Edinburgh · Scotland
New Build Mastic in Cramond
New-build sealant joints in Cramond need attention? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Internal frame sealant that has split
About our new build mastic in Cramond
We never seal over a failed new-build bead. New silicone won’t bond to old silicone, so the joint is cut out, cleaned, dried and resealed. We work on bathrooms & en suites, skirting & floors and kitchens, and common reasons people get in touch are cracks appearing as a new home settles and plot mastic for developers ahead of handover.
Many newer homes in Scotland are timber-framed and settle as they dry out, so skirting and floor joints can open up. Older stone-built homes, meanwhile, often have timber floors that move with the seasons.
A 12-month guarantee comes as standard, so you’re not left on your own once the job is done.
- Where
- Cramond (EH4)
- Wider area
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How we quote for new build mastic
For a quick quote, just ask. What matters most is:
- The type of sealant required
- Working hours on commercial sites
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- How much there is to do
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, how we reach it and what it needs. Call for a quick quote and we will go through it with you.
What we need to know
What to tell us when you ask for a quote:
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Whether it has been sealed before
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
We do not publish a price list. Instead, we give you a clear quote for your job. To arrange one, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
New build mastic in Cramond: local notes
Cramond is within about 1 mile of the coast. New homes near the sea put their outside mastic to work from day one, so it’s worth checking at snagging. Timber frame is common in newer Scottish homes, and as the frame dries and settles, skirting and sealant joints can open up.
If you’ve bought a new home near Edinburgh Gateway station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two.
Cramond is about 3 miles west of Comely Bank, in Edinburgh. Across the EH4 area, we can carry out new build mastic at your property. Cramond is one of 175 places in Edinburgh we cover for new build mastic.
All of EH4 is within our area for new build mastic. If you need new build mastic at a property on Avon Road, Essex Road and Whitehouse Road or anywhere close by, our applicators can take on the job. We also cover the places around Cramond: Braepark (1 mile west), Barnton (1 mile south-west), Cammo (1 mile south-west), Bughtlin (1 mile south) and East Craigs (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Edinburgh (4 miles south-east), Leith (5 miles east), Bonnington (5 miles east), Greenside (4 miles east), Broughton (4 miles east) and Bellevue (4 miles east).
Around Cramond
The closest station to Cramond is Edinburgh Gateway station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find The Gyle Shopping Centre (2 miles south) and Craigcrook Castle (1.6 miles south-east). Not far away are The New Leaf Co-op and Dundas Loch.
What we can’t put right
We’d rather tell you now than do work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- Cracking that points to a structural problem
- Leaks from pipes, valves or wastes, which need a plumber
- Deciding who is responsible under a builder’s warranty
Not sure which it is? You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Where we work in Cramond
- Kitchens
- Plot handovers
- Skirting & floors
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Windows & doors
- Show homes
Your questions about new build mastic in Cramond
Do you cover smaller places like Cramond?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Edinburgh Gateway station?
Yes. We work for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details for a clear quote.
Do you have insurance?
Yes. We’re fully insured, with over 20 years’ experience in sealant work.
Do you remove the old sealant?
Yes. All of the old material is cut out and the joint cleaned before resealing.
Do I need to be at home?
For indoor joints, yes, someone needs to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes. There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, large or small.
Can I send you my snagging list?
Yes. Send it with pictures and we’ll quote for the sealant items. If something isn’t sealant, we will say so.
Who should fix failed sealant in a new build?
Your builder, if you are still in their snagging or warranty period. After that, or if their repair keeps failing, we can do it.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
Sealing over old silicone is the commonest DIY error. New silicone will not bond to old, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. Everything old must be removed first.
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.
Why deal with it now?
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. When the nearest tradesperson is a drive away, it’s tempting to leave a small leak, but water behind a failed seal does the most damage when nobody’s watching.
Rather than a set price list, we look at what your job involves: the amount of work, the old material and the access. You will know the price before we begin.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Cramond
- A 12-month guarantee on all work
- Homes, businesses and hotels
- Any old sealant cut out fully, not covered over
- We agree the colour with you first
What the job involves on each surface
Show homes
We seal show-home bathrooms, kitchens and frames to a tidy standard. We will plan around viewing times.
Kitchens
As a new house dries, worktops and walls shift a little, opening gaps behind the upstand. A fresh flexible bead closes them.
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 work takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots in most cases. Outdoor work around Cramond depends on the weather, as sealant needs a dry surface, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Work indoors is not affected.
- 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.
- New sealant suited to each joint is applied and tooled neatly.
- Finally, each room is checked and you are given the cure time.
How to prepare
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
Get a quote
If you’re in Cramond 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 you will get a clear quote before we start.
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What else we do in Cramond
When to call us in Cramond
Sealant is often one of the last jobs before handover. Dusty, unprimed joints are common, so the bead never bonds properly.
Any of these means the joints need attention:
- Skirting joints opening in the first winter
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
- Messy sealant that spoils new finishes
Around Cramond, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Comparing quotes
- How hidden problems are handled
- What product goes in the joint
- How the colour is chosen
- When the joint can take water or movement