Kent · England
Window Mastic in Hicks Forstal
Specialist window mastic for Hicks Forstal: careful preparation, the right product and tidy work. Ask us for a quick quote.
- Untidy mastic left by window fitters
- Damp patches on the reveal after heavy rain
- Cold air getting in at the frame edge
Window mastic in Hicks Forstal, done properly
Some gaps around frames are far deeper than they look. Packing it solid with sealant gives a joint that cannot flex, so deep gaps get backing rod first. The sealant then grips the two sides it should. We work on window sills, patio & French doors and timber windows & doors, and common reasons people get in touch are damp patches on the reveal after heavy rain and cracked or shrunken mastic around the frame.
Outdoor sealant needs dry, clean surfaces, so work on frames around Hicks Forstal is planned for dry weather. Let us know about access to all the frames, upstairs ones included.
Every job is covered by a 12-month guarantee.
- Where
- Hicks Forstal (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- Phone
- 0345 464 0079
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Keeping the joints in good condition
Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. We suggest:
- Air rooms to keep condensation down around windows
- Keep paint and stain on wooden frames in good order
- Keep drainage slots and sill grooves clear
- Use gentle cleaners on frames and sealant
Clean the frames with mild soapy water, and keep solvents and harsh chemicals off the joint.
Draughts get worse, not better. As the old mastic shrinks further, more air gets through, and a cold room gets colder. A new joint closes it up.
How the visit works
Good joint work is mostly preparation, so that’s where we spend the time. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. In total, it generally takes a morning for a couple of windows and a door. In a small place like Hicks Forstal, access is usually the main thing to plan. If the job is outside, mention outbuildings, exposed walls and how to reach them.
- First, we confirm safe access to each frame.
- All the failed sealant is cut away, along with any loose debris.
- The surfaces are cleaned and left dry, and primed where the sealant calls for it.
- Backing rod fills deep voids and the sealant goes in on top.
- The joint is shaped to shed water and the area tidied.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention if the joints have been sealed before
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- Mention any tricky access
How to get a quote
Need a quote? Please phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email with a few details. We’ll explain what we’d do and send you a clear quote before any work starts.
Advice
Why it’s worth doing now in Hicks Forstal
The work is quick compared with the damage it prevents: the visit takes a morning for a couple of windows and a door. Leave it until water is coming in and you may need plastering and decorating as well. In a small place like Hicks Forstal, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
We do not show prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. Call for a quick quote.
Why book with us
- White, clear, grey or another colour, product permitting
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
- We’re fully insured
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
Read what affects the cost and what customers say.
Also near Hicks Forstal
More services for Hicks Forstal
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. For commercial premises, we can talk through working times when we quote.
We work for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. Resealing between tenancies keeps a property looking cared for before the next move-in.
Signs you need window mastic in Hicks Forstal
Sun, frost and rain wear sealant out. Sunlight dries the surface out, until it loses its stretch and starts to crack.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- Rushed sealant from a window installation
- Water coming in at the bottom corners of a door
- Old mastic that has gone black or come away
- Sealant in the wrong colour for the frame
Managing a site like Spires Academy? Then the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Before booking anyone
- Whether they seal over old material or remove it
- Is VAT in the price?
- Which colour the sealant will be
- Whether they’re fully insured
Hicks Forstal: your questions answered
Is window mastic in a coastal place like Hicks Forstal any different?
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.
Do you cover smaller places like Hicks Forstal?
Yes, Hicks Forstal is covered. Our work covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest places. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is the new sealant paintable?
It depends on the sealant. Some hybrid sealants can be painted; silicone can’t. Tell us if you’re decorating and we will choose accordingly.
Can tenants book the work?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
What information do you need?
Only a few details: the address or postcode, what’s wrong and any access issues. After that, simply phone 0345 464 0079 or send us an email.
Is there any odour?
That depends on the sealant. Some products have a noticeable smell, others very little, and any smell fades as they cure.
How long does it take to reseal the windows on a house?
It depends on access, the old mastic and the size of the frames. We’ll tell you how long your job needs when we quote.
Will it make a mess?
No. We protect the surfaces around the joints, and we clear up the old sealant and our materials before we leave.
Frames and glazing around Hicks Forstal
Hicks Forstal is close to 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 window and door frames, 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, but outside sealant still needs a dry, clean surface, so outdoor work is planned around the forecast.
Letting a property close to Sturry station? Then sound mastic around windows and doors keeps out the draughts and damp that tenants notice first.
Hicks Forstal is about 2 miles south of Herne Bay, in Kent. We carry out window mastic for householders, landlords and businesses in Hicks Forstal, as part of our work across Kent. Hicks Forstal is one of 922 places in Kent where we work for window mastic. There’s also a page for Chelmsford, roughly 39 miles from Hicks Forstal.
All of CT3 is covered for window mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we work in Calcott (1 mile south-west), Herne Common (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile east), Herne (1 mile north) and Bullockstone (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (4 miles south-west), Margate (12 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (12 miles east), Broadstairs (13 miles east) and Whitstable (4 miles west).
What’s near Hicks Forstal
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Curtis Wood, among other places. The nearest railway station is Sturry station, roughly 2.2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (3.9 miles south) and Canterbury Castle (4.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s West Blean and Thornden Woods.
When something else is needed
A few problems are outside what sealant work can do:
- Broken hinges, locks or handles
- Worn gaskets, brush seals or a door that has dropped
- Condensation trapped between the panes
If you are not sure, just ring 0345 464 0079 or email us and we will give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we seal
- Composite doors
- Aluminium frames
- Patio & French doors
- Window sills
- Timber windows & doors
- uPVC windows
Quotes for window mastic in Hicks Forstal
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- Access and height
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That’s why we ask about the job first and agree the price before starting.
What to tell us for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- The type of property
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
For window mastic in Hicks Forstal, phone 0345 464 0079 or drop 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.