Shetland Islands · Scotland
New Build Mastic in Bigton
Plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Bigton. ARBOMaster approved applicators, fully insured, with a 12-month guarantee.
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
New build mastic in Bigton, done properly
Building dust is behind a lot of failed new-build sealant. We clean every joint thoroughly and prime where the surface and product need it, so the sealant actually sticks instead of bonding to the dust. We work on skirting & floors, bathrooms & en suites and kitchens, and people most often call us about untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list and cracks appearing as a new home settles.
Around smaller Scottish places like Bigton, new homes tend to be single plots or small developments. Each needs its sealant and floor joints finished as carefully as on a big site.
You’re covered for a year from the day we finish. If anything is not right with it, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Location
- Bigton (ZE2)
- Wider area
- Shetland Islands
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Bigton questions
Do you cover smaller places like Bigton?
Yes, Bigton is covered. We work across all of Scotland, islands included, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is there a guarantee on new build mastic in Bigton?
All our work, in Bigton and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Do the sealants smell?
Some sealants have a smell while they cure. Ventilation helps.
When is the sealant fully cured?
It depends on the product and the conditions. Before we leave, we will tell you the cure time.
Will you leave a mess?
Tidy work is part of the job. We protect what’s around the joints.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. We’ve worked for hotels, offices and other businesses and we’re fully insured.
How long does the job take?
It depends on the size of the job, but most jobs take a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots. We will tell you when we quote.
Why act early in Bigton
A hairline gap at a skirting can wait, but water getting through cannot. If you are unsure which you have, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with photos and we will tell you. Around Bigton, water from a failed joint in an older stone home can soak into timber and plaster.
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.
What you get with us
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
- White, clear, grey or another colour, product permitting
- Trusted Arbo and Everbuild sealants
- ARBOMaster approved applicator
Take a look at what affects the cost or our reviews.
What we’re called out for in Bigton
The first winter with the heating on dries a new home quickly. Skirting, frames and worktops pull away slightly.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Skirting joints opening in the first winter
- Sealant that never bonded to the surface
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
Around Bigton, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Comparing quotes
- Are they insured?
- Which colour the sealant will be
- What happens if the job turns out different
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
Aftercare tips
After the cure time, these simple habits help:
- Photograph failed sealant before it’s redone
- Wait for the cure time before using a resealed shower
- Open a window or run the fan after bathing
- Report sealant problems to your builder during the snagging period
Clean the sealant with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive pads and strong solvents.
Leave a failed new-build seal and water can reach the floor and the ceiling below. Catching it early keeps the fix to the sealant.
Landlord and commercial work in Bigton
For anyone letting property in or around Bigton, jobs at different addresses can be quoted together. Send us the addresses and the work at each.
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 be quoted together.
What sealant work cannot fix
A few problems are outside what sealant work can do:
- Damaged fittings that need replacing
- A tray or bath that isn’t properly supported, until it’s fixed
- Structural cracks in walls or ceilings
Not sure which it is? You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will tell you honestly.
Where we work in Bigton
- Skirting & floors
- Windows & doors
- Plot handovers
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Kitchens
- Show homes
New homes and floors in Bigton
Bigton is within about 1 mile of the coast. Plot mastic on new homes near the coast takes more weather than it would inland, so any gaps are best picked up early. Work on the islands has to be planned around ferry crossings and the weather, so give us as much notice as you can.
For jobs in and around Bigton, choosing the right material for each joint is as important as a tidy finish.
Bigton is in the Shetland Islands. Across the ZE2 area, our applicators can take on new build mastic. 63 places in the Shetland Islands are on our list.
Here we cover the ZE2 postcode area for new build mastic. Other places close to Bigton include Levenwick (2 miles east), Hoswick (3 miles north-east), South Scousburgh (3 miles south), Sandwick (3 miles north-east) and Boddam (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Lerwick (13 miles north-east), Sound (13 miles north-east) and Scalloway (11 miles north). For island and remote addresses, the job takes a little more planning, so let us know when you get in touch.
Around Bigton
For a walk, there’s Loch of Vatsetter.
Also in Bigton
What happens on the day
Our applicators work methodically: protection first, then preparation, sealing and a tidy-up. For most jobs that takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots, and the area is left clean. In smaller Scottish places, parking is normally less of an issue than access and distance. Let us know how to find you and how to reach the joints, and the visit is planned around that.
- Each joint is checked for movement before we start.
- Old sealant is cut out and the joints cleaned.
- We make sure the joints are dry and prime them if needed.
- Baths are filled with water, then the new sealant is applied.
- The finished joints are checked and the cure times given.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear the area around the work
- Mention if the joints have been sealed before
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
Get a quote
We quote each job on its own, so the first step is telling us about yours. Simply email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job and send photos if you have them.
Advice
What affects the quote in Bigton
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- The product the joint needs
- Access and height
- Any working-time requirements on site
- The size of the job
The cost reflects the work involved, not a rough estimate. That is why we ask a few questions first and give you a clear quote before any work starts.
Helping us quote
When you call or email, it’s useful to know:
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- The address or postcode of the job
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
Call for a quick quote, or email us if that’s easier. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we’ll explain what’s involved before giving you a price.