Edinburgh · Scotland
Glazing & conservatory sealant in Riccarton, Edinburgh
Glazing silicone for Riccarton, by sealant specialists with 20+ years’ experience. Rated 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews.
- Leaks where conservatory glass meets the frame
- Failed joints on frameless glass
- A quick top-up bead that didn’t last
How we handle glazing silicone in Riccarton
We work across Riccarton on glazing joints for homes and businesses. Conservatories, rooflights, glass panels and shower screens are all part of the job, with a sealant chosen for the joint. We work on conservatory frames, rooflights and glass-to-frame joints, and common reasons people get in touch are glass-to-glass joints that have split 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.
There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, large or small.
- Place
- Riccarton (EH14)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear price before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Different surfaces, different methods
Glass-to-frame joints
Old sealant is removed carefully from the glass before new glazing silicone goes in.
Rooflights
Rooflight glazing joints are cut out and renewed. If the leak is from the roof around it, a roofer needs to look.
When to call us in Riccarton
Dirt and grease stop silicone sticking. Where the joint wasn’t cleaned and degreased the sealant may lift within a few years.
The most common problems we see are:
- Leaking glazing joints on a rooflight
- Glazing silicone that has cracked or come away
- Leaks from the base of a shower screen
- Mouldy sealant around glass panels
In and around Riccarton, as anywhere, good glazing silicone starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What to look for in a quote
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- What guarantee comes with the work
- Are they insured?
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
What happens on the day
Good joint work is mostly preparation, and we don’t rush it. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. In total, it normally takes anything from an hour or two to most of a day, depending on the size of the job. For a place like Riccarton, longer drives are planned in advance. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- First, we check where the water gets in.
- We remove the old sealant carefully.
- We clean the glass and frame so the new silicone bonds.
- A neutral-cure glazing silicone is applied and tooled.
- We check the finished joints and test with water where it’s safe.
Before we arrive
- Mention any tricky access
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Mention if the joints have been sealed before
Get a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we’ll talk you through the work.
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What happens if it’s left?
Replacing a conservatory roof is major work. Where the water is getting in through sealant, resealing is far simpler. If it’s the roof itself, we’ll tell you. Around Riccarton, water from a failed joint in an older stone home can soak into timber and plaster.
What it costs depends on how much there is to do, how hard the old material is to remove and how easy the joints are to reach. We give a clear quote before we start, so you know where you stand.
Why Riccarton customers choose us
- 180+ five-star Google reviews
- Every job guaranteed for a year
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- You choose the colour before work begins
Read what affects the cost or our reviews.
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Riccarton homes and the weather
Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that. The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Georgian New Town is known for its sash windows. For listed homes and conservation areas, check with the council before changing how windows or walls look.
Rented homes near Edinburgh Park station change hands often, and leaking glazing joints, shower screens or conservatory seals are worth sorting between tenancies.
Riccarton is about 5 miles south-west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Whether you’re in the middle of Riccarton or further out, we cover glazing silicone for every kind of property. 175 places in Edinburgh are on our list.
All of EH14 is within our area for glazing silicone. Streets in the area include Research Avenue North, Hermiston Walk and Calder Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Riccarton: Hermiston (1 mile north), Warriston (1 mile south-west), Gogar (1 mile north), Maybury (2 miles north) and West Craigs (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Edinburgh (5 miles north-east), Leith (7 miles north-east), Bonnington (7 miles north-east), Greenside (6 miles north-east), Broughton (6 miles north-east) and Bellevue (6 miles north-east).
What’s near Riccarton
The closest station to Riccarton is Edinburgh Park station, roughly 1 mile north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Corstorphine Hospital (2.7 miles north-east) and Craigcrook Castle (3.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Warklaw Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
FAQs for Riccarton
Will you come out to Riccarton?
Yes, we do. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you cover Riccarton for glazing silicone?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Riccarton is part of that. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Can I choose the sealant colour?
Most of the time, yes. We will tell you which colours the right product comes in and agree one before any work starts.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on where the joints are. For work indoors, someone needs to let us in, while outside work can sometimes be arranged differently.
Is there any odour?
Sometimes, a little. Any smell clears as the sealant cures.
How long does the job take?
That depends on the amount of work, but most jobs take anything from an hour or two to most of a day, depending on the size of the job. We will give you a better idea when we quote.
Where are you based?
Mr Mastic is based in Crawley. We cover Riccarton and the rest of Edinburgh, along with the rest of our area.
What sealant do you use on glazing?
We pick a glazing silicone to suit the materials. Neutral-cure products suit most glass and frames.
How we quote for glazing silicone
Every job gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- The number of rooms or windows
- Any working-time requirements on site
- The number and length of the joints
The cost reflects the work involved, not guesswork. That’s why we ask a few questions first.
What we need to know
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Please mention:
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- Where the job is, and your postcode
We quote each job on its own, so start by telling us what you need. Simply drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
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, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
Not every job suits DIY: high-level joints, fire-rated gaps, external movement joints and big jobs call for the right materials, safe access and experience.
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. Our advice:
- Ventilate the conservatory to cut condensation
- Stick to mild cleaners on glass
- Get a new leak looked at quickly
- Check the silicone on glass every year or so
Look over the glazing joints every year or so. Catching a split early keeps the repair small.
A leaking shower screen may not show at first. It can damage the floor or the ceiling below long before you see it.