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New-build mastic & snagging in Craigleith, Edinburgh
New build mastic in Craigleith from a team with over 20 years’ experience. Rated 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews.
- Worktop and upstand sealant coming away
- New-build shower sealant that has already split
- Messy sealant that spoils new finishes
Signs you need new build mastic in Craigleith
On many sites, sealant goes on in the final rush before handover. Dusty, unprimed joints are common, and the sealant sits on grit instead of the surface.
It’s worth asking for a quote if you see:
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
- Messy sealant that spoils new finishes
- Sealant applied over dusty or wet surfaces
- New-build shower sealant that has already split
For new homes near Haymarket station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
What your quote should include
- Who turns up on the day
- What the cure time is
- Which colour the sealant will be
- The length of the guarantee
How we handle new build mastic in Craigleith
Across Craigleith, we work for both new-home owners and the builders handing those homes over. One shower or a whole phase of plots, the method doesn’t change: remove, clean, prime where needed, then a neat new bead. If you’re dealing with worktop and upstand sealant coming away and sealant applied over dusty or wet surfaces, we can help, on kitchens, bathrooms & en suites and skirting & floors alike.
Older tenement flats generally have timber floors on joists, with skirting joints that open and close with the seasons. In Craigleith, a flexible sealant suits those joints better than filler.
Our work is backed for twelve months, in Craigleith and everywhere else we cover.
- Location
- Craigleith (EH4, EH5, EH3)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- A clear price before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What the job involves on each surface
Kitchens
Beside the sink, the joint takes water every day. We use a sealant suited to kitchens suited to the job.
Bathrooms and en suites
En suite seals are easy to miss on a snagging list until they leak. Resealing properly keeps water where it belongs.
New homes and floors in Craigleith
Craigleith is within about 1 mile of the coast. New homes near the sea put their outside mastic to work from day one, so any gaps are best picked up early. Many new homes in Scotland are timber-framed, so skirting and sealant joints can open up as the building settles.
In and around Craigleith, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Craigleith is about 2 miles north-west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Craigleith can book us for new build mastic. The work is guaranteed for a year. Craigleith is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh we cover for new build mastic.
Every address in EH4, EH5 and EH3 is covered for new build mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Ferry Road, Orchard Road and Grigor Avenue. If you’re just outside Craigleith, we cover East Pilton (1 mile north-west), Comely Bank (1 mile south-east), Crewe Toll (1 mile north-west), Inverleith (1 mile north-east) and Stockbridge (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Leith (3 miles north-east), Newington (3 miles south-east), Queensferry (7 miles west), Burgh Muir (3 miles south-east), Timber Bush (3 miles north-east) and Lochend (3 miles east).
Near you in Craigleith
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Hamilton's Bar & Kitchen, St Columba's Parish Church and Gabrielle Keiller Library. Other local landmarks include Stewart's Melville College (0.6 miles south) and King George V Park (1.2 miles east). The nearest railway station is Haymarket station, about 1.2 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Western General Hospital (within half a mile west) and Edinburgh Castle (1.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Craigleith include Corstorphine Hill and Dunsapie Loch.
Craigleith questions
Is new build mastic in Craigleith guaranteed?
Every job comes with our 12-month guarantee, wherever it is. We are fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Can you do new build mastic in Craigleith?
Yes, Craigleith is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job, and we will send you a clear quote.
Will you leave a mess?
Tidy work is part of the job. Nearby surfaces are protected, and the area is left clean when we finish.
What do you put in the joint?
Each joint gets the product that suits it. Movement, water and weather all affect the choice.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for householders, landlords, letting agents, businesses and hotels.
Should I wait before resealing?
If the seal has failed and water is getting in, do it now. Hairline cosmetic gaps can wait until the house has settled.
Do you work through snagging lists?
Yes. Photos of each sealant item help us quote. If something is not sealant, we’ll say so.
How long does new build mastic take?
As a guide, most jobs take a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots. Larger jobs naturally take longer, and we will tell you how long to expect.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, such as a straightforward joint indoors. The common mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using far too much.
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again, so just mention it when you contact us.
Towns and villages near Craigleith
What else we do in Craigleith
What happens if it’s left?
DIY kits don’t solve the main problems with new-build sealant: dust, no primer and old sealant left in the joint. Cutting out, cleaning and priming are what make the difference. Scottish rain finds any gap around a frame or wall joint, and in Craigleith, damp can spread through stone and plaster before anyone sees it.
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all make a difference.
What you get with us
- Every job guaranteed for a year
- Experience in homes, commercial sites and hotels
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
- White, clear, grey or coloured to suit, where the product allows
See our cost guide or what customers say.
What sealant work cannot fix
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- Cracking that points to a structural problem
- Broken tiles or a split tray
- Movement caused by a poorly fitted tray or bath
If in doubt, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will say what we think before you book.
Surfaces we seal
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Plot handovers
- Kitchens
- Show homes
- Windows & doors
- Skirting & floors
How the visit works
Once we are on site, we check the joints match what you told us. If we find something unexpected, we talk it through with you first. Most jobs then take anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. Inside a flat in Craigleith, the job is planned with you; outside, shared parts may need the factor or other owners involved. It helps to know which it is when you get in touch.
- We start by agreeing which joints are on the list, from the snagging sheet or plot schedule.
- The old bead comes out in full, with no layer left behind.
- Each joint is cleaned of dust and grit, then primed if required.
- We apply a sealant that suits each joint and tool it to a neat finish.
- Finally, each room is checked and you are given the cure time.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
- Tell us if parking is tricky
How to get a quote
Every job is quoted individually, so the first step is telling us about yours. Simply drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job and send pictures if you have them.
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Craigleith
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements and we will quote.
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy, and it’s quick to put right between tenancies. Several properties can go on one quote.