Kent · England
West Hougham Regrouting
We cover West Hougham for raking out old, cracked or stained grout and regrouting tiled walls and floors. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Floor grout that has worn and darkened
- Grout in a colour the owner wants to change
- Grout that’s cracking and breaking up
Signs you need regrouting in West Hougham
Poor ventilation keeps grout damp, and damp grout is where mould grows. When black spots keep returning, the mould has generally got into the grout.
Common reasons people contact us include:
- Discoloured grout on otherwise sound tiles
- Floor grout that has worn and darkened
- Stained grout that cleaning won’t shift
- Corners filled with grout instead of silicone
In the older streets around St Mary's Church, older homes can move a little, which is hard on rigid grout and tired sealant.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- What guarantee comes with the work
- What preparation is included
- Is VAT in the price?
Regrouting in West Hougham, done properly
We check the tiles before any grout comes out. Loose or hollow tiles are pointed out first, since new grout can’t fix a problem underneath. Where the tiles are sound, regrouting gives the area a new lease of life. We work on bathroom wall tiles, bathroom floors and kitchen splashbacks, and people most often call us about grout washed out of a shower and grout in corners that has cracked.
Homes around West Hougham are mostly houses and cottages rather than flats, some with bathrooms tucked into older rooms or extensions. The work is the same as anywhere: everything old comes out before the new sealant or grout goes in.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by our 12-month guarantee in West Hougham and across Kent.
- Place
- West Hougham (CT15)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear price before any work starts
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Your questions about regrouting in West Hougham
Will you come out to West Hougham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you cover West Hougham for regrouting?
Yes. We work across London and the South East, and West Hougham is part of that. Just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a few details of the job, and we will give you a clear price.
Where is Mr Mastic based?
Our base is Crawley, with over 20 years’ experience. We work across South East England, London and Scotland.
Are you insured?
Yes. Full insurance covers our work.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We’re ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Is it messy?
No. We protect the surfaces around the joints, and we clear up the old sealant and our materials before we leave.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes. We cut out all the old sealant and clean the joint before resealing.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Of course. Doing several areas at once is usually more efficient, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
What regrouting looks like in West Hougham
West Hougham is close to the coast. Coastal homes, holiday lets and guest houses can see heavy bathroom use in busy months, and sealant and grout that work that hard wear out sooner. Hard water is the norm across most of the South East, which leaves limescale on sealant, grout and fittings, and it has to be cleaned off before new sealant goes in.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Capel-le-Ferne Primary School, we reseal washrooms and kitchens in schools and businesses as well as homes. For landlords with property near Kearsney station, stained grout drags a rental down, and regrouting between lets puts that right.
West Hougham is about 3 miles south-west of Dover, in Kent. Whether you are in the middle of West Hougham or further out, regrouting is available for homes and businesses alike, from flats and houses to offices and hotels. West Hougham is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work for regrouting. For nearby work, see our Chelmsford page, about 54 miles away.
We work across the CT15 postcode area for regrouting. Regrouting is available to properties on The Street, Lady Garne Road and Mill Lane. If you’re just outside West Hougham, we cover Satmar (1 mile south-west), Church Hougham (1 mile east), South Alkham (1 mile north-west), Capel-le-Ferne (1 mile south-west) and Alkham (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (13 miles north-west), Dover (3 miles north-east), Folkestone (4 miles south-west), Deal (10 miles north-east), Hythe (7 miles south-west) and Tower Hamlets (3 miles east).
Local landmarks in West Hougham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to East Cliff and Warren Country Park and Astor College for the Arts. For rail, the closest station is Kearsney station, about 2.7 miles north-east. A little further out are Crabble Corn Mill (2.7 miles north-east) and Buckland Hospital (2.7 miles north-east). The countryside around West Hougham includes Dover Western Heights and Sugar Loaf Hill.
When it isn’t the sealant
In fairness, there are a few things sealant will not fix:
- Damaged tiles that need replacing
- Tiles that have come away from the wall
- A leaking wet room membrane
If you’re not sure, just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Shower walls
- Bathroom wall tiles
- Bathroom floors
- Kitchen splashbacks
- Tiled floors
- Wet rooms
Landlord and commercial work in West Hougham
Housing providers, facilities teams and property managers book us too. We can quote a run of properties together, and we’re fully insured.
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy. We can quote for more than one property at once.
What happens on the day
All our tools and materials come with us in the van. After a quick look at the joints together, we protect the area and start. It normally takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on the area. Somewhere as small as West Hougham, access is often the only tricky part. If the job is outside, mention outbuildings, exposed walls and how to reach them.
- We agree the area to be regrouted and point out any loose tiles.
- We remove the old grout carefully.
- Dust is cleared from every joint.
- We grout the joints and wipe the tiles clean.
- Internal corners and edges are resealed.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Move anything stored near the joints
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
Getting a quote
Getting a quote is simple: let us know what needs doing and where and its rough size. A few pictures by email make the job easier to understand.
Advice
Surface by surface
Bathroom floors
Regrouting a floor brightens the whole room. Floor-to-wall and bath joints are sealed, not grouted.
Wet rooms
Regrouting a wet room helps keep water on the surface of the tiles. It cannot fix waterproofing below the tiles.
What affects the cost of regrouting
Your quote is based on your job. We take into account:
- Access and height
- The number of rooms or windows
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- How much there is to do
Commercial jobs are quoted on the same basis as homes: the amount of work, the access and the products needed. Ask us for a quote and we will explain what it covers.
What we need to know
Photos by email are helpful but not essential. Please mention:
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- If someone has resealed it before
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- Where the job is, and your postcode
Call for a quick quote, or email us if that is easier. Describe what needs sealing and we will talk you through the work before giving you a price.
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after new joints is easy:
- Run the extractor fan during and after a shower
- Keep harsh bleach and acid cleaners off the grout
- Use a soft brush rather than a wire one
- Clean grout with a mild bathroom cleaner
Keep an eye on the silicone in the corners. It’s the part that moves, so it’s generally the first thing to need attention, long before the grout does.
Once grout cracks, it tends to get worse. Water gets in behind and the tiles can start to loosen, so regrouting early can save a retile.