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Remedial sealant & repairs in Strettington, West Sussex
Problem with your failed sealant joints in Strettington? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly.
- Black mould underneath the bead
- Sealant peeling off a dusty or damp surface
- Decorators’ caulk around a bath or shower
Remedial sealant in Strettington
Two decades of sealant work means we recognise most failures quickly. We’re fully insured ARBOMaster approved applicators, and every remedial job comes with a 12-month guarantee. We work on leaking tray & enclosure joints, botched or over-sealed joints and mouldy bath & shower sealant, and people most often call us about sealant applied over old sealant that has lifted and wide, uneven beads that look worse than the old ones.
Somewhere as small as Strettington, homes tend to be cottages, farmhouses or converted buildings, with some newer houses too. Older walls and timber floors can move a little, and cracked grout and split sealant are often the first signs.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Strettington (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- A clear price before we start
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What remedial sealant looks like in Strettington
Hard water is the norm across most of the South East, which leaves limescale on sealant, grout and fittings. There are hotels and other places to stay in and around Strettington. Hotel bathrooms are part of our work as well as homes, and can be done room by room.
For landlords with property near Chichester station, botched sealant from a previous quick fix is easier to strip out between tenants. Schools such as Boxgrove CofE Primary School are buildings too, and its toilets, changing areas and kitchens need their sealant renewed like any other building’s.
Strettington is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. From the centre of Strettington to the outskirts, we cover remedial sealant for every kind of property. Strettington is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. We also work in Portsmouth, about 15 miles from Strettington.
Work in PO18 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. Nearby, we also carry out remedial sealant in Westerton (1 mile west), Waterbeach (1 mile north), Maudlin (1 mile south-west), Boxgrove (1 mile east) and Tangmere (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Near you in Strettington
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Coach And Horses Public House and Westbourne House School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Chichester station, about 2.8 miles south-west. A little further out are The Chichester City Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Chichester Centre (1.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Strettington includes Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
Keeping the joints in good condition
Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. Here’s what we suggest:
- Get the cause of a repeat leak found before resealing
- Air the bathroom so the sealant can dry
- Keep movement joints clear of mortar and paint
- Do not wait for a small gap to become a leak
Go easy on the new sealant: a mild cleaner and a soft cloth, with no blades or scourers.
Leaks through failed sealant grow over time. Each use pushes more water behind the bead, into floors, walls or ceilings. Sorting it early limits the damage.
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How it works
We bring everything the job needs with us, so there’s nothing for you to buy. After a quick look at the joints together, we protect the area and start. Most jobs take a few hours for most joints, depending on how much old sealant has to come out. In a small place like Strettington, access is normally the main thing to plan. For outside work, also let us know about exposed walls and any outbuildings involved.
- We protect the surfaces around the joint.
- The botched or failed sealant is cut away completely.
- The joint is degreased and checked for movement and leaks.
- Once dry, a suitable sealant is applied and tooled.
- You get the cure time and our view on why the joint failed.
How to prepare
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Keep pets and children clear of the area while we work
How to get a quote
A good description makes for an accurate quote. Let us know the location, the problem and roughly how many joints.
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Strettington: your questions answered
Do you work for landlords with property near Chichester station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or email us and tell us about the property, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Do you work in hotels near Strettington?
Yes. Hotel and guest-house work is part of what we do. Work can be planned room by room, and out-of-hours working can be arranged.
Should I try DIY first?
That depends on the joint. Work at height, movement joints, fire-rated gaps and large areas are best left to a professional.
Will it make a mess?
Not at all. The area is protected while we work and cleaned up afterwards.
What if resealing will not fix my leak?
In that case, we tell you what we have found. You may need a plumber or bathroom fitter.
Can failed expansion joints be resealed?
Yes. Failed movement joints are cut out and resealed with backing and a flexible sealant suited to the movement.
What do you put in the joint?
Each joint gets the product that suits it. Where it moves, gets wet or faces the weather makes a difference, and we’ll tell you what we’re using.
Can you strip sealant from an acrylic tray safely?
Yes. We take our time over removal, particularly on softer surfaces like acrylic.
Quotes for remedial sealant in Strettington
The quote reflects the job in front of us. We look at:
- Working hours on commercial sites
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- The type of sealant required
- The number of rooms or windows
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, the access and the products needed. Ask us for a quote and we will go through it with you.
Asking for a quote
When you contact us, it’s useful to know:
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- Where the job is, and your postcode
It all starts with a short chat. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job, and we’ll talk you through what we’d do. Whenever you’re ready, call 0345 464 0079 or email us.
When to call us in Strettington
A lot of failed joints have been sealed over rather than replaced. New silicone cannot stick to the old bead, so the top layer lifts and water and mould collect between the two.
It’s worth asking for a quote if you see:
- Movement joints that have split or pulled away
- Sealant peeling off a dusty or damp surface
- A second bead peeling off the first
- Caulk or the wrong sealant used in a wet area
If you live in an older home near St Andrew's Church, older homes can move a little, which is hard on rigid grout and tired sealant.
What to look for in a quote
- What insurance they hold
- The length of the guarantee
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- When the joint can take water or movement
Different surfaces, different methods
Windows & doors
A frame that keeps leaking may not be the mastic. If the frame joint is not the cause, we will say so.
Worktops & kitchens
Kitchen joints often have grease and cleaning residue deep in them, so we spend extra time cleaning before resealing.
Should I try it myself first?
Some jobs are best left to a professional: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas call for the right materials, safe access and experience.
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that’s fine. We cut it out and start again.
What happens if it’s left?
DIY removal often leaves scratches and a film of residue, and any film left behind stops new sealant sticking. Careful stripping is where most of our time goes. Where a wall is exposed, as many are in small places like Strettington, wind-driven rain gets into any failed joint, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Rather than a set price list, we price the job in front of us: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. The price is agreed before we begin.
Why book with us
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
- 20+ years of sealant experience
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
- We leave the area clean and tidy
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