Edinburgh · Scotland
New Build Mastic in Carrick Knowe
Plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes for householders, landlords and businesses in Carrick Knowe. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
- Cracked caulk along new skirting
Why act early in Carrick Knowe
DIY kits do not solve the main problems with new-build sealant: grit, unprimed surfaces and old layers underneath. Proper removal and preparation are what make it last. For landlords in Carrick Knowe, damp and leaks can be a Repairing Standard issue, so it’s worth fixing failed sealant before a tenant reports it.
Instead of a standard rate, we look at what your job involves: the amount of work, the old material and the access. The price is agreed before we begin.
Why book with us
- A 12-month guarantee on all work
- Old sealant always removed completely
- More than 20 years in sealant work
- Anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas
See our cost guide and customer reviews.
New build mastic in Carrick Knowe, done properly
We carry out plot mastic and second-fix sealing for builders, and snagging reseals for new-home owners. In both, preparation makes the difference, because that’s what rushed new-build sealant generally lacks. We are often asked to deal with leaking shower tray seals in a new home and cracked sealant around new window and door frames, across show homes, windows & doors and bathrooms & en suites.
Scotland’s cities are still adding new flats and houses, and in new homes, sealant and floor joints are often among the first snags.
There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job.
- Place
- Carrick Knowe (EH12, EH11, EH14)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Price
- A clear price before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
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Signs you need new build mastic in Carrick Knowe
Later trades and the final clean can damage fresh sealant. If it’s disturbed before curing, the joint can be left weak.
Look out for these signs:
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Sealant that never bonded to the surface
In and around Carrick Knowe, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- Whether VAT is included
- Are they insured?
- What guarantee comes with the work
What happens on the day
There’s no need to move everything out before we come, only the area right around the joints. We protect the rest, and the job takes a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots in most cases. In a city area like Carrick Knowe, parking may be by permit or pay-and-display, so tell us what’s nearby. For flats, mention the door entry system and any shared-stair arrangements.
- We start by agreeing which joints are on the list, from the snagging sheet or plot schedule.
- We cut out every bit of the failed or messy sealant.
- We clean off dust from the build and prime the surfaces where the product needs it.
- A sealant chosen for each area goes in and is tooled smooth.
- Finally, each room is checked and you are given the cure time.
Before we arrive
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Mention any tricky access
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
Ask for a quote
We quote each job on its own, so start by telling us what you need. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details and send photos if you have them.
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Landlord and commercial work in Carrick Knowe
In hotels, rooms out of use cost money, so we plan the work room by room. We have worked in hotels as well as homes and businesses.
Housing providers, facilities teams and property managers book us too in Carrick Knowe and across Edinburgh. Several sites can go on one quote.
What affects the quote in Carrick Knowe
We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. The quote depends on:
- The amount of work
- The number of rooms or windows
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- How easy the joints are to reach
The cost depends on the amount of work, how much old material has to come out and access to the work. You will have a clear quote before any work starts.
Asking for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote. When you ask for a quote, tell us:
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- Where the property is
If you are in Carrick Knowe and need new build mastic, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk. A short description of the job and where it is helps us quote, and we will agree the price before any work begins.
DIY versus a professional finish
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.
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, such as a straightforward joint indoors. Where it goes wrong is sealing over the old bead, working on a wet joint or overloading the gap.
Common questions in Carrick Knowe
Is there a guarantee on new build mastic in Carrick Knowe?
All our work, in Carrick Knowe and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We’re also fully insured and ARBOMaster approved.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near South Gyle 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 will give you a fixed price before we start.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes. All of the old material is cut out and the joint cleaned.
How long will you be here?
That depends on the amount of work, but most jobs take a few hours in a single home. We will tell you when we quote.
Do you work through snagging lists?
Yes. Snagging lists are a common starting point for us. We agree the sealant items with you before any work starts.
Should I go to my builder first?
Report it to the builder first while you’re covered. If it is not resolved, we will cut it out and reseal it.
What do you put in the joint?
It depends on the joint: anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas, and other sealants where joints move or face the weather. We use products from Arbo and Everbuild.
What information do you need?
Only a few details: the address or postcode, what’s wrong and any access issues. Then send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
New build mastic in Carrick Knowe: local notes
Carrick Knowe is within about 3 miles of the coast. New homes near the sea put their outside mastic to work from day one, so it’s worth checking at snagging. Many new homes in Scotland are timber-framed, so skirting and sealant joints can open up as the building settles.
For new homes near South Gyle station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
Carrick Knowe is about 3 miles west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Jobs in Carrick Knowe get the same care as everywhere else we work: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. Our area takes in 175 places across Edinburgh, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the EH12, EH11 and EH14 postcode area for new build mastic. We cover properties on Roull Road, Station Road and Dovecot Road. You’ll find Carrick Knowe on the A8, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Carrick Knowe include Saughton (1 mile south), Stenhouse (1 mile south-east), Broomhouse (1 mile south-west), Corstorphine (1 mile north-west) and Balgreen (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Edinburgh (3 miles east), Leith (5 miles north-east), Bonnington (4 miles north-east), Greenside (4 miles north-east), Broughton (4 miles north-east) and Bellevue (3 miles north-east).
Near you in Carrick Knowe
Around Carrick Knowe, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Saughton Park, Balgreen Primary School and Gabrielle Keiller Library and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is South Gyle station, roughly 1 mile west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find The Gyle Shopping Centre (1.6 miles west) and Craigcrook Castle (1.3 miles north). Open spaces near Carrick Knowe include Corstorphine Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
Keeping the joints in good condition
How long the joints last depends on use and care. We suggest:
- Avoid running a DIY bead over the old one
- Follow the cure time we give you
- Watch for new gaps as the house dries out
- Raise failed sealant with the developer while you’re covered
Keep an eye on the joints over the first couple of years. Hairline gaps can open as timber and plaster dry.
Mould takes hold quickly in sealant that has gaps or lifted edges. Dealing with it before it goes black saves a harder job later.