Brighton and Hove · England
Window & door mastic in Aldrington, Brighton and Hove
Window and door frames in Aldrington need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
- Cracked or shrunken mastic around the frame
- Damp patches on the reveal after heavy rain
- Sealant in the wrong colour for the frame
Window mastic in Aldrington
A window frame and the wall around it expand and shrink at different rates. Plastic and aluminium frames move with the temperature, while masonry stays fairly still. That is why the joint needs a flexible, low-modulus sealant rather than something rigid. If you have draughty joints inside around the window and mastic that’s falling out in pieces, we can help, whatever the surface.
Homes around Aldrington range from older properties to newer houses, and their windows range just as widely. The right sealant depends on the frame and on what it sits in.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Aldrington (BN3, BN41, BN42)
- Wider area
- Brighton and Hove
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- A clear price before we start
- Telephone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Common questions in Aldrington
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Portslade station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or email us and tell us about the property, and we’ll give you a clear quote.
Does the coastal weather in Aldrington affect outside sealant?
Near the coast, wind-driven rain and, nearer the shore, salt air make outside sealant work harder. Choosing the right sealant for the frame and wall, laid at the right depth, helps it last.
Can you match the sealant to my frames?
Generally, yes. Mention the frame colour when you ask for a quote and we’ll use the nearest match.
Is there any odour?
Some sealants have a smell while they cure. Opening a window helps.
Can you seal over the old sealant?
No. Fresh sealant does not stick to old sealant, and it traps any mould or water underneath. It all has to come out first.
What information do you need?
The location, the problem and the rough size of the job. If you can, email a few pictures.
Can you do the inside joint as well?
Yes. Draughts often come through the inside gap too, so it can be worth sealing both.
What do you put in the joint?
Each joint gets the product that suits it. Where it moves, gets wet or faces the weather makes a difference, and we’ll explain our choice.
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What the job involves on each surface
Composite doors
An exposed front door gets wind-driven rain. We pay most attention there.
uPVC windows
Fitters’ mastic on plastic frames is sometimes thin and rushed. It comes out, deep gaps get backing rod and the joint is resealed.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Aldrington
We also work for property managers and facilities teams in Aldrington and across Brighton and Hove. Several sites can go on one quote.
For anyone letting property in or around Aldrington, several properties can be quoted together. Send us the addresses and the work at each, and pictures by email help.
How it works
When we arrive, we start by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we are doing. Surfaces next to the work are protected before we start. Most jobs take a few hours for a handful of frames, longer for a whole house. Parking around Aldrington is generally easier than in a town centre, but mention any lanes, gates or long drives. If the job is outside, tell us about side access and how high the joints are.
- We start by checking each window and door with you.
- Next the failed sealant is cut away and the joint cleaned.
- Where gaps are deep, backing rod goes in first.
- New exterior sealant goes on in a matching colour and is tooled smooth.
- We clear up and check every joint is fully closed.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any tricky access
- Tell us about any water getting in
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
Get a quote
For window mastic in Aldrington, call 0345 464 0079 or email us. Tell us what the problem is and where, and you will get a clear quote before any work starts.
Related advice
How to look after the new joints
Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. Our advice:
- Avoid blasting the frames with a pressure washer
- Keep solvents and bleach off the sealant
- Air rooms to keep condensation down around windows
- Keep timber frames painted
Check the drainage slots in the frames are not blocked, so rain drains out rather than building up at the sealant.
On timber windows, water behind the joint can lead to rot. Rotten timber needs a joiner, not a sealant, so it pays to reseal before that happens.
When something else is needed
To be straight with you, some problems need a different trade:
- A sash or casement that won’t close properly
- A frame that has rotted at the joint
- Penetrating damp from a failed cavity tray or render
Not sure which it is? You can call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we will tell you honestly.
Where we work in Aldrington
- Window sills
- Patio & French doors
- Aluminium frames
- uPVC windows
- Timber windows & doors
- Composite doors
What window mastic looks like in Aldrington
Aldrington is close to the coast, where wind-driven rain is a fact of life and, nearer the shore, so is salt air. That’s hard on the mastic around window and door frames, especially on the side facing the sea. Rainfall in the South East is lower than in much of the UK, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
If you live in an older home near St Philip's Church, the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is normally the first place rain gets in. Rented homes near Portslade station change hands often, and cracked frame mastic tends to show up as a draught or damp complaint, so it’s worth checking between lets. Schools such as Hove Junior School are buildings too, and larger buildings have plenty of frames, and the mastic around each one ages.
Aldrington is about 1 mile south-west of Brighton and Hove, in Brighton and Hove. From the centre of Aldrington to the outskirts, window mastic is available for homes and businesses alike. Aldrington is one of 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove where we work.
Every address in BN3, BN41 and BN42 is within our area for window mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Wish Road, Saxon Road and Roman Road. Other places close to Aldrington include Brighton and Hove (1 mile north-east), Hove (1 mile east), West Blatchington (1 mile north-east), Brunswick (2 miles east) and Prestonville (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Brighton (3 miles east), Carlton Hill (3 miles east), Hanover (3 miles east), Kemptown (3 miles east), Hollingdean (3 miles east) and Whitehawk (4 miles east).
Near you in Aldrington
In Aldrington, that means homes and buildings near The Drive Prep School, The Gather Inn and Hove Park School. For rail, the closest station is Portslade station, about 0.6 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Montefiore Hospital (1.7 miles east) and British Engineerium (1.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Aldrington include Shoreham Beach and Thundersbarrow Hill.
What affects the cost of window mastic
Every job gets its own quote. These are the things that affect it:
- The type of sealant required
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Access and height
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
Combining jobs into one visit is usually more efficient than separate visits, so tell us about everything that needs sealing. We will give you a clear quote for the lot.
Helping us quote
When you contact us, it’s useful to know:
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- The problem you’ve noticed
It all starts with a short chat. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job. When it suits you, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We remove it and do the joint properly, so just mention it when you contact us.
Overfilling a joint is a classic DIY mistake. A thick, smeared bead looks untidy and does not move well, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.