External Mastic in Scottish Borders

Our external mastic service in the Scottish Borders

A movement joint is only as good as its depth. Backing rod controls how deep the sealant goes and keeps it off the back of the joint, leaving it bonded to two faces so it can move with the wall. We work on render & cladding joints, copings & trims and façade panels, and people most often call us about hard, crazed mastic that has stopped moving and sealant pulling away from one side of the joint.

Good joint work is mostly preparation, so that’s where we spend the time. Joints are cleaned back and dried before anything new goes in. In total, it usually takes a few hours to a few days, depending on the length of joint and the access.

1. We start by checking each joint, agreeing the ones to redo and how we will reach them.
2. The old mastic and anything lodged in the joint is removed.
3. The joint faces are cleaned and primed where the sealant needs it.
4. Backing rod goes in next, setting the depth and keeping the sealant off the back of the joint.
5. We gun in a flexible exterior sealant in a colour that suits the wall and tool it neatly.

Pricing in the Scottish Borders

Rather than a set price list, we look at what your job involves: the amount of work, the old material and the access. The price is agreed before we begin.

Why choose Mr Mastic

• We leave the area clean and tidy
• Full insurance on every job
• Anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas
• Domestic, commercial and hotel work

Get a quote

It all starts with a short chat. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is. Whenever you are ready, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.

Around Galashiels

In Galashiels, that means homes and buildings near Galashiels, Public House and Galashiels Academy. Galashiels has its own railway station: Galashiels station. Nearby you will also find Borders General Hospital (2.7 miles south-east) and Castle Holydean (4.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Eildon Mid Hill.

Keeping the joints in good condition

Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. We suggest:

• Make sure movement joints are not pointed over
• Act on the first splits you see
• Keep high-pressure jets off the joints
• Show decorators and builders where the movement joints are

Keep the joints clear of soil, plants and climbing growth. Anything that holds water against the joint wears it out sooner.

Leaks behind façade panels and render often go unseen. When it finally shows inside, the joint may have been open for years so early resealing is worth it.

Quotes for external mastic in the Scottish Borders

There’s no set price list. What we look at:

• Any mould that needs treating
• Whether the work is at height
• Working hours on commercial sites
• The product the joint needs

The cost depends on the size of the job, how hard the old material is to remove and access to the work. We give a clear quote before work begins, so you know where you stand.

What we need to know

When you call or email, it’s useful to know:

• A few photos by email, if you can
• Where the job is, and your postcode
• Any access issues, like height or stairs
• Any previous sealing or DIY work

We don’t publish a price list, because every job is different. Instead, we give you a clear price for your job. To arrange one, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.