West Lothian · Scotland
Fire-rated sealant in Addiewell, West Lothian
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- Gaps around pipes and cables through fire-resisting walls
- Door frames with gaps between frame and wall
- Gaps flagged on a fire risk assessment
What we cannot put right
In fairness, there are a few things sealant won’t fix:
- Problems with the door itself rather than the gap around the frame
- Big openings where sealant alone is not the tested solution
- Sign-off of the building, which sits with building control or your assessor
Not sure which it is? You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Where we work in Addiewell
- Linear gaps
- Service penetrations
- Door frames
- Pipe & cable gaps
- Plasterboard & masonry
- Flats & HMOs
How we handle fire rated sealant in Addiewell
Intumescent sealant looks much like any other sealant until it gets hot; then it swells to help close the gap. The right product depends on the gap size, the substrate and what passes through, so we follow the tested detail for each one. Common call-outs are for gaps filled with a product that isn’t fire-rated and open gaps behind door architraves, on flats & HMOs, pipe & cable gaps and door frames.
If you look after holiday lets, a guest house or a community building in or near Addiewell, washroom and kitchen sealant and any fire-rated joints need the same attention as anywhere.
A 12-month guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Where
- Addiewell (EH55)
- Region
- West Lothian
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
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Fire rated sealant around Addiewell
Scotland has its own building regulations, the Building (Scotland) Regulations, with technical handbooks. We install fire-rated sealant to the product’s tested details; we don’t certify buildings or carry out fire risk assessments.
Rented homes near Addiewell station change hands often, and any gap left by new services in shared walls should be closed with a fire-rated product.
Addiewell is about 4 miles south of Bathgate, in West Lothian. We carry out fire rated sealant for homes and businesses in Addiewell and the surrounding area, as part of our work across West Lothian. Our area takes in 58 places across West Lothian, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Edinburgh page covers work nearby (17 miles or so).
Postcode districts we cover here for fire rated sealant: EH55. Streets in the area include Station Road, Station Court and Blackburn Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Addiewell include Addiebrownhill (1 mile south-west), Loganlea (1 mile south-west), Stoneyburn (1 mile west), Bents (1 mile west) and Blackburn (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Livingston (5 miles north-east), Bathgate (4 miles north), Linlithgow (9 miles north), Whitburn (3 miles west), East Calder (7 miles north-east) and Broxburn (8 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Addiewell
There’s a railway station in Addiewell itself: Addiewell station. A little further out are Tippethill House Hospital (3.7 miles north-west) and Whitburn Community Museum (3.2 miles north-west). Not far away are Dechmont Law.
What the job involves on each surface
Linear gaps
A linear joint may need to allow for movement as well as fire. The product and depth are chosen to suit both.
Service penetrations
Pipes, cables and ducts passing through fire-resisting walls and floors each leave a gap. The sealant is chosen for what passes through and how wide the gap is.
Signs you need fire rated sealant in Addiewell
Buildings are refitted and reconfigured over the years. A house turned into flats or an HMO, or an office split into smaller units, brings new walls, new service routes and new gaps.
The most common problems we see are:
- Holes left by a change of layout
- Sealant items on a fire risk assessment action list
- Unsealed gaps where pipes and cables go through a wall
- Standard silicone or caulk in a fire-stopping gap
In and around Addiewell, as anywhere, good fire rated sealant starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Questions to ask before booking
- When the joint can take water or movement
- How long the guarantee is
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- Whether you can choose the colour
How to look after the new joints
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Ask every contractor to reseal any fire stopping they disturb
- Include hidden areas like risers in routine checks
- Report cracked or damaged seals as soon as you notice them
- Photograph sealed gaps before they’re covered up
Any fire seal that’s cut or drilled needs resealing to its tested detail. If you need new services through a sealed wall, plan the fire stopping as part of the job.
Small gaps around services are simple to deal with while there are only a few. Leave them and each new job adds another hole.
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
A neglected joint can let water reach the structure, which is a bigger problem in a rented property. Resealing at the right time is simple maintenance that we can handle for you.
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements and we’ll quote.
Quotes for fire rated sealant in Addiewell
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- Any mould that needs treating
- When we can work, for business premises
- How easy the joints are to reach
- How many areas need sealing
Combining jobs into one visit normally makes better use of the time than several visits, so tell us about everything that needs sealing. You’ll get one clear quote for the whole job.
What to tell us for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote. When you get in contact, it helps to mention:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Whether it has been sealed before
- The address or postcode of the job
- Photos by email, if that is easy
We don’t publish a price list, as no two jobs are quite the same. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To arrange one, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Common questions in Addiewell
How do Scotland’s building regulations apply to fire-rated sealant in Addiewell?
Scotland has its own building regulations, the Building (Scotland) Regulations, with their own technical handbooks. Whatever the rules, fire-rated sealant has to be installed to the manufacturer’s tested details, and that’s how we fit it. We do not certify buildings or carry out fire risk assessments, so your fire risk assessor or building control will advise on what’s needed.
Is Addiewell within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can tenants book the work?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Can you give us a record of the work?
Yes. When the job is done, we give you the locations and products. If you need photos or a set layout, ask when you get a quote.
Can I do it myself?
You can, for simple jobs. Preparation is everything: all the old sealant out, and a clean, dry joint. We can always put it right if it fails.
Do you carry out fire risk assessments?
No. We follow the requirements from your assessor, designer or building control.
What sealant do you use?
We choose the sealant for the joint, not the other way round. Movement, water and weather all affect the choice, and we will tell you what we’re using.
What does fire rated sealant cost?
There’s no set price, as it depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. We agree the price before any work begins.
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by going over the job with you. Surfaces next to the work are protected before any work begins. The work generally takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on how many gaps there are. Somewhere like Addiewell may be a longer drive, and the journey is planned ahead. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- Access to each area is agreed so the work can run in order.
- Old, damaged or unsuitable sealant is removed.
- Dust and loose debris are cleaned from each gap.
- The fire-rated or intumescent sealant is applied and tooled to the tested detail.
- We record what was done and flag anything that needs a different system.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Move anything stored near the joints
Getting a quote
To get a quote, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with the location and a short description of the problem. We will give you a clear quote before any work starts.