Scottish Borders · Scotland
Fire-rated sealant in Greenlaw, Scottish Borders
Problem with your fire-stopping gaps in Greenlaw? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
- Fire stopping disturbed by later work
- Open gaps behind door architraves
- Joints picked up in a fire-stopping survey
About our fire rated sealant in Greenlaw
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. Common call-outs are for ordinary sealant used where a fire-rated product was needed and gaps around pipes and cables through fire-resisting walls, on linear gaps, pipe & cable gaps and service penetrations.
For a place like Greenlaw, the journey and timings are planned in advance, so it can be fitted around bookings or opening times where possible.
We stand behind the work with a 12-month guarantee, so you’re covered after we’ve gone.
- Location
- Greenlaw (TD10)
- Wider area
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Different surfaces, different methods
Linear gaps
Gaps along the top of partitions are easy to miss above a ceiling. We work along the whole run leaving no stretch unsealed.
Masonry and concrete
Masonry is dusty and porous, so preparation matters. We brush and vacuum the gap and use backing where the detail needs it.
Also near Greenlaw
Also in Greenlaw
Your questions about fire rated sealant in Greenlaw
Are the rules for fire-rated sealant different in Scotland?
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 is 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.
Will you come out to Greenlaw?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work across all of Scotland. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Where are you based?
Our base is in Crawley, and we cover South East England, London and all of Scotland.
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 choose the sealant colour?
Most of the time, yes. We’ll explain which colours are available.
Will you assess my building’s fire safety?
No. We follow the requirements from your assessor, designer or building control and install to the manufacturer’s details.
How long does the job take?
Most jobs take anything from a few hours to several days, depending on how many gaps there are, including the preparation. We will confirm how long when we quote.
Will there be a smell?
It depends on the product. Some smell for a while, some hardly at all.
Looking after it afterwards
Good habits help new joints last longer. Our tips:
- Ask every contractor to reseal any fire stopping they disturb
- Get damaged fire seals looked at promptly
- File the fire-stopping record where your assessor can find it
- Check whether a sealant can be painted before decorating over it
Avoid covering a sealed gap with anything that is not part of the tested detail. Repairs should use a matching fire-rated product. We can tell you which product we used.
An open gap is not only a fire issue: noise, draughts and even pests can come through too. Dealing with them early helps with all of these.
Landlord and commercial work in Greenlaw
A neglected joint can let water reach the structure, which matters even more when someone else lives there. Resealing at the right time is simple maintenance that we can handle for you.
We also work for property managers and facilities teams in Greenlaw and across the Scottish Borders. We can quote a run of properties together, and we are fully insured for the work.
Quotes for fire rated sealant in Greenlaw
We do not publish a price list, because no two jobs are the same. What we look at:
- How easy the joints are to reach
- The type of sealant required
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- The number and length of the joints
The cost depends on the size of the job, how hard the old material is to remove and how easy the joints are to reach. We give a clear quote before any work starts, so you know where you stand.
Helping us quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Please mention:
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
- Where the property is
Call for a quick quote, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we will explain what’s involved before giving you a price.
How the visit works
All our tools and materials come with us in the van. Once we’ve agreed what’s being done, the area is protected and the work begins. Most jobs take from a few hours to a few days, depending on the number of gaps and the access. Outdoor work around Greenlaw depends on the weather, as sealant needs a dry surface, so external jobs may need to move if the day turns wet. Work indoors isn’t affected.
- First we work through your list or survey, measuring each gap and checking what it’s formed in.
- Anything that is not fit for the job comes out, and the gap is cleaned.
- We put in whatever backing or fill the product detail specifies.
- The sealant goes in to the depth its detail sets, then it’s tooled off.
- Locations and products are noted so you have them on file.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
How to get a quote
Every job is quoted individually, so start by telling us what you need. Just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details and send pictures if you have them.
Advice
When it is not the sealant
In fairness, some problems need a different trade:
- Openings too large for sealant, which need batts, boards or another system
- Fire risk assessments, which need a qualified assessor
- Fire doors that need new seals, closers or hardware
If you are not sure, just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you a straight answer.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Door frames
- Pipe & cable gaps
- Plasterboard & masonry
- Linear gaps
- Service penetrations
- Flats & HMOs
What we’re called out for in Greenlaw
Lots of unsealed gaps appear long after the building was completed. Electricians, plumbers and data installers drill through walls and ceilings and the hole they leave does not always get resealed.
If you can see any of these, it’s time to have the joints looked at:
- Sealant items on a fire risk assessment action list
- Open holes round services passing through fire walls
- Linear gaps at the head of walls
- Seals cut through by electricians, plumbers or data installers
In and around Greenlaw, as anywhere, good fire rated sealant starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Before booking anyone
- What the cure time is
- What happens if the job turns out different
- What preparation is included
- Whether VAT is included
Commercial buildings in Greenlaw
Scotland has its own building regulations, the Building (Scotland) Regulations, with technical handbooks. We install fire-rated sealant to the product’s tested details, though we do not certify buildings or do fire risk assessments.
If you look after a church, hall or community building such as Greenlaw Parish Church, service openings in its walls need the right fire-rated sealant, as in any building.
Greenlaw is about 15 miles north-east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. Whether you are in the middle of Greenlaw or further out, fire rated sealant is available for homes and businesses alike, from flats and houses to offices and hotels. Our area takes in 89 places across the Scottish Borders. There’s also a page for Edinburgh, about 33 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here for fire rated sealant: TD10. If you need fire rated sealant at a property on The Square, East High Street and West High Street or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. We also cover Eccles (4 miles south-east), Gordon (4 miles south-west), Stichill (5 miles south), Gavinton (5 miles north-east) and Westruther (5 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Galashiels (15 miles south-west), Kelso (7 miles south), Duns (7 miles north-east), Melrose (13 miles south-west), Earlston (10 miles south-west) and Lauder (11 miles west).
Local landmarks in Greenlaw
Around Greenlaw, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Cross Keys pub, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Hume Castle (2.9 miles south). Open spaces near Greenlaw include Hule Moss.