it before
To get a quote, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the location and a short description of the problem. You will have a clear quote before work begins.
What sealant work can’t fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- A bath or tray that moves because it isn’t properly supported
- A leaking waste, trap or valve
- A cracked shower tray or bath (that needs repair or replacement)
How the job changes by surface
Baths
Baths move more than any other fitting, so it’s filled with water before the bead goes on. The joint is then laid with the bath at its lowest point and is not stretched when it’s used.
Sinks & splashbacks
Next to the sink, the sealant has to cope with constant water, and a food-safe product where it’s needed. The joint is laid neatly so it’s easy to wipe.
What we are called out for in BN6
Silicone needs a clean, dry surface without any grease to stick to. Soap residue, oils and leftover silicone film all get in the way, so a rushed job can start to lift early.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Two layers of silicone, both failing
- Black mould in the silicone that won’t clean off
- Leaking joints on a shower screen
- Cracked, shrunken or lifting silicone
BN6: your questions answered
Will it make a mess?
No. We protect the surfaces around the joints, and we tidy up before we go.
Can tenants book the work?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Do the sealants smell?
There can be a smell while the sealant cures, but it fades. Ventilation helps.
Are you fully insured?
Yes, we’re fully insured for domestic and commercial work.
Can new silicone go straight over the old?
No, and it’s one of the main reasons reseals fail. We cut out all of the old sealant, clean the joint and start again.
My sealant has gone black. Can you sort it?
Yes. Once mould has grown into the silicone, it normally can’t be cleaned out for good, so we cut it out, treat the joint and reseal with anti-fungal silicone.
How long before the new sealant can get wet?
Usually after around 24 hours. You’ll get the exact cure time before we leave.