Edinburgh · Scotland
Glazing & conservatory sealant in Gilmerton, Edinburgh
Glazing silicone across Gilmerton and nearby, with old sealant always removed completely and a one-year guarantee.
- Leaks where conservatory glass meets the frame
- Water tracking down the inner face of the glass
- Glass-to-glass joints that have split
Different surfaces, different methods
Glass-to-frame joints
The sealant must stick to glass and frame alike. We use a glazing silicone suited to each.
Shower screens
Silicone holds the water in on frameless screens. We reseal without scratching the glass.
Glazing silicone for homes and businesses in Gilmerton
We do not replace glass and a misted double-glazed unit needs a glazier. Our work is the sealant joints, which is where many leaks start. We work on shower screens, rooflights and glass balustrade bases, and people most often call us about water escaping where a screen meets the wall and mouldy sealant around glass panels.
Tenement flats in Scotland’s cities often have windows high above the street, so the mastic outside can go unchecked for years. For a flat in Gilmerton, access is the first thing to plan.
All our work is covered by our 12-month guarantee, wherever you are in Edinburgh.
- Where
- Gilmerton (EH17, EH16)
- Wider area
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Gilmerton: your questions answered
Can you do glazing silicone in Gilmerton?
Yes, Gilmerton is within the area we cover. We work across all of Scotland. You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing.
Do you work for landlords with property near Shawfair station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and a few details, and we’ll give you a fixed price before work begins.
Are you fully insured?
Yes, we are fully insured for every job we do.
Is it worth trying it myself?
You can, for simple jobs. The key is preparation: remove all the old material and work on a clean, dry joint. If it does not work out, we can redo it.
Do you hold any approvals?
Yes. We hold ARBOMaster approved applicator status and we are fully insured too.
Which silicone is used for glass joints?
Glass needs a sealant made for glazing. Ours is a neutral-cure glazing silicone and anti-fungal silicone in wet areas.
Will it make a mess?
We keep the work tidy. Nearby surfaces are protected, and the area is left clean when we finish.
What do you need from me for a quote?
Only a few details: where it is, what you’ve noticed and how we reach it. After that, simply send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Signs you need glazing silicone in Gilmerton
The wrong sealant is a common cause. Some products do not bond well to glass and vinegar-smelling acetoxy silicone can attack some metals.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- Stained, discoloured glazing silicone
- Water running down inside the glass
- Glazing silicone that has cracked or come away
- Rooflight joints letting water in
Historic houses such as Melville Castle, about 1.4 miles south-east, show how far back building around Gilmerton goes, and older homes nearby need a sealant that suits their walls.
Comparing quotes
- Whether you can choose the colour
- Are they insured?
- How long to leave it before use
- What happens if the job turns out different
Landlord and commercial work in Gilmerton
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy, and it’s easy to sort out between tenants. Several properties can go on one quote.
Letting agents and landlords in Gilmerton can book us as well as householders. Sealant work between tenants keeps a property looking cared for before the next move-in.
Quotes for glazing silicone in Gilmerton
The quote reflects the job in front of us. We look at:
- Any mould that needs treating
- How much there is to do
- When we can work, for business premises
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting. If you are unsure, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
Asking for a quote
What to tell us when you ask for a quote:
- The address or postcode of the job
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
For glazing silicone in Gilmerton, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and we’ll agree the price before any work begins.
Windows and doors in Gilmerton
Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with sash windows throughout the Georgian New Town. 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. Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and failed outside joints work against that.
If you let a flat or house near Shawfair station, glazing joints are worth checking at the end of a tenancy, before a small leak grows. Schools such as Gracemount High School are buildings too, and larger buildings have plenty of frames, and the mastic around each one ages.
Gilmerton is about 4 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Our applicators cover glazing silicone for homes and businesses in Gilmerton and the surrounding area. Across Edinburgh, we cover 175 places, and Gilmerton is one of them.
Every address in EH17 and EH16 is covered for glazing silicone. If you need glazing silicone at a property on Drum Avenue, Brosie Road and Hyvot Avenue or anywhere close by, we can help. You will find Gilmerton on the A772, which makes it straightforward to reach. Close by, we work in Ferniehill (1 mile north), Fernieside (1 mile north), Moredun (1 mile north), Craigour (1 mile north) and Ellen's Glen (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (4 miles north-west), Leith (5 miles north), Bonnington (5 miles north), Greenside (4 miles north-west), Broughton (4 miles north-west) and Bellevue (5 miles north-west).
Around Gilmerton
In Gilmerton, that means homes and buildings near Drum Park. Gilmerton’s nearest station is Shawfair station, roughly 1.8 miles north-east. A little further out are Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (2 miles north-west) and Craigmillar Castle (1.5 miles north). For a walk, there’s The New Leaf Co-op and Duddingston Loch.
Looking after it afterwards
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. Our tips:
- Get a new leak looked at quickly
- Avoid scraping close to the bead
- Stick to mild cleaners on glass
- Open vents or windows to let moisture out
Gentle products are best near the sealant. Strong solvents can soften or mark it.
Conservatory leaks rarely stay small. Water runs along frames and down walls, so get it looked at when you first see it.
What we do, step by step
Once we are on site, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. After that, the work takes a few hours, depending on how many joints need doing. For a tenement in Gilmerton, work inside your flat is between us and you, while shared parts may need the factor or neighbours to agree. Tell us which applies when you book.
- We find where water is getting in and check whether it’s a sealant joint.
- We cut out the failed silicone, taking care of the glass and frame.
- We clean the joint with a solvent that suits the glass and frame.
- New glazing silicone goes in and is tooled to a neat finish.
- The finished joints are checked and, where it’s safe, tested with water.
Before we arrive
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Tell us if parking is tricky
How to get a quote
There’s no standard price list. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
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Honest limits
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what new sealant will not do:
- Misting between the panes of a double-glazed unit (a failed unit for a glazier)
- Rotten or badly damaged frames
- A roof that has moved or dropped
If you’re not sure, just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we seal
- Shower screens
- Glass balustrade bases
- Glass-to-glass joints
- Glass-to-frame joints
- Conservatory frames
- Rooflights