Aberdeenshire · Scotland
New-build mastic & snagging in Kirkton of Craig, Aberdeenshire
We cover Kirkton of Craig for plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly.
- Sealant applied over dusty or wet surfaces
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
Should I try it myself first?
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A thick, smeared bead looks untidy and does not move well, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.
If you’re set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: remove every trace of old sealant, clean and dry the joint, and follow the product’s cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
New build mastic for homes and businesses in Kirkton of Craig
A new house keeps drying out and settling for its first couple of years. Timber dries and shrinks, and baths and trays settle, so sealant that was laid quickly before handover often cracks. We work on kitchens, plot handovers and show homes, and common reasons people get in touch are sealant applied over dusty or wet surfaces and untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list.
Work in a place like Kirkton of Craig is planned ahead, journey included. Inside work goes ahead in any weather; outside mastic needs a dry day.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something is not right with it in that time, tell us and we will put it right.
- Location
- Kirkton of Craig (DD10)
- Region
- Aberdeenshire
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Kirkton of Craig questions
Is Kirkton of Craig in your area for new build mastic?
Yes, Kirkton of Craig is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing.
Do you work for landlords with property near Montrose station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the property, and we will send you a clear quote.
Should I try DIY first?
Some simple jobs can be done by a careful DIYer. The usual mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using too much.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Yes, every time. New silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so any old material comes out before anything new goes in.
Does someone need to be in?
For indoor joints, yes, someone needs to let us in. Once we have agreed the job, you do not need to watch us work.
Can you work from my snagging list?
Yes. Send the list and a few photos of the sealant items and we will give you a quote. We will flag anything that needs another trade.
Will you leave a mess?
Not at all. We work neatly, protect the area around the joints and tidy up afterwards.
Where do you work from?
Our base is in Crawley, West Sussex, and we cover South East England, London and all of Scotland.
Signs you need new build mastic in Kirkton of Craig
The first winter with the heating on dries a new home quickly. Skirting, frames and worktops pull away slightly and cracks appear in the sealant.
If you can see any of these, it’s time to have the joints looked at:
- Beads laid onto grit and dust from the build
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Cracks appearing as a new home settles
In and around Kirkton of Craig, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- What product goes in the joint
Surface by surface
Windows and doors
Draughts around new frames are often a sealant gap. We look at the joints and reseal where needed.
Plot handovers
Taking time over preparation reduces return visits. We clean out building dust before sealing and prime where the product needs it.
What else we do in Kirkton of Craig
How it works
All our tools and materials come with us in the van, so you do not need to buy or prepare anything. Once we have agreed what’s being done, we protect the area and start. Most jobs take anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots. Outside jobs in Kirkton of Craig need a dry day, because sealant will not bond to a wet joint, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Work indoors isn’t affected.
- First we work through your snagging list or plot schedule with you.
- We cut out every bit of the failed or messy sealant.
- Each joint is cleaned of dust and grit, then primed if required.
- A sealant chosen for each area goes in and is tooled smooth.
- We check every joint and tell you how long each needs to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Clear items away from the joints we are working on
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
Getting a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we’ll explain what’s involved.
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What new build mastic looks like in Kirkton of Craig
Kirkton of Craig is within about 2 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.
If you’ve bought a new home near Montrose station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two.
Kirkton of Craig is about 2 miles south of Montrose, in Aberdeenshire. Wherever you are in the DD10 postcode area, our applicators can take on new build mastic. We cover 161 towns and villages across Aberdeenshire. We also work in Dundee, about 24 miles from Kirkton of Craig.
Every address in DD10 is within our area for new build mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we work in Ferryden (1 mile north-east), Montrose (2 miles north), Hillside (4 miles north), Inverkeilor (5 miles south-west) and Craigo (6 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Laurencekirk (10 miles north), Inverbervie (13 miles north-east) and Johnshaven (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Kirkton of Craig
The nearest railway station is Montrose station, roughly 1.5 miles north. A little further out are Montrose Museum (1.5 miles north-east) and Dunninald Castle (0.9 miles south). Not far away are Duns Dish and Montrose Basin.
How we quote for new build mastic
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- How easy the joints are to reach
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- The type of sealant required
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, the access and the products needed. Call for a quick quote and we’ll go through it with you.
Asking for a quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Try to tell us:
- Whether it has been sealed before
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- How we’d reach the joints
- Photos by email, if that is easy
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is, and we will talk you through what we’d do. Whenever you are ready, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
What happens if it’s left?
A failed shower or bath seal in a new home lets water into floors and walls that are still drying out. Resealing promptly protects the new finishes around it. In a place like Kirkton of Craig, small leaks are easy to put off, but water behind a failed seal does the most damage when nobody’s watching.
The cost depends on how much there is to do, how hard the old material is to remove and access to the work. We give a clear quote before any work starts, so you know where you stand.
Why book with us
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
- Over 20 years’ experience
- We are fully insured
- ARBOMaster approved applicator
Take a look at what affects the cost and our reviews.
Honest limits
In fairness, there are a few things sealant won’t fix:
- A tray or bath that is not properly supported, until it’s fixed
- Your warranty claim itself, which is between you and the builder
- Damaged fittings that need replacing
If you’re not sure, just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
What we seal
- Skirting & floors
- Kitchens
- Plot handovers
- Windows & doors
- Show homes
- Bathrooms & en suites