Edinburgh · Scotland
Glazing & conservatory sealant in Restalrig, Edinburgh
Professional glazing silicone in and around Restalrig, with old sealant always removed completely.
- Glazing silicone that has cracked or come away
- New silicone smeared over old sealant
- Black or yellowed silicone on glass joints
Glazing silicone for homes and businesses in Restalrig
We do not replace glass, and misting between panes means a failed sealed unit. What we do is the silicone around the glass, which is where many leaks start. We are often asked to deal with black or yellowed silicone on glass joints and shower screens leaking along the wall or tray, across rooflights, glass-to-glass joints and glass balustrade bases.
Restalrig is in one of Scotland’s four big cities, where many older buildings are sandstone or granite. Stone needs a sealant that suits it, so acetoxy silicones, which can attack some stone, are best avoided.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Restalrig (EH7, EH8, EH6)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What glazing silicone looks like in Restalrig
Restalrig is within about 1 mile of the coast, and homes near the sea take more wind-driven rain, with salt in the air closer to the shore. Both are hard on glazing joints and frame seals, which can dry out and crack sooner where a building faces the weather. Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and failed outside joints work against that.
In the older streets around Restalrig Parish Church, replacement windows fitted into old openings often leave uneven gaps that need backing and a flexible joint. If you look after a building such as Leith Academy, the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Restalrig is about 2 miles north-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Restalrig is covered for glazing silicone, old or new, large or small. Every job comes with our 12-month guarantee. 175 places in Edinburgh are on our list, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here for glazing silicone: EH7, EH8 and EH6. That includes homes and businesses on Dalgety Road, Lochend Road and Loaning Road. Neighbouring places we cover for glazing silicone include Jock's Lodge (1 mile south), Lochend (1 mile west), Meadowbank (1 mile south-west), Piershill (1 mile south-east) and Willowbrae (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover West End (3 miles west), West Coates (3 miles west), Merchiston (3 miles south-west), Queensferry (10 miles west), Comely Bank (3 miles west) and Southhouse (4 miles south).
Near you in Restalrig
In Restalrig, that means homes and buildings near McDonald Road Library, Public House and Lochend Park. For rail, the closest station is Edinburgh Waverley station, roughly 1.6 miles west. A little further out are Edinburgh Castle (2.1 miles west) and St. James Centre (1.5 miles west). For a walk, there’s Whinny Hill and Dunsapie Loch.
Different surfaces, different methods
Glass-to-frame joints
Glass-to-frame joints need a sealant that bonds to both. We use a glazing silicone suited to each.
Shower screens
Mouldy or lifting sealant on a screen leaks. A full reseal sorts it.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, some problems need a different trade:
- Frames that have decayed or split
- A roof that has moved or dropped
- A broken pane or roof panel
If you’re not sure, just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we seal
- Glass balustrade bases
- Shower screens
- Conservatory frames
- Rooflights
- Glass-to-frame joints
- Glass-to-glass joints
How to look after the new joints
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. A few tips:
- Use gentle products around the joints
- Check the gutters above the glazing for debris
- Open vents or windows to let moisture out
- Inspect the sealant on glazing annually
Gentle products are best near the sealant. Harsh solvents may damage the bead.
Damp patches, drips and condensation along a joint are worth checking. It may be sealant, or something else and we will find out which.
Restalrig questions
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Edinburgh Waverley station?
Yes. We work for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details for a clear quote.
How is work on the outside of a tenement in Restalrig usually arranged?
The owners of the flats normally agree repairs to shared parts like the roof and outside walls, and many buildings have a factor to arrange it. Where the title deeds are silent, the Tenements (Scotland) Act 2004 fills the gaps. Windows often belong to the individual flat, but it’s worth checking your deeds.
Is it enough to run a bead over the old sealant?
Silicone does not stick to silicone and water gets between the layers. We cut out the old sealant first.
What do you need from me for a quote?
Tell us what needs doing and where. We will ask anything else we need to know.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Always. Sealing over the old bead is the commonest cause of early failure, and it’s something we never do.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We’re approved under the ARBOMaster scheme, which is run for the Arbo sealant brand.
What guarantee do I get?
You get our one-year guarantee to every job we do.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes, we can. Several rooms, windows or areas can go on one quote.
What affects the quote in Restalrig
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- The number of rooms or windows
- Access and height
Doing several joints on one visit is usually more efficient than separate visits, so tell us about everything that needs sealing. We will send you a clear quote for the lot.
What to tell us for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- The problem you’ve noticed
- The rough size of the job
To get a quote, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us where the job is and what the problem looks like. We’ll give you a clear quote before any work starts.
What we’re called out for in Restalrig
UV light ages silicone and roof joints get the most sun. It goes brittle, cracks and stops sticking to the glass and frame.
People generally contact us after spotting one of these:
- Failed joints on frameless glass
- Conservatory leaks at frame and glazing joints
- Water running down inside the glass
- New silicone smeared over old sealant
Letting a property close to Edinburgh Waverley station? Then a shower screen or conservatory joint that leaks is easier to reseal while the property is empty.
What your quote should include
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- How hidden problems are handled
- How much experience the applicator has
- What preparation is included
How it works
Good joint work is mostly preparation, and we don’t rush it. Joints are cleaned back and dried before anything new goes in. In total, it usually takes anything from an hour or two to most of a day, depending on the size of the job. Inside a flat in Restalrig, the job is planned with you; outside, shared parts may need the factor or other owners involved. Tell us which applies when you book.
- We trace the leak and confirm it’s a sealant joint.
- The failed silicone is cut out without marking the glass or frame.
- The joint is cleaned and degreased.
- We lay the new bead and tool it smooth.
- Each joint is checked and, where possible, water-tested.
Before we arrive
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
Getting a quote
A good description makes for an accurate quote. Tell us where the job is, what’s wrong and how much there is, and add photos by email if you can.
Related advice
Why act early in Restalrig
Glazing joints need a sealant made for the job. General-purpose sealant from a DIY shop may not suit glass or the frame, so we use neutral-cure glazing silicone. Private landlords in Restalrig must meet the Repairing Standard, and damp or leaks can fall short of it, so failed sealant is best replaced before it becomes a complaint.
A few things move the cost up or down: the old material and how easily it comes out, whether mould needs treating, and whether we need extra access for height. We take all of that into account in your quote.
Why Restalrig clients choose us
- One-year guarantee on every job
- More than 20 years in sealant work
- A choice of colours where the product allows
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
See our cost guide and what customers say.