Hampshire · England
Sand Mastic in Totford
Professional sand mastic in and around Totford, with old sealant always removed completely.
- Draughts and rain around sash boxes
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Cracked mastic round a front door frame
Totford homes and the weather
The South East is one of the drier parts of the UK, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
For landlords with property near Micheldever station, cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about.
Totford is about 8 miles north-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Totford is covered for sand mastic, old or new, large or small. The work is guaranteed for a year. Our area takes in 683 places across Hampshire. We also work in Southampton, around 18 miles away.
All of SO24 is covered for sand mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we work in Northington (1 mile south-west), Brown Candover (1 mile north-east), Old Alresford (3 miles south-east), Preston Candover (3 miles north-east) and Bighton (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (10 miles north), Winchester (8 miles south-west), Eastleigh (14 miles south-west), Andover (14 miles west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles south-west) and Alton (9 miles east).
Around Totford
In Totford, that means homes and buildings near The Woolpack Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Totford is Micheldever station, about 4.5 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Barton Castle (3 miles east).
Sand mastic in Totford
Fresh sand mastic forms a skin quite soon, but it takes longer to harden fully. Traditional guidance is not to paint over it and we’ll advise if you’re redecorating. We work on brick reveals, timber door frames and stone surrounds, and people most often call us about gaps between timber frames and stone or brick and wind and rain getting in round a sash window.
Mastic can only go onto a dry, clean joint, so window work in Totford is booked around the forecast. Let us know about access to all the frames, upstairs ones included.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right with it, phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email.
- Location
- Totford (SO24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How it works
When we arrive, we start by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we are doing. We protect the surfaces around the joints before work begins. The work usually takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints. Somewhere like Totford 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.
- 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
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
Ask for a quote
We do not publish a price list. Instead, we give you a clear quote for your job. To arrange one, phone 0345 464 0079 or email us.
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Your questions about sand mastic in Totford
Will you come out to Totford?
Yes. Totford is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our work covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
I let a flat near Micheldever station. Can you help?
Yes, we work for landlords and agents. You can phone 0345 464 0079 or email us with the address and a few details, and we’ll give you a fixed price before we start.
Which is right for my windows, sand mastic or modern sealant?
Sand mastic normally suits period timber windows best. On modern frames, we’d normally use a flexible sealant.
When will the new mastic be hard?
Not right away. It skins first and hardens fully later and we will give you an idea for your job.
Are you fully insured?
Yes, we’re fully insured for domestic and commercial work.
How long does the job take?
Typically it takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints. Larger jobs naturally take longer, and we’ll tell you how long to expect.
Do I have to be there?
If the work is inside, we need someone to let us in. Once we’ve agreed the job, you don’t need to watch us work.
Where do you work from?
Our base is Crawley. We work across South East England, London and Scotland.
Common problems we fix in Totford
Age is the main cause. Even well-laid mastic needs renewing in time, depending on exposure and upkeep.
The most common problems we see are:
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
- Failed mastic on an exposed elevation
- Draughts and rain around sash boxes
- Old cement repairs round a window that have failed
Homes close to Church of St John the Evangelist include some older properties, and the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is normally the first place rain gets in.
What your quote should include
- What guarantee comes with the work
- Whether you can choose the colour
- What insurance they hold
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
What happens if it’s left?
An open joint round the frame lets weather in. Water can get to the frame and the masonry so renewing it early protects the window. Around Totford, older homes often have timber in their floors and frames, where water from a failed joint can cause rot if it’s left.
Leaving a failed joint normally makes the job bigger, not smaller, as water and mould keep getting in. If you’re unsure, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email for an honest opinion and a quote.
Why Totford clients choose us
- 12-month guarantee on every job
- 180+ five-star Google reviews
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
Read our cost guide and our reviews.
What affects the quote in Totford
Every job gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Any working-time requirements on site
- Access and height
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
Every job is a little different, so we quote each one individually. Size, access and the product the joint needs all make a difference.
Asking for a quote
To help us quote quickly, let us know:
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- If someone has resealed it before
- The type of property
- Where the job is, and your postcode
Call for a quick quote, or email us if that is easier. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we will talk you through the work before giving you a price.
DIY versus a professional finish
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that is fine. We cut it out and start again, so tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, such as a straightforward joint indoors. The common mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using far too much.
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What sealant work cannot fix
In fairness, there are a few things sealant won’t fix:
- Rotten sashes, sills or window boxes (a joiner’s job)
- Sashes that need overhauling
- Decisions on consent for listed homes
Not sure which it is? You can call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you honestly.
Where we work in Totford
- Timber door frames
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows
- Stone surrounds
- Period & listed homes
- Tenement windows
How the job changes by surface
Tenement and terrace windows
Tenements and terraces often have many sash windows with ageing mastic. We work on single windows or whole elevations.
Stone surrounds
We take care not to mark the stone when the old mastic comes out.