Edinburgh · Scotland
Glazing & conservatory sealant in Ratho, Edinburgh
Our applicators work in Ratho on glazing silicone for conservatories, rooflights, glass panels and shower screens. Old material cut out, joints cleaned and sealed neatly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Conservatory leaks at frame and glazing joints
- Drips on the inside of a conservatory window
- Split or lifting silicone on glass
Glazing silicone in Ratho
Glass and frames expand and contract differently, so the sealant between them does a lot of work. Once it splits or comes away, water finds a way through. We cut it out and reseal with a glazing silicone suited to the joint. We work on glass balustrade bases, rooflights and glass-to-glass joints, and people most often call us about sealant that was laid over old silicone and failed and glass-to-glass joints that have split.
Older stone-built homes in Scotland often have sash and case or timber windows set in stone. Those suit a traditional sand mastic or a neutral-cure sealant, not an acetoxy silicone that can attack some stone.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Place
- Ratho (EH28)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Landlord and commercial work in Ratho
We also work for businesses, from offices to washrooms and kitchens. For commercial premises, we can talk through working times when we quote.
We work for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. Resealing between tenancies is a simple way to keep a property in good order before the next move-in.
When to call us in Ratho
On shower screens, constant water and cleaning products wear silicone. Mould grows into the bead and the edges begin to peel.
Common reasons people contact us include:
- Black or yellowed silicone on glass joints
- Drips on the inside of a conservatory window
- Sealant that was laid over old silicone and failed
- Failed sealant around rooflight glass
Homes close to Ratho Parish Church and Lady's Well include some older properties, and frames set in older brick or stone need a sealant that suits the wall as well as the frame.
What your quote should include
- How long the guarantee is
- What product goes in the joint
- How the joint is cleaned and prepared
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
What affects the quote in Ratho
We do not publish a price list. What we look at:
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- Which sealant suits the joint
- Any working-time requirements on site
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
What it costs depends on the amount of work, how much old material has to come out and how easy the joints are to reach. We give a clear quote before work begins, so you know where you stand.
Helping us quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- The type of property
- How we’d reach the joints
- Where the property is
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
We quote each job on its own, so start by telling us what you need. Simply send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job, and pictures are welcome.
Aftercare tips
Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. We recommend:
- Keep conservatory gutters clear of leaves
- Don’t use a blade near the sealant
- Use a gentle glass cleaner and a soft cloth
- Use gentle products around the joints
Gentle products are best near the sealant. Harsh solvents may damage the bead.
Conservatory leaks rarely stay small. Water travels along the frame and into the wall so it’s best dealt with right away.
How the job changes by surface
Glass-to-frame joints
Old sealant is removed carefully from the glass before new glazing silicone goes in.
Glass-to-glass joints
Where two panes meet, the silicone joint takes all the movement. The bead needs to be tidy and fully bonded.
More services for Ratho
Ratho homes and the weather
Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic. Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with sash windows throughout the Georgian New Town. For listed homes and conservation areas, check with the council before changing how windows or walls look.
Letting a property close to Edinburgh Gateway station? Then leaking glazing joints, shower screens or conservatory seals are worth sorting between tenancies.
Ratho is about 6 miles east of Livingston, in Edinburgh. Our applicators cover glazing silicone for homes and businesses in Ratho. Across Edinburgh, we cover 175 places, Ratho among them. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 7 miles away.
We work across EH28 for glazing silicone. Local streets include Main Street, Dalmahoy Road and Lidgate Shot, all of which we cover. Other places close to Ratho include Ratho Station (1 mile north), Ingliston (1 mile north), Warriston (2 miles south-east), Gogar (2 miles north-east) and Hermiston (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Edinburgh (7 miles east), Leith (9 miles north-east), Bonnington (8 miles north-east), Greenside (8 miles east), Broughton (8 miles east) and Bellevue (8 miles east).
Landmarks near Ratho
The closest station to Ratho is Edinburgh Gateway station, roughly 2.7 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find The Gyle Shopping Centre (2.8 miles north-east) and Illieston Castle (2.4 miles west). Open spaces near Ratho include Dundas Loch and Warklaw Hill.
Should I try it myself first?
Not every job suits DIY: high-level joints, fire-rated gaps, external movement joints and big jobs need the right product, the right access and the right method.
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that’s fine. We cut it out and start again, so just mention it when you contact us.
What we do, step by step
We work through the job in order: protection first, then preparation, sealing and a tidy-up. For most jobs that takes a few hours, depending on how many joints need doing and we leave things clean and tidy. For a place like Ratho, longer drives are planned in advance. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- 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.
- The glass and frame are cleaned and degreased.
- Glazing silicone suited to the joint is applied and tooled.
- We look over every joint and, where we can, test it with water.
Preparing for the visit
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
Getting a quote
For glazing silicone in Ratho, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk. Tell us what the problem is and where, and you will get a clear quote before work begins.
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FAQs for Ratho
Will you come out to Ratho?
Yes, we do. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
I let a flat near Edinburgh Gateway station. Can you help?
Yes, we work for letting agents and landlords. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the property, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
What does glazing silicone cost?
The cost depends on the size of the job, access and how much old sealant has to come out. Ask us for a quote and we’ll talk you through it.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes. All of the old material is cut out and the joint cleaned.
How long should I leave it?
That depends on the sealant used, so please follow the time we give you when we finish.
What do you put in the joint?
Products from Arbo and Everbuild, among others, picked for each joint. We’ll tell you what we are using and why.
Can you just put new silicone over the old?
Topping up is a common cause of leaks. A proper job means cutting out, cleaning and resealing.
Do you replace glass?
Glass replacement is not our trade. We look after the sealant joints and can tell you if a unit seems to have gone.