Kent · England
Remedial sealant & repairs in Hunters Forstal, Kent
We cover Hunters Forstal for removing failed, mouldy or leaking sealant and putting it right. Old material cut out, joints cleaned and sealed neatly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Sealant applied over old sealant that has lifted
- Gaps opening along the back of the worktop
- Black mould underneath the bead
Aftercare tips
Once the sealant has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Check trays and worktops don’t move
- Ask why a joint failed before redoing it
- Always have old sealant cut out, not covered
- Deal with small splits early
Leave the new joint to cure fully before it gets wet or moves: usually around 24 hours, or as long as we advise.
A split movement joint lets rain into walls and floors, and left long enough, the edges of the joint can crumble. Resealing while the edges are sound is simpler.
Remedial sealant in Hunters Forstal, done properly
Some sealant jobs are not a simple reseal, because someone has already had a go. Silicone laid over silicone, smears across tiles, the wrong product in a moving joint or mould trapped underneath all have to come out before the joint can be done properly. If you have leaks that keep coming back after resealing and over-sealed joints coming away, we can put it right.
Around Hunters Forstal, it’s houses and cottages rather than flats, some with bathrooms tucked into older rooms or extensions. The work is the same as anywhere: old material cut out, joints cleaned and a fresh finish laid.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right with it in that time, tell us and we will put it right.
- Where
- Hunters Forstal (CT6)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear price before we start
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
For anyone letting property in or around Hunters Forstal, jobs at different addresses can go on one quote. Just tell us the addresses and what each one needs, and photos by email help.
We also work for property managers and facilities teams. Several sites can be quoted together, and we are fully insured for the work.
Common questions in Hunters Forstal
Is Hunters Forstal within the area you cover?
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.
I let a flat near Herne Bay station. Can you help?
Yes. We work for letting agents and landlords as well as householders, and several properties can go on one quote. You can call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the details for a clear quote.
My shower still leaks after a reseal. Can you sort it?
Yes, generally. First we check whether the leak is the sealant at all, then strip and reseal the joints.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Yes. All of the old material is cut out and the joint cleaned.
Can you remove sealant that is been put over old sealant?
Yes. It’s slower than a standard reseal, because every layer has to come out cleanly, but it’s the only way the new joint will last.
What happens if the problem is the tray or the plumbing?
You will hear it from us. If it’s a cracked tray, a failed valve or a leaking waste, resealing won’t fix it, so we won’t pretend it will.
Do the sealants smell?
Some sealants have a smell while they cure, which fades as it sets. Ventilation helps.
How long does the work take?
Longer than a simple reseal, because every layer has to come out. For most joints, it’s a few hours.
What affects the cost of remedial sealant
The price is agreed before any work begins. It’s based on:
- How easy the joints are to reach
- Any mould that needs treating
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- Working hours on commercial sites
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. Size, access and the product the joint needs all play a part, and we will explain the quote if you ask.
Asking for a quote
You don’t need to know the technical terms. Just tell us:
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- A few pictures by email, if you can
- The type of property
We quote each job on its own, so the first step is telling us about yours. Simply call 0345 464 0079 or email us and describe the job and send pictures if you have them.
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. The job generally takes a few hours for most joints, depending on how much old sealant has to come out, and we explain the cure time before we leave. For a village or hamlet like Hunters Forstal, the journey is planned in advance: 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.
- First we find out how and where the joint has failed.
- We strip the joint completely, removing any layers below.
- We clean the joint, treat any mould and let it dry.
- Where the joint moves, backing and a flexible sealant suited to the movement go in.
- Finally we finish the joint and talk you through what we found.
How to prepare
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
Getting a quote
For remedial sealant in Hunters Forstal, call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email. Tell us what the problem is and where, and we’ll agree the price before any work begins.
Related advice
What remedial sealant looks like in Hunters Forstal
Hunters Forstal is within about 2 miles of the coast. Near the coast, holiday lets and guest houses can see bathrooms used by one guest after another, which wears sealant and grout out faster than in a quiet home. Most of the South East has hard water, which leaves limescale on sealant, grout and fittings, and it has to be cleaned off before new sealant goes in.
For landlords with property near Herne Bay station, botched sealant from a previous quick fix is easier to strip out between tenants. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Bartholomew, older homes can move a little, which is hard on rigid grout and tired sealant.
Hunters Forstal is about 1 mile south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. If you need remedial sealant in Hunters Forstal, it’s easy to get a quote: please phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email. We cover Kent from our Crawley base. Our Kent coverage runs to 922 places, and Hunters Forstal is one of them. For nearby work, see our Chelmsford page, about 38 miles away.
Work in CT6 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need remedial sealant at a property on Mill Lane, Kingsfield Road and Hunters Forstal Road or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for remedial sealant include Broomfield (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile south-west), Herne Bay (1 mile north-west), Eddington (1 mile west) and Bullockstone (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (6 miles south-west), Margate (11 miles east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east), Whitstable (5 miles west) and Deal (15 miles south-east).
Around Hunters Forstal
Around Hunters Forstal, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Herne Bay High School, The Huntsman And Horn Public House and Curtis Wood and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Herne Bay station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (4 miles west) and Tankerton Castle (4.6 miles west). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Honest limits
We’d rather tell you now than do work that will not last, so here’s what sealant cannot put right:
- A cracked shower tray or bath (that needs repair or replacing)
- Older mastics that may need an asbestos check before removal
- Tiles that have come away from the wall
Not sure which it is? You can phone 0345 464 0079 or email us and we’ll tell you honestly.
Where we work in Hunters Forstal
- Shrunken worktop sealant
- Expansion joints
- Failed movement joints
- Botched or over-sealed joints
- Leaking tray & enclosure joints
- Mouldy bath & shower sealant
What happens if it’s left?
It’s easy to scratch acrylic, enamel or an uPVC frame cutting out old sealant, and any film left behind stops new sealant sticking. Careful removal is most of a remedial job. Older cottages and farmhouses around Hunters Forstal can have timber floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
Doing several joints on one visit usually makes better use of the time than several visits, so it’s worth mentioning everything you’d like done. We will give you a clear price for the lot.
Why book with us
- Colour picked to suit the job
- You choose the colour before work begins
- We leave the area clean and tidy
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced or customer reviews.
Also near Hunters Forstal
What else we do in Hunters Forstal
Do you need remedial sealant in Hunters Forstal?
Silicone only bonds to surfaces that are clean and dry. Residue, moisture or dust left in the joint weaken the bond, so it starts lifting sooner than it should.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- Beads that never stuck properly
- Decorators’ caulk around a bath or shower
- Wide, uneven beads that look worse than the old ones
- Mould trapped under a layer of silicone
Managing a site like Herne Church of England Infant School? Then 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.
What your quote should include
- Whether they seal over old material or remove it
- Who turns up on the day
- What happens if the job turns out different
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing