Kent · England
Sand Mastic in Fordwich
Window and door surrounds in Fordwich need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
- Patchy fillers round a sash window
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
Should I try it myself first?
A DIY attempt doesn’t rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again.
Not every job suits DIY: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas need the right product, the right access and the right method.
About our sand mastic in Fordwich
On many period windows, sand mastic looks right and suits the building. On modern frames we’d normally use a flexible sealant, and we’ll talk through which suits your home. We work on tenement windows, brick reveals and sash and case windows, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked mastic round a front door frame and wind and rain getting in round a sash window.
In a village or hamlet like Fordwich, older cottages and farmhouses often have timber windows set in stone or brick. Not every older frame suits a modern silicone bead, so the sealant has to be chosen to suit the building.
Big or small, it’s backed by our 12-month guarantee in Fordwich and across Kent.
- Place
- Fordwich (CT2)
- Region
- Kent
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Windows and doors in Fordwich
Compared with the north and west, the South East gets less rain, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Sturry Church of England Primary School, its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s. In the older streets around Church of St Mary the Virgin, the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is generally the first place rain gets in.
Fordwich is about 2 miles north-east of Canterbury, in Kent. Every kind of property in Fordwich is covered for sand mastic, old or new, large or small. Every job comes with our one-year guarantee. Our area takes in 922 places across Kent. We also work in Chelmsford, about 41 miles from Fordwich.
Here we cover the CT2 postcode area for sand mastic. You will find streets such as Brooklands Close, Water Meadows and King Street. Neighbouring places we cover for sand mastic include Littlebourne (2 miles south-east), Bekesbourne Hill (2 miles south), Wickhambreaux (3 miles east), Ickham (3 miles south-east) and Patrixbourne (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Margate (13 miles north-east), Dover (13 miles south-east), Folkestone (15 miles south), Ramsgate (13 miles east), Broadstairs (14 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Fordwich
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Frank Montgomery School, Chequer's Wood and Old Park and Fordwich Arms, among other places. There’s a railway station in Fordwich itself: Sturry station. Well-known places in the area include Whitefriars Shopping Centre (2.4 miles south-west) and St Martins Hospital (1.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Fordwich includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Fordwich questions
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Sturry station?
Yes. We work for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the address and what needs doing, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
Do you cover Fordwich for sand mastic?
Yes. We work across London and the South East, and Fordwich is part of that. Just ring 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with a few details of the job.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Always. Sealing over old sealant is the main reason resealing fails early, so we never do it.
What does sand mastic cost?
The cost depends on the size of the job, access and how much old sealant has to come out. Ask us for a quote and we will talk you through it.
Is it possible to paint over sand mastic?
It’s traditionally left unpainted, as guidance on traditional windows advises. Ask us before decorating.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We’re approved under the ARBOMaster scheme.
Do you do commercial work?
Yes. Commercial and hotel work is a large part of what we do. Working times can be discussed when we quote.
Will you leave a mess?
Tidy work is part of the job. Nearby surfaces are protected, and we clear up when we are done.
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What sealant work can’t fix
New sealant cannot fix everything, and we’d rather say so up front. It will not solve:
- Sash cords, weights and draught-proofing of the sashes
- Masonry that needs repairing
- Timber that has rotted
If in doubt, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we seal
- Stone surrounds
- Sash and case windows
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Timber door frames
- Tenement windows
Different surfaces, different methods
Period and listed homes
A traditional finish suits a period property, and sand mastic is one of them.
Sash and case windows
A sash window’s box frame sits in the masonry opening. The gap round it is pointed with sand mastic.
When to call us in Fordwich
Some old mastic was never deep enough. Mastic that’s too thin cracks and drops out so we make sure the new mastic is the right thickness.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
- Open joints round the window box
- Modern sealant on a period surround
- Mastic worn away on windows facing the weather
If you let a flat or house near Sturry station, any sash windows need sound mastic to keep draughts and rain out.
What your quote should include
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- When the joint can take water or movement
- What product goes in the joint
- Whether they’re fully insured
What affects the cost of sand mastic
The quote reflects the job in front of us. We take into account:
- The size of the job
- The product the joint needs
- Any mould that needs treating
- Working hours on commercial sites
Leaving a failed joint normally makes the job bigger, not smaller, because water and mould keep working on it. If you’re unsure, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
Helping us quote
When you contact us, these details help:
- The address or postcode of the job
- How we’d reach the joints
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- What’s wrong with the joints now
A good description makes for an accurate quote. Let us know the location, the problem and roughly how many joints.
What happens if it’s left?
Not every draught comes from the sashes themselves. Gaps between the frame and the wall can be just as bad, and renewing the mastic closes them. Around Fordwich, older homes often have timber in their floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
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.
Why Fordwich clients choose us
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Any old sealant cut out fully, not covered over
- Fully insured
See our cost guide and customer reviews.
The process
Every visit runs the same way: we look at the joints together, protect the area around them, do the work and clear up. It usually takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Somewhere as small as Fordwich, access is often the only tricky part. If the job is outside, mention outbuildings, exposed walls and how to reach them.
- We check the window surrounds and agree which joints need renewing.
- The loose and crumbling mastic is raked out and the joint cleaned.
- Deep voids are packed so the mastic is the right thickness.
- The mastic is mixed, pressed into the joint by hand and shaped.
- The finish is dressed so it sits neatly against the stone or brick.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any tricky access
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
- Clear the area around the work
Ask for a quote
If you are in Fordwich and need sand mastic, ring 0345 464 0079 or email us. Tell us what the problem is and where, and you’ll get a clear quote before work begins.