Aberdeenshire · Scotland
New Build Mastic in Fettercairn
Professional new build mastic in and around Fettercairn, with every bit of old sealant taken out first.
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
- Worktop and upstand sealant coming away
About our new build mastic in Fettercairn
A new house keeps drying out and settling for its first couple of years. Timber shrinks, plaster dries and baths and trays bed down, so sealant that was laid quickly before handover often cracks. If you have cracks appearing as a new home settles and shower seals failing in the first year or two, we can put it right, whatever the surface.
Timber frame is common in newer Scottish homes, and it settles over the first years, which shows as gaps at skirtings and floor joints. In older homes, timber floors move through the year too.
We stand behind the work with a 12-month guarantee.
- Where
- Fettercairn (AB30)
- Region
- Aberdeenshire
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
The process
We keep the work tidy and contained to the area we are working on, so you can get on with your day. Expect the work to take a few hours in a single home, and we explain the cure time before we leave. Outside jobs in Fettercairn need a dry day, because sealant will not bond to a wet joint, so external jobs may need to move if the day turns wet. Indoor work goes ahead whatever the weather.
- We start by agreeing which joints are on the list, from the snagging sheet or plot schedule.
- Failed or untidy sealant is cut out completely.
- Surfaces are cleaned of building dust and primed where needed.
- A sealant chosen for each area goes in and is tooled smooth.
- Each area is checked and left with its cure time.
Before we arrive
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Tell us if parking is tricky
Getting a quote
A good description makes for an accurate quote. Tell us where the job is, what’s wrong and how much there is, and add pictures by email if you can.
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What the job involves on each surface
Show homes
Bathrooms, kitchens and frames in show homes are sealed or resealed to a neat finish ready for viewings. We’ll plan around viewing times.
Kitchens
Worktops in new homes can move slightly as the house dries, opening gaps behind the upstand. A fresh flexible bead closes them.
New build mastic around Fettercairn
Timber frame is common in newer Scottish homes, so skirting and sealant joints can open up as the building settles.
For new homes near Laurencekirk station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
Fettercairn is about 10 miles north-west of Montrose, in Aberdeenshire. Across the AB30 area, we cover new build mastic for homes and businesses. Our area takes in 161 places across Aberdeenshire, large and small. For nearby work, see our Aberdeen page (27 miles or so).
Here we cover the AB30 postcode area for new build mastic. New build mastic is available to properties on The Square, Main Street and School Road. We also cover the places around Fettercairn: Sauchieburn (3 miles south-east), Edzell Woods (3 miles south-west), Luthermuir (3 miles south), Laurencekirk (4 miles east) and Edzell (4 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Montrose (10 miles south-east), Stonehaven (15 miles north-east), Banchory (15 miles north), Inverbervie (11 miles east), St Cyrus (8 miles south-east) and Hillside (8 miles south-east).
Near you in Fettercairn
For rail, the closest station is Laurencekirk station, roughly 4.3 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Thornton Castle (2.5 miles south-east) and Stracathro Hospital (5.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Hound Hillock.
Do you need new build mastic in Fettercairn?
Sealant applied onto damp surfaces does not bond well. On a busy site, joints are not always given time to dry before the sealant goes on.
The most common problems we see are:
- Cracked caulk along new skirting
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
- Messy sealant that spoils new finishes
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
In and around Fettercairn, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What to look for in a quote
- Which colour the sealant will be
- What insurance they hold
- Whether the sealant suits the joint
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
Looking after it afterwards
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. A few tips:
- Ventilate bathrooms well, especially in the first year
- Don’t seal over failed sealant yourself
- Act quickly if a seal starts to leak
- Keep photos and emails about snagging items
Leave the sealant for the cure time we give you before showering or bathing. Silicone is normally left for about a day.
Early snagging is easier snagging. Small faults turn into leaks if left.
What happens if it’s left?
A hairline gap at a skirting can wait, but a leaking seal cannot. Not sure whether yours can wait? You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few pictures and we will tell you. Out of town in Scotland, exposed walls take a lot of weather, and once water gets behind a failed joint, damp in stone or harled walls is slow to dry out.
Combining jobs into one visit is generally more efficient than separate visits. We will send you a clear quote for the lot.
Why us?
- Tidy, careful work
- One-year guarantee on every job
- Old sealant always removed completely
- We’re fully insured
When something else is needed
Sealant isn’t the answer to every problem, and we’d rather say so up front. Sealant won’t put right:
- Plumbing faults behind the sealant
- Movement caused by a poorly fitted tray or bath
- Broken tiles or a split tray
If in doubt, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Windows & doors
- Plot handovers
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Show homes
- Skirting & floors
- Kitchens
How we quote for new build mastic
Every job gets its own quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Access and height
- The size of the job
- How many areas need sealing
- Mould in or behind the old joints
There are no prices on our website, because each job is priced on what it involves. Call for a quick quote.
What to tell us for a quote
You do not need to know the technical terms. It helps if you can tell us:
- The type of property
- Photos by email, if that is easy
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- What’s wrong with the joints now
We don’t publish a price list, as no two jobs are quite the same. Instead, we give you a clear quote for your job. To get started, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
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Common questions in Fettercairn
Is Fettercairn in your area for new build mastic?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Fettercairn is part of that. Just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job.
Will you come out to Fettercairn?
Yes, Fettercairn is covered. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do I have to be there?
That depends on where the joints are. For work indoors, someone needs to let us in, and for outside work we’ll agree access with you when we book.
Will there be a smell?
That depends on the sealant. Some products have a noticeable smell, others very little.
Can tenants book the work?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are glad to have it sorted.
Where is Mr Mastic based?
We work from Crawley. We cover Fettercairn and the rest of Aberdeenshire, along with the rest of our area.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes. Each job is guaranteed for twelve months.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, we do. Domestic, commercial and hotel work are all part of what we do, and we’re fully insured.