Hampshire · England
Sand Mastic in Great Shoddesden
Sand mastic for Great Shoddesden, by sealant specialists with 20+ years’ experience. 180+ five-star Google reviews and a 4.9 rating.
- A silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
How we handle sand mastic in Great Shoddesden
Sand mastic skins over fairly quickly, but it takes longer to harden fully. Traditionally, sand mastic is left unpainted and we’ll advise if you are redecorating. Typical jobs include mastic dropping out of the joint and weathered mastic on the most exposed windows, on brick reveals, stone surrounds and sash and case windows.
Outdoor sealant needs dry, clean surfaces, so work on frames around Great Shoddesden is planned for dry weather. Let us know about access to all the frames, upstairs ones included.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, in Great Shoddesden and everywhere else we cover.
- Location
- Great Shoddesden (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What we are called out for in Great Shoddesden
Over the years, sand mastic weathers. It dries out, cracks and loses its grip on the stone or timber.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
If you let a flat or house near Grateley station, any sash windows need sound mastic to keep draughts and rain out.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- What the cure time is
Frames and glazing around Great Shoddesden
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.
If you look after a building such as Ludgershall Castle Primary School, its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s.
Great Shoddesden is about 6 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Great Shoddesden can book us for sand mastic, old or new, large or small. Every job comes with our one-year guarantee. Great Shoddesden is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover for sand mastic. Southampton is on our list too, about 24 miles from Great Shoddesden.
Postcode districts we cover here for sand mastic: SP11. If you are just outside Great Shoddesden, we cover Perham Down (1 mile west), Ludgershall (1 mile north-west), Kimpton (1 mile south) and Tidworth (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Andover (6 miles east), Whitchurch (12 miles east), East Anton (6 miles east), Overton (15 miles east), Picket Piece (7 miles east) and Picket Twenty (7 miles east).
Around Great Shoddesden
We work in homes and buildings around The Wellington Academy. For rail, the closest station is Grateley station, roughly 4.9 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Ludgershall Castle (1.4 miles north-west) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.2 miles east). Open spaces near Great Shoddesden include Quarley Hill.
Keeping the joints in good condition
How long the joints last depends on use and care. Here’s what we suggest:
- Find out about consent before window work on a listed home
- Make sure water runs off the sill
- Go gently near the mastic when preparing windows
- Sort the mastic before the decorators arrive
Keep gutters and sills clear so water runs away from the surround. Water sitting against the mastic shortens its life.
Fine cracks show the mastic is starting to fail. It’s easier to renew it before it drops out.
Surface by surface
Sash and case windows
The box of a sash and case window sits in the stone or brick opening. Sand mastic seals the joint round it.
Period and listed homes
Many older homes were built with sand mastic round the windows. On listed buildings, check with your planning authority first.
What happens if it’s left?
New sash windows are a major, costly change and on a listed home, consent may be needed. Where the frames are in good order, new mastic seals the surround. Around Great Shoddesden, older homes often have timber in their floors and frames, and water through a failed joint can rot timber if it’s left.
The cost reflects the work involved, not a rough estimate. That’s why we ask a few questions first and agree the price before starting.
What you get with us
- ARBOMaster approved applicator
- Quality sealants from Arbo and Everbuild
- We never seal over old sealant
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
Quotes for sand mastic in Great Shoddesden
There’s no set price list, because no two jobs are the same. What we look at:
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- The size of the job
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- How many areas need sealing
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.
Asking for a quote
What to tell us when you ask for a quote:
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- Whether it has been sealed before
- A few pictures by email, if you can
Getting a quote is simple: tell us what needs doing and where and its rough size. Photos by email help us understand the job, and we will take it from there.
What happens on the day
Most of a good job is in the preparation, and we don’t rush it. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. In total, it usually takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints. For a village or hamlet like Great Shoddesden, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. We bring what the job needs, so it can be finished in one trip where possible.
- We check each window surround and the condition of the joint.
- The joint is raked out and cleaned.
- Large voids are packed out.
- New sand mastic is applied and shaped by hand.
- The finish is dressed neatly.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any water getting in
- Mention any tricky access
- Let us know about parking restrictions
How to get a quote
For sand mastic in Great Shoddesden, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email. Tell us what the problem is and where, and you’ll get a clear quote before any work starts.
Advice
Landlords, agents and businesses in Great Shoddesden
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report, and it’s quick to put right between tenancies. We can quote for more than one property at once.
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Questions from Great Shoddesden
I let a flat near Grateley station. Can you help?
Yes. We work for landlords and letting agents as well as homeowners. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or email us with the details for a clear quote.
Is Great Shoddesden within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can I paint the new mastic?
Traditional guidance is not to paint over sand mastic. If you are redecorating the window, ask us first and we will advise.
Is consent needed for window work on a listed home?
It’s best to ask your local planning authority first. Sand mastic is often favoured as like for like but the decision is theirs.
Where are you based?
We’re a Crawley-based firm, with over 20 years’ experience. Our area covers South East England, London and Scotland.
What does sand mastic cost?
The cost depends on the size of the job, access and how much old sealant has to come out. Call for a quick quote.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Yes, and it often makes sense. Combining jobs makes good use of the visit.
Can I choose the sealant colour?
Yes. White, clear and grey are common, and other colours are available for many products, and we will agree it with you first.