Silicone render · Hampshire
Silicone render in Gosport
Quotes for silicone render in Gosport list the system, the detailing and the VAT position in writing, so you know exactly what's included. Silicone suits most rendering jobs in Gosport, either on its own or over insulation.
- Free survey in PO12 and nearby
- Guide price from £66 per m² + scaffold, inc VAT
- Fixed written price before work starts
Free survey in Gosport
Postcode, service and a phone number is all we need.
What's included
- Can also go straight onto prepared masonry
- Vapour-open, so walls can still breathe
- Water-repellent surface that dries quickly after rain
- Used as the finish on most EWI systems
Gosport: walls, weather and approvals
Surveys in Gosport also cover the surrounding PO12 district and towns such as Portsmouth and Fareham. Gosport is about 14 miles from Southampton. Homes across the South East range from inter-war semis and post-war estates, which are mostly cavity-walled, to older solid-walled cottages and Victorian town terraces.
Exposure to wind-driven rain varies across Hampshire: sheltered town streets fare better than walls on high ground or facing the prevailing weather, and the render, beads and cill details are chosen with that in mind.
On tree-shaded or north-facing walls in Gosport, silicone's water repellence helps it stay cleaner for longer.
- Postcode district
- PO12
- County or area
- Hampshire
- Nation
- England
- Nearby
- Portsmouth, Fareham, Ryde, Waterlooville
Approvals in England
Planning in Gosport follows England's national rules: similar-looking finishes on houses are usually permitted, while flats, commercial premises, conservation areas and streets under an Article 4 direction need an application.
If the work covers more than half of a wall, or a quarter of the building's whole envelope, it counts as renovating a thermal element, with a target of about 0.30 W/m²K where feasible.
Is silicone render maintenance-free?
Not quite. It stays cleaner than most renders because water runs off and dries quickly, but north-facing or tree-shaded walls can still gather algae. A gentle biocide wash every few years keeps it looking new. Pressure washing is avoided because it can damage the surface.
Silicone render prices in Gosport
| Item | Guide price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Silicone render on masonry (with base coat + mesh) | £66–£102 per m²inc VAT | Excluding scaffold |
| Front and side of a semi (≈60 m²) | £3,960–£6,120inc VAT | Plus scaffold |
| As the finish on EWI | Included in EWI rates |
Confirmed by a fixed written quote after survey. Prices include VAT at 20%.
How it works
Enquiry
Send your postcode and a few details.
Measured survey
Walls, damp, eaves, cills and services recorded.
Written price
A fixed price with the specification attached.
Work and handover
Installed, inspected and documents handed over.
Silicone render in Gosport: questions
Does silicone render crack?
The mesh-reinforced base coat and the render's flexibility make cracking much less likely than with sand and cement, but structural movement in the wall can still show through.
How long does silicone render take to dry?
It's touch-dry within hours but needs dry weather above about 5°C for the first day or two to cure properly.
Can I paint silicone render later?
Yes, with a compatible silicone paint, though through-coloured render rarely needs it.
Do you cover Gosport?
Yes — we survey and quote silicone render in Gosport (PO12) and nearby Portsmouth, Fareham and Ryde, with a fixed written price before any work starts.