Edinburgh · Scotland
Glazing Silicone in Balerno
We cover Balerno for glazing silicone for conservatories, rooflights, glass panels and shower screens. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Water getting into a conservatory at the joints
- Stained, discoloured glazing silicone
- Rooflight joints letting water in
How to look after the new joints
Aftercare is simple:
- Squeegee the shower screen after each use
- Do not leave a drip for the next storm
- Use a gentle glass cleaner and a soft cloth
- Clear the conservatory gutters regularly
Keep the new joints dry for as long as we advise so the silicone can set properly. After that, clean glass with a mild cleaner.
Cracked glazing silicone means the joint has failed. Resealing now is a small job, compared with repairing damaged frames or plaster.
Glazing silicone in Balerno
Glazing silicone that has yellowed, blackened or come away looks poor and can leak. It comes off cleanly, without marking the glass and reseal the joint. We work on glass-to-frame joints, rooflights and glass-to-glass joints, and common reasons people get in touch are leaking glazing joints on a rooflight and black or yellowed silicone on glass joints.
Many older Scottish homes still have timber windows set into stone walls. The sealant has to suit the stone, which rules out acetoxy silicones that can mark or attack it.
Each job carries a 12-month guarantee, whatever its size.
- Where
- Balerno (EH14)
- Wider area
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear price before work begins
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What sealant work can’t fix
It helps to know what we can’t do:
- Structural problems with a conservatory roof
- Misting between the panes of a double-glazed unit (a failed unit for a glazier)
- A frame that needs repairing or replacing
If in doubt, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll say what we think.
Where we work in Balerno
- Rooflights
- Glass-to-glass joints
- Conservatory frames
- Glass-to-frame joints
- Glass balustrade bases
- Shower screens
Windows and doors in Balerno
The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Georgian New Town is known for its sash windows. If a home is listed or in a conservation area, it’s worth checking with the council before changing the look of windows or walls. Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic.
Schools such as Balerno Community High School are buildings too, and the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s. If you live in an older home near St Mungo's Episcopal Church, frames set in older brick or stone need a sealant that suits the wall as well as the frame.
Balerno is about 6 miles north-west of Penicuik, in Edinburgh. Every kind of property in Balerno is covered for glazing silicone. Every job comes with our 12-month guarantee. We cover 175 towns and villages across Edinburgh, large and small. For nearby work, see our Edinburgh page.
We work across EH14 for glazing silicone and the streets around it. Local streets include Bridge Road, Main Street and Bavelaw Road, and we cover them all. We also cover Curriehill (1 mile north-east), Glenbrook (1 mile west), Currie (1 mile north-east), Warriston (1 mile north) and Riccarton (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (6 miles north-east), Leith (9 miles north-east), Bonnington (9 miles north-east), Greenside (8 miles north-east), Broughton (8 miles north-east) and Bellevue (8 miles north-east).
What’s near Balerno
We work in homes and buildings around Public House and Malleny Park, among other places. The closest station to Balerno is Curriehill station, roughly 1.3 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Linburn Centre (2.9 miles west) and The Gyle Shopping Centre (3.8 miles north). Open spaces near Balerno include Warklaw Hill.
Can I do it myself?
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is matched to the joint and its conditions.
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A thick, smeared bead looks untidy and does not move well, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.
What happens on the day
All our tools and materials come with us in the van, so you don’t need to buy or prepare anything. After a quick look at the joints together, the area is protected and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours for most jobs. For a place like Balerno, longer drives are planned in advance. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- First we agree the joints to be done.
- We cut away the failed silicone.
- We clean and prepare the joint.
- We apply and tool the new silicone.
- The joints are checked before we leave.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
Get a quote
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is, and we will explain how we’d tackle it. Whenever you are ready, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Related advice
Balerno questions
Is Balerno within the area you cover?
Yes. Balerno is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work across all of Scotland. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can you do glazing silicone in Balerno?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Balerno is part of that. You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing, and we will give you a clear price.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. We’ve worked for hotels, offices and other businesses, and we are fully insured.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Yes. Several rooms, windows or areas can go on one quote.
Will it make a mess?
No. The area is protected while we work and cleaned up afterwards.
Do you offer different sealant colours?
Most of the time, yes. We’ll explain which colours are available.
How much does glazing silicone cost in Balerno?
We don’t publish prices, because the cost depends on the job: how much there is, what’s there now, how we reach it and what it needs. We agree the price before any work begins.
Do I need to be at home?
For indoor joints, yes, someone needs to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Signs you need glazing silicone in Balerno
Using a sealant not made for glass causes many failures. Not every silicone sticks properly to glass, and acetoxy types can attack some frame materials.
It’s worth asking for a quote if you see:
- Failed joints on frameless glass
- Water running down inside the glass
- Failed sealant around rooflight glass
- Mouldy sealant around glass panels
For landlords with property near Curriehill station, glazing joints are worth checking at the end of a tenancy, before a small leak grows.
What your quote should include
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- The length of the guarantee
- How the colour is chosen
Places near Balerno
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Surface by surface
Glass-to-glass joints
Silicone joins glass panels in many frameless designs. We renew it with a clear or matching glazing silicone.
Rooflights
Rooflights get the full force of the weather. The sealant around the glass and frame wears faster than most.
Why act early in Balerno
A leaking joint will not fix itself. Water can damage frames, walls, flooring and furniture so early action saves a bigger repair. In an older home around Balerno, damp from a failed joint can get into timber and plaster.
Leaving a failed joint usually makes the job bigger, not smaller, because water and mould keep working on it. If you are not sure whether it needs doing, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
Why Balerno clients choose us
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- Arbo and Everbuild products
- White, clear, grey or coloured to suit, where the product allows
- Full insurance on every job
Read our cost guide and what customers say.