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Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Braintree, Essex
Sand mastic across Braintree and nearby, with old sealant always removed completely and a 12-month guarantee.
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
Sand mastic in Braintree
We renew sand mastic around sash windows and doors in stone and brick. The old mastic is raked out, the joint is prepared and new mastic is shaped by hand. We work on period & listed homes, brick reveals and sash and case windows, and people most often call us about gaps between timber frames and stone or brick and old cement repairs round a window that have failed.
In Braintree, windows range from older timber frames to modern uPVC and aluminium, plus conservatories, patio doors and rooflights. The mastic around all of them ages, and it’s generally the first thing to let the weather in.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Braintree and across Essex.
Common questions in Braintree
What guarantee comes with sand mastic in Braintree?
All our work, in Braintree and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We’re fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Do you cover Braintree for sand mastic?
Yes, Braintree is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. Just call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a few details of the job.
Do the sealants smell?
Possibly a little. Any smell clears as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
Can landlords and businesses book you?
Yes, regularly. Several properties can go on one quote.
What do you put in the joint?
Quality sealants from brands including Arbo and Everbuild, chosen to suit the joint. We explain the product when we quote.
What should I tell you?
Only a few details: the address or postcode, what’s wrong and any access issues. Then ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Is it possible to take out silicone and use sand mastic instead?
Often, yes. With the silicone removed and the joint cleaned, sand mastic is applied by hand.
What the job involves on each surface
Sash and case windows
The mastic round a sash window is on show, so a neat, even finish matters.
Period and listed homes
On a listed home or in a conservation area, the right material matters. Sand mastic is often the preferred finish.
Do you need sand mastic in Braintree?
Shallow joints are a common cause. A thin layer does not hold well so we make sure the new mastic is the right thickness.
The most common problems we see are:
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Mastic that needs renewing before redecorating
- Mastic worn away on windows facing the weather
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
For an older house near a landmark such as Congregational Church, frames set in older brick or stone need a sealant that suits the wall as well as the frame.
What to look for in a quote
- The length of the guarantee
- What insurance they hold
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- What product goes in the joint
DIY sealant or a professional job?
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.
Some sealant jobs are within reach of a careful DIYer, like a short, easy-to-reach joint indoors. Where it goes wrong is sealing over the old bead, working on a wet joint or overloading the gap.
When something else is needed
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Crumbling stone or brickwork round the window
- Timber that has rotted
- Cracked or broken glass
Not sure which it is? You can call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will tell you honestly.
Surfaces we seal
- Stone surrounds
- Timber door frames
- Tenement windows
- Sash and case windows
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
Frames and glazing around Braintree
London and the South East are among the drier parts of the UK, though outdoor sealant still has to go onto a dry joint, so the forecast decides the day.
For landlords with property near Braintree station, cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School, the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Braintree is about 39 miles north-east of London, in Essex. Anywhere in CM7, we cover sand mastic for homes and businesses. Braintree is one of 644 places in Essex where we work for sand mastic. There’s also a page for Chelmsford, about 11 miles away.
All of CM7, CO9, CM77 and CO6 is covered for sand mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Market Street, Little Square and Great Square or a nearby road, we can help. Being close to the A12 and A120, Braintree is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Braintree include Bocking (1 mile west), Long Green (2 miles south-east), Great Notley (2 miles south-west), Black Notley (2 miles south) and Row Green (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Colchester (14 miles east), Chelmsford (11 miles south), Maldon (12 miles south-east), Witham (6 miles south-east), Camulodunum (13 miles east) and Halstead (5 miles north-east). Braintree is one of the larger places we cover in Essex.
Near you in Braintree
Typical jobs here are in homes near Edith Borthwick School, Bocking Blackwater and Angel Inn. The closest station to Braintree is Braintree station, roughly 0.5 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Tudor House Museum (Braintree) (within half a mile north-west) and St Michael's Hospital (0.9 miles west). The countryside around Braintree includes Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
Also near Braintree
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Why deal with it now?
Draughts round a sash window are not always the sashes. Open mastic joints round the box can let air in, and renewing the mastic closes them. In flats, shops and offices in Braintree, a failed joint can let water into the unit below or behind a wall, where it can go unnoticed until the damage is done.
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting, as water and mould keep getting in. If you’re not sure whether it needs doing, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
Why us?
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- Old sealant always removed completely
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
- A 12-month guarantee on all work
Read our cost guide and what customers say.
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 tidy away. It usually takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Commercial jobs in Braintree can be planned out of hours where a building cannot close, while home visits are arranged within our normal working hours, Monday to Saturday.
- Each surround is checked first.
- The joint is raked out and cleaned.
- We fill deep gaps so the new mastic isn’t too thick.
- We point the joint with sand mastic by hand.
- The finish is dressed neatly.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
Getting a quote
There’s no standard price list. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email.
Advice
Landlord and commercial work in Braintree
We also work for property managers and facilities teams. Several sites can go on one quote.
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements.