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Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Maypole, Kent
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick for Maypole, backed by a one-year guarantee. Ask us for a quote.
- A silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
Sand mastic in Maypole, done properly
Traditional burnt sand mastic blends with stone and brick surrounds. It’s a good fit for period properties, where modern sealant can look out of place. If you have crumbling sand mastic round a window and wind and rain getting in round a sash window, we can put it right, on timber door frames, tenement windows and brick reveals alike.
Somewhere as small as Maypole, older homes often have timber frames set in stone or brickwork. Older buildings like these do not always suit modern silicone, and sometimes a traditional sand mastic is the better choice.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Kent.
- Where
- Maypole (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear price before any work starts
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Landlord and commercial work in Maypole
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report, and it’s easy to sort out between tenants. We can quote for more than one property at once.
Hotels need rooms back in use, so the work can be planned room by room. Hotel work is part of what we do, alongside homes and businesses.
Places near Maypole
What else we do in Maypole
Leave it or put it right?
Silicone might seem the quicker option, but on period stone or brick it often looks out of place. Sand mastic suits the building and blends with the stone or brick. In a small place like Maypole, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
No two jobs are quite the same, so we quote each one individually. Size, access and the product the joint needs all make a difference.
Why us?
- 12-month guarantee on every job
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
- More than 20 years in sealant work
- Full insurance on every job
Take a look at our cost guide and what customers say.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
What a professional job adds is preparation and the right product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is matched to the joint and its conditions, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
Not every job suits DIY: high-level joints, fire-rated gaps, external movement joints and big jobs call for the right materials, safe access and experience.
Quotes for sand mastic in Maypole
The price is agreed before any work begins. It’s based on:
- When we can work, for business premises
- How easy the joints are to reach
- The amount of work
- The old material and how stubborn it is
The cost depends on the size of the job, how much old material has to come out and access to the work. We give a clear quote before we start, so you know where you stand.
Helping us quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- If someone has resealed it before
- A few pictures by email, if you can
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Where the job is, and your postcode
There’s no standard price list, because every job is different. Instead, we send you a clear quote for your job. To arrange one, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email.
What we do, step by step
You do not need to clear the whole room or building before we come, only the area right around the joints. Everything nearby is protected, and the work takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints for a typical job. Somewhere like Maypole needs a little journey planning: 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 look at the surrounds with you and agree what needs doing.
- The loose and crumbling mastic is raked out and the joint cleaned.
- Large voids are packed out first, so the mastic isn’t too thick.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- Mention if the joints have been sealed before
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
Get a quote
If you are in Maypole and need sand mastic, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and we will agree the price before any work begins.
Related advice
Sand mastic in Maypole: local notes
Maypole is within about 3 miles of the coast, and homes near the sea take more wind-driven rain, with salt in the air closer to the shore. Both are hard on the mastic around older windows and doors, which can dry out and crack sooner where a building faces the weather. The South East is one of the drier parts of the UK, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind.
Letting a property close to Herne Bay station? Then any sash windows need sound mastic to keep draughts and rain out. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of the Holy Cross, the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is usually the first place rain gets in.
Maypole is about 2 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. Jobs in Maypole get the same care as everywhere else we work: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a one-year guarantee. Across Kent, we cover 922 places, and Maypole is one of them. You can also see our page for Chelmsford, roughly 40 miles from Maypole.
We cover every part of the CT3 postcode area for sand mastic. You’ll find streets such as Maypole Lane and Maypole Road. Neighbouring places we cover for sand mastic include Old Tree (1 mile east), Millbank (1 mile north), Hoath (1 mile south), Knave's Ash (1 mile south-west) and Highstead (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles west).
Around Maypole
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Spires Academy and Curtis Wood, among other places. The closest station to Maypole is Herne Bay station, roughly 2.6 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (4.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include West Blean and Thornden Woods.
Common problems we fix in Maypole
Rain on the window surround works into any crack and pushes it out. Windows facing the weather tend to go first.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Open joints round the window box
- Tired mastic found when preparing windows for paint
- Draughty sash windows at the surround
- Gaps round a timber door in stone or brick
If you look after a building such as Hoath Primary School, its window and door frames need their mastic kept sound, just like a home’s.
What to look for in a quote
- What product goes in the joint
- How much experience the applicator has
- What insurance they hold
- How hidden problems are handled
When something else is needed
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Timber that has rotted
- Sashes that rattle, stick or won’t open
- Damaged stone surrounds
If in doubt, ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we seal
- Period & listed homes
- Stone surrounds
- Brick reveals
- Timber door frames
- Sash and case windows
- Tenement windows
Maypole questions
Does living near the coast affect sand mastic in Maypole?
Near the sea, outside joints face more wind, rain and salt than they would inland, so the choice of sealant and the preparation matter even more. Walls facing the sea are usually the first to need attention.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Herne Bay station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for, and several properties can be quoted together. Just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with the address and what needs doing, and we will send you a clear quote.
Do the sealants smell?
There can be a smell while the sealant cures, but it fades. Ventilation helps.
Can you replace silicone on a period window with sand mastic?
Yes. We remove the silicone and clean the joint before the sand mastic goes in.
Should I use sand mastic or silicone?
We will help you decide. Sand mastic suits many period homes and newer frames suit modern sealant.
How do I get a quote for sand mastic in Maypole?
Size, access and the old material all affect the cost. Call for a quick quote and we’ll talk you through it.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We are approved under the ARBOMaster scheme, which is run for the Arbo sealant brand.
How long does the job take?
Most jobs take a few hours for a single window, longer for several, including preparation and clearing up. Your quote will say how long we expect yours to take.