Edinburgh · Scotland
Fire-rated sealant in Burdiehouse, Edinburgh
Fire-stopping gaps in Burdiehouse need attention? We cut out the old, prepare the joints and apply the right sealant, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
- Open holes round services passing through fire walls
- Fire seals that have cracked with movement
- Gaps filled with a product that is not fire-rated
For landlords and businesses
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
From a single let to a portfolio, you get the same standard of work: the old material taken out, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee.
Fire rated sealant in Burdiehouse, done properly
We often work from an action list drawn up by a fire risk assessor. If you share the list, we can quote for the gaps that need fire-rated sealant. We work on linear gaps, pipe & cable gaps and service penetrations, and people most often call us about joints picked up in a fire-stopping survey and open holes round services passing through fire walls.
Scotland has its own building regulations, with their own technical handbooks. In Burdiehouse, as anywhere, fire-rated sealant goes in to the product’s tested details and washroom sealant is chosen to cope with heavy use.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months.
- Place
- Burdiehouse (EH17, EH16, EH20)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Also in Burdiehouse
What affects the quote in Burdiehouse
Every job gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- The amount of work
- Access and height
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Mould in or behind the old joints
What you pay reflects the work, not a rough estimate. That is why we ask a few questions first.
Asking for a quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. When you get in contact, it helps to mention:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- The type of property
- The problem you’ve noticed
- A few pictures by email, if you can
Asking for a quote is easy: let us know the job and the location and its rough size. A few photos by email make the job easier to understand.
Different surfaces, different methods
Flats and HMOs
Converted houses often have gaps around old and new services. The gaps on your list are sealed with a fire-rated product.
Plasterboard walls
We check that the board around the gap is sound. Loose material is removed so the sealant has a firm edge.
What we do, step by step
Once we are on site, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If we find something unexpected, we talk it through with you first. After that, the work takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on how many gaps there are. In a city area like Burdiehouse, parking may be by permit or pay-and-display, so tell us what’s nearby. For flats, mention the door entry system and any shared-stair arrangements.
- Access to each area is agreed so the work can run in order.
- Old, damaged or unsuitable sealant is removed.
- Gaps are cleaned of dust and loose material.
- We apply and tool the sealant to the product’s tested detail.
- Locations and products are written up and any gaps unsuitable for sealant are flagged.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
Get a quote
We quote each job on its own, so the first step is telling us about yours. Simply email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job, and photos are welcome.
Advice
What fire rated sealant looks like in Burdiehouse
Scotland has its own building regulations, the Building (Scotland) Regulations, with technical handbooks. Fire-rated sealant is installed to the manufacturer’s tested details; we do not certify buildings or carry out fire risk assessments.
If you look after a building such as Gracemount High School, service openings in fire-resisting walls need checking after any refurbishment.
Burdiehouse is about 4 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. From the centre of Burdiehouse to the outskirts, fire rated sealant is available for homes and businesses alike. We cover 175 towns and villages across Edinburgh, from the larger towns to small villages.
Jobs for fire rated sealant in EH17, EH16 and EH20 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Tor Lane, Shale Road and Mansion Lane, and we cover them all. Other places close to Burdiehouse include Loanhead (1 mile south), Old Pentland (1 mile south-west), Hillend (2 miles south-west), Lasswade (2 miles south-east) and Bilston (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Edinburgh (4 miles north-west), Leith (6 miles north), Bonnington (5 miles north), Greenside (4 miles north), Broughton (4 miles north) and Bellevue (5 miles north).
Local landmarks in Burdiehouse
Around Burdiehouse, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Drum Park and Liberton Parish Church, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Shawfair station, about 3 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Liberton Hospital (0.8 miles north) and Craigmillar Castle (2.1 miles north). For a walk, there’s Blackford Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
How to look after the new joints
How long the joints last depends on use and care. Here’s what we suggest:
- Keep photos of seals that will be hidden
- Keep general-purpose foam and caulk away from fire-stopping gaps
- Ask which product was used before you paint
- Include hidden areas like risers in routine checks
Don’t drill through or remove a fire seal without putting it back properly. New services through a sealed wall should include fire stopping in the plan.
A flagged gap shouldn’t wait for the next assessment. Get it sealed and recorded so you can show it was dealt with.
What we are called out for in Burdiehouse
If the sealant is too shallow, has the wrong backing or sits on a dusty surface, it is not installed as tested. Rushed fire stopping is common.
Look out for these signs:
- Damaged fire sealant left by other trades
- Unsealed gaps where pipes and cables go through a wall
- Sealant items on a fire risk assessment action list
- New service routes left unsealed after building work
Letting a property close to Shawfair station? Then new cables or pipes through a fire-resisting wall leave a gap that needs the right sealant.
What to look for in a quote
- Is VAT in the price?
- Whether they’re fully insured
- Whether they seal over old material or remove it
- What preparation is included
Honest limits
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what new sealant will not do:
- Sign-off of the building, which sits with building control or your assessor
- Openings too large for sealant, which need batts, boards or another system
- Deciding what fire stopping a building needs
If in doubt, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will say what we think.
Where we work in Burdiehouse
- Linear gaps
- Service penetrations
- Plasterboard & masonry
- Flats & HMOs
- Door frames
- Pipe & cable gaps
Burdiehouse questions
Can you do fire rated sealant in Burdiehouse?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Burdiehouse is part of that. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Shawfair station?
Yes, we work for landlords and letting agents. You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and a few details, and we will give you a fixed price before we start.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes, always, and completely. New silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so the joint is cleaned back first.
How long does fire rated sealant take?
Typically it takes from a few hours to a few days, depending on the number of gaps and the access. Bigger jobs take longer.
Should I try DIY first?
Some simple jobs can be done by a careful DIYer. The usual mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using too much.
Do you do fire sealant around door frames?
Yes. We often seal open gaps hidden behind the architrave. Doors, seals and closers need a door specialist.
Do the sealants smell?
Some sealants have a smell while they cure, which fades as it sets. Ventilation helps.
What does intumescent mean?
An intumescent sealant expands when it gets hot. Intumescent sealants are one kind of fire-rated sealant; which product suits depends on the gap, the substrate and the service.