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Window Mastic in Fords Farm
Mastic around window and door frames, sills and patio doors for Fords Farm, backed by a one-year guarantee. Call for a quick quote.
- Mastic that has split away from the wall
- Mastic that’s falling out in pieces
- Gaps where the sill meets the wall
Why deal with it now?
Draughts and leaks don’t always mean new windows. If the frames and glass are in good order, resealing the joints is often all that’s needed. Problems with the glass or gaskets are for a window company, and we will say so. Around Fords Farm, water from a failed joint in an older home can soak into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the sealant itself.
Leaving a failed joint generally makes the job bigger, not smaller. If you’re unsure, call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email for an honest opinion and a quote.
Why Fords Farm clients choose us
- Tidy, careful work
- White, clear, grey or another colour, product permitting
- 20+ years of sealant experience
- A sealant colour to suit the surroundings
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced and our reviews.
Window mastic in Fords Farm, done properly
The mastic around a window or door seals the gap between the frame and the wall. Once that seal fails, wind and rain find the gap. The old mastic is removed and the joint resealed with a flexible exterior sealant. If you are dealing with draughty joints inside around the window and gaps where the sill meets the wall, we can put it right, on uPVC windows, window sills and composite doors alike.
Homes around Fords Farm range from older properties to newer houses, and their windows range just as widely. Each frame material needs the right sealant against the right wall.
A 12-month guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once the job is done.
- Where
- Fords Farm (RG30, RG31)
- Region
- Reading
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- Call
- 0345 464 0079
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
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Keeping the joints in good condition
How long the joints last depends on use and care. We suggest:
- Do not aim a pressure washer at the joints
- Avoid harsh chemicals near the mastic
- Repaint timber before it’s bare
- Wipe condensation off the frames
Check the drainage slots in the frames are not blocked, so rain drains out rather than building up at the sealant.
A small gap around a frame only grows. As the old mastic shrinks further, more air gets through, and a cold room gets colder. A new joint closes it up.
How the job changes by surface
Patio & French doors
Patio and French doors have the longest joints on most houses. Most leaks start at the bottom corners, so we pay close attention there.
Timber windows & doors
Wood swells when it’s wet and shrinks when it dries, so a flexible sealant is essential. The paint or stain needs to be sound where the sealant meets it.
Frames and glazing around Fords Farm
London and the South East are among the drier parts of the UK, yet outdoor joints still have to be sealed dry, so jobs are booked with the weather in mind. Historic houses like Mapledurham House (about 3.1 miles north) are a reminder that the area around Fords Farm has older buildings as well as new. In older buildings, older timber frames in brick or stone need a different approach from a modern uPVC window.
For landlords with property near Reading Green Park station, cracked frame mastic tends to show up as a draught or damp complaint, so it’s worth checking between lets. Managing a site like Kennet Valley Primary School? Then larger buildings have plenty of frames, and the mastic around each one ages.
Fords Farm is about 2 miles west of Reading, in Reading. From the centre of Fords Farm to the outskirts, window mastic is available for homes and businesses alike, from flats and houses to offices and hotels. Across Reading, we cover 34 places, and Fords Farm is one of them.
We work across RG30 and RG31 for window mastic and the streets around it. We cover properties on Low Lane, Mill Lane and Bath Road. Neighbouring places we cover for window mastic include Horncastle (1 mile north), Southcote (1 mile east), Burghfield Bridge (1 mile south), Beansheaf Farm (1 mile west) and Calcot (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Caversham (4 miles north-east), Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (7 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (3 miles north-east), Whitley Wood (3 miles south-east) and Sonning Common (6 miles north).
Local landmarks in Fords Farm
In Fords Farm, that means homes and buildings near Prospect School, Elvian School and The Cunning Man pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Fords Farm is Reading Green Park station, roughly 1.4 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Battle Hospital (1.7 miles north-east) and Beaumys Castle (4.8 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and South Lake.
For landlords and businesses
We also work for property managers and facilities teams in Fords Farm and across Reading. Several sites can be quoted together.
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. For commercial premises, we can talk through working times when we quote.
When it is not the sealant
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- A sash or casement that will not close properly
- Condensation trapped between the panes
- Rotten timber, which needs a joiner first
If you are not sure, just call 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we seal
- Patio & French doors
- Composite doors
- Timber windows & doors
- Aluminium frames
- uPVC windows
- Window sills
How it works
Once we are on site, we check the joints match what you told us. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. Most jobs then take anything from an hour or two to a full day, depending on how many frames there are. A visit to Fords Farm is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. If the work is outside, the weather plays a part, as sealant needs a dry surface.
- First we look at every frame and agree the list.
- Next the failed sealant is cut away and the joint cleaned.
- We fit backing rod in deep gaps so the sealant is the right depth.
- New exterior sealant goes on in a matching colour and is tooled smooth.
- We clear up and check every joint is fully closed.
Before we arrive
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
- Tell us about any water getting in
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
Ask for a quote
The more we know about the job, the more useful the quote. Tell us where the job is, what’s wrong and how much there is, and email photos if that’s easy.
Advice
Common questions in Fords Farm
Do you work for landlords with property near Reading Green Park station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for, and several properties can be quoted together. You can ring 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with the details for a clear quote.
Is Fords Farm in your area for window mastic?
Yes, Fords Farm is within the area we cover. Our work covers London and the South East. Just phone 0345 464 0079 or drop us an email with a few details of the job.
Will new mastic stop draughts?
In many cases. The gap between frame and wall is a common source of draughts, and resealing inside and out closes it.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it often makes sense. Doing several areas at once is generally more efficient, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
Will you leave a mess?
Tidy work is part of the job. We protect what’s around the joints.
Where is Mr Mastic based?
We’re a Crawley-based firm. We work across South East England, London and Scotland.
Can you do the inside joint as well?
Yes. Draughts often come through the inside gap too, so it can be worth sealing both.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes, with our 12-month guarantee. Keeping drainage clear and checking the joints yearly helps them last.
When to call us in Fords Farm
Sun, frost and rain wear sealant out. Sunlight dries the surface out, until it loses its stretch and starts to crack.
Any of these means the joints need attention:
- White mastic on grey or black frames
- Rushed sealant from a window installation
- Gaps where the sill meets the wall
- Water coming in at the bottom corners of a door
Homes close to St Matthew's include some older properties, and replacement windows fitted into old openings often leave uneven gaps that need backing and a flexible joint.
What to look for in a quote
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- Whether you can choose the colour
- Are they insured?
- How hidden problems are handled