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External & façade joints in An t-Àth Leathann, Highland
Sealing brickwork movement joints, render, cladding and façade joints for householders, landlords and businesses in An t-Àth Leathann. ARBOMaster approved applicators, fully insured, with a one-year guarantee.
- Rigid filler in a joint that should flex
- Brick movement joints where the sealant has split
- Plants rooting in failed movement joints
For landlords and businesses
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Tell us the address, the job and how access works and we will give you a quote.
We work for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. Resealing between tenancies is a simple way to keep a property in good order before the next move-in.
External mastic for homes and businesses in An t-Àth Leathann
Short cuts in external joints show up within a season or two. New sealant over old, joints packed with mortar and beads with no backing all tend to fail early. We strip the joint back and start again. If you are dealing with sealant that has lost its bond to the brick or render and weeds or debris growing in open joints, we can help, whatever the surface.
Outside joints can only be sealed when they’re dry, so work in An t-Àth Leathann depends on the weather, and longer journeys are planned in advance. Let us know about access to every wall and roofline.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same 12-month guarantee.
- Location
- An t-Àth Leathann (IV49)
- Region
- Highland
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Leave it or put it right?
Pointing a movement joint with mortar might seem a neat fix, but it locks the joint solid. The movement then cracks the brickwork or render nearby. The correct repair is a flexible sealant with the right backing. Around An t-Àth Leathann, water from a failed joint in an older stone home can soak into timber and plaster, which is a far bigger job than the sealant.
Leaving a failed joint generally makes the job bigger, not smaller. If you are unsure, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you an honest view and a quote.
Why choose Mr Mastic in An t-Àth Leathann
- We never seal over old sealant
- Arbo and Everbuild products
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- White, clear, grey or coloured to suit, where the product allows
How the visit works
Before we leave, we go over the finished joints with you. The work normally takes a few hours for a handful of joints, longer for a whole elevation, depending on how much there is to do. For a place like An t-Àth Leathann, longer drives are planned in advance. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- We inspect the joints and agree which need resealing and how they’ll be reached.
- The old mastic and anything lodged in the joint is removed.
- We clean both faces of the joint and prime them where the product calls for it.
- We push in closed-cell backing rod so the sealant is the right depth and bonds to the sides only.
- We gun in a flexible exterior sealant in a colour that suits the wall and tool it neatly.
Before we arrive
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- Mention any tricky access
Ask for a quote
We quote each job on its own, so the first step is telling us about yours. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details, and photos are welcome.
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What the job involves on each surface
Cladding and façade panels
Cladding and façade panels are generally separated by sealed joints. Each joint gets a sealant that suits the panel and its movement.
Concrete and blockwork
Big joints in concrete need careful depth control. We size the backing rod to the gap.
What we’re called out for in An t-Àth Leathann
The wrong product in a moving joint is a classic cause. A high-modulus or general-purpose sealant can be too rigid for a busy joint, so it pulls away from the edges.
Common reasons people contact us are:
- Plants rooting in failed movement joints
- Brick movement joints where the sealant has split
- Leaking joints around cladding and façade panels
- Movement joints filled with mortar instead of sealant
For an older house near a landmark such as Broadford Parish Church, the joints between older walls, newer extensions and the roofline need a sealant that can move.
What to look for in a quote
- How the joint is cleaned and prepared
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- Who turns up on the day
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
DIY sealant or a professional job?
The biggest DIY mistake is sealing over old sealant. New silicone will not bond to old, so it peels away and traps moisture behind it. Everything old must be removed first.
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.
Other services in An t-Àth Leathann
An t-Àth Leathann buildings and the weather
An t-Àth Leathann 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 movement joints and outside wall joints, which can dry out and crack sooner where a building faces the weather. An t-Àth Leathann is in the west of Scotland, which is wetter than the east, which means movement joints and outside wall joints has to cope with a lot of rain.
In and around An t-Àth Leathann, as anywhere, good external mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
An t-Àth Leathann (Gaelic: Broadford) is in Highland. Wherever you are in the IV49 postcode area, we can carry out external mastic at your property. An t-Àth Leathann is one of 253 towns and villages in Highland where we work.
Here we cover the IV49 postcode area for external mastic. External mastic is available to properties on Ionad Bhoraraig, Suisnish Place and MacLennan Place and the roads around them. If you are just outside An t-Àth Leathann, we cover Blackpark (1 mile south-east), Corry (1 mile north), Harrapul (1 mile east), Kyleakin (7 miles east) and Kyle of Lochalsh (8 miles east). For island and remote addresses, the job takes a little more planning, so let us know when you get in touch.
Local landmarks in An t-Àth Leathann
A little further out are Mackinnon Memorial Hospital (0.5 miles north). Not far away are Bheinn Shuardail and Loch Buidhe.
Your questions about external mastic in An t-Àth Leathann
Does living near the coast affect external mastic in An t-Àth Leathann?
Coastal homes put outside sealant through more weather than inland ones, so the choice of sealant and the preparation matter even more. Walls facing the sea are usually the first to need attention.
Is An t-Àth Leathann in your area for external mastic?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and An t-Àth Leathann is part of that. You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing.
Can landlords and businesses book you?
Yes, we do. Domestic, commercial and hotel work are all part of what we do.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes: twelve months. If anything is not right with the work within the year, let us know and we will sort it.
Should I try DIY first?
Sometimes. The key is preparation: remove all the old material and work on a clean, dry joint. We can always put it right if it fails.
How long does external mastic take?
A typical job takes a few hours to a few days, depending on the length of joint and the access, including preparation and clearing up. Your quote will say how long we expect yours to take.
What sealant do you use?
Quality sealants from brands including Arbo and Everbuild, picked for each joint. We explain the product when we quote.
What is backing rod for?
Backing rod goes into deeper joints as a matter of course. It sets the sealant depth and prevents three-sided bonding so the bead can stretch.
What affects the quote in An t-Àth Leathann
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- How many areas need sealing
- Working hours on commercial sites
The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That is why we ask about the job first and send you a clear quote before any work starts.
What to tell us for a quote
What to tell us when you ask for a quote:
- The problem you’ve noticed
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Where the property is
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
Getting a quote is simple: let us know the job and the location, and roughly how big it is. Photos by email help us understand the job, and we will come back to you with a quote.