Edinburgh · Scotland
New-build mastic & snagging in Little France, Edinburgh
Plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Little France. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
- Sealant applied over dusty or wet surfaces
- Cracked caulk along new skirting
About our new build mastic in Little France
Snagging sealant properly means taking the failed bead out completely. New silicone will not bond to old silicone, so it all comes out before we clean, dry and reseal. Typical jobs include cracks appearing as a new home settles and messy sealant that spoils new finishes, across bathrooms & en suites, skirting & floors and plot handovers.
In a Scottish city, commercial floors have movement joints and thresholds that wear under traffic. Those joints, and plot mastic for developers, are part of the work we cover in Little France.
Every job is covered by a 12-month guarantee.
- Place
- Little France (EH17, EH16)
- Wider area
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY versus a professional finish
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that is fine. We cut it out and start again.
Sealing over old silicone is the commonest DIY error. New silicone won’t bond to old, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. Everything old must be removed first.
Towns and villages near Little France
Other services in Little France
Do you need new build mastic in Little France?
Later trades and the final clean can damage fresh sealant. A bead disturbed before it has cured may never seal properly, and the problem shows up after you move in.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Kitchen sealant that has pulled off the wall
- Gaps opening as the house dries out and settles
- Smeared, uneven beads picked up at snagging
- Internal frame sealant that has split
If you’ve bought a new home near Shawfair station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two.
What your quote should include
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- What happens if the job turns out different
- Which sealant they’ll use, and why
- What guarantee comes with the work
Landlords, agents and businesses in Little France
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements and we’ll give you a quote.
Water getting past a failed joint can damage the building, which is a bigger problem in a rented property. Resealing at the right time is simple maintenance that we can handle for you.
New build mastic in Little France: local notes
Little France is close to the coast. Plot mastic on new homes near the coast takes more weather than it would inland, 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.
Around Little France, as everywhere, new build mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Little France is about 2 miles south-east of Buccleuch, in Edinburgh. Little France gets the same service as everywhere we cover: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. 175 places in Edinburgh are on our list, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in EH17 and EH16 is within our area for new build mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Gilmerton Road, Craigour Avenue and Kingston Avenue. Being close to the A772, Little France is easy for our applicators to reach for new build mastic. Other places close to Little France include Craigour (1 mile south), Moredun (1 mile south), Fernieside (1 mile south-east), Inch (1 mile west) and Ferniehill (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Edinburgh (3 miles north-west), Leith (4 miles north), Bonnington (4 miles north-west), Greenside (3 miles north-west), Broughton (3 miles north-west) and Bellevue (3 miles north-west).
Near you in Little France
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Margaret's School, Craigmillar Castle Park and Liberton Parish Church, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Shawfair station, roughly 1.9 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Craigmillar Castle (within half a mile north) and Natural History Collections (1.3 miles west). The countryside around Little France includes The New Leaf Co-op and Duddingston Loch.
Aftercare tips
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Open a window or run the fan after bathing
- Keep water off fresh sealant until it has cured
- Look at the sealant regularly in the first couple of years
- Act quickly if a seal starts to leak
Photograph failed sealant before it’s redone and keep the builder’s replies. It helps if anything else comes up during the warranty period.
If a shower tray or bath seal splits in the first year, look for movement. Have it resealed, and the tray or bath checked, before it gets worse.
Quotes for new build mastic in Little France
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- The number of rooms or windows
- The number and length of the joints
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- How easy the joints are to reach
Commercial jobs are quoted on the same basis as homes: the amount of work, the access and the products needed, plus any working-time requirements on site. Call for a quick quote and we will explain what it covers.
Helping us quote
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. When you ask for a quote, tell us:
- If someone has resealed it before
- Where the property is
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- A few pictures by email, if you can
Every job is quoted individually. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details.
What sealant work can’t fix
We will not take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:
- Plumbing faults behind the sealant
- A tray or bath that isn’t properly supported, until it’s fixed
- Disputes or warranty claims with your builder
If in doubt, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will say what we think before you book.
Where we work in Little France
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Show homes
- Plot handovers
- Windows & doors
- Kitchens
- Skirting & floors
How it works
We work through the job in order: protect, prepare, seal, tidy. For most jobs that takes a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots. Parking in city streets around Little France can be tight or controlled, so it helps to know about permits or nearby bays. For flats, mention the door entry system and any shared-stair arrangements.
- First we work through your snagging list or plot schedule with you.
- 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.
- We apply a sealant that suits each joint and tool it to a neat finish.
- Each area is checked and left with its cure time.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any tricky access
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Mention any parking rules near the property
How to get a quote
Call for a quick quote, or email us if that is easier. Describe what needs sealing and we’ll talk you through the work.
Advice
Little France: your questions answered
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Shawfair station?
Yes, we work for landlords and agents. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the property, and we’ll give you a clear price.
Can you do new build mastic in Little France?
Yes, Little France 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.
What do you need from me for a quote?
Only a few details: where it is, what you’ve noticed and how we reach it. After that, simply email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Is it messy?
Very little: the area around the joints is protected first, and we clear up the old sealant and our materials before we leave.
Is there any odour?
There can be a smell while the sealant cures, which fades as it sets. Ventilation helps.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We hold ARBOMaster approved applicator status, and we are fully insured.
Do you do commercial work?
Yes. Commercial and hotel work is a large part of what we do, as well as homes. Working times can be discussed when we quote.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Yes. Tell us about everything you’d like done and we’ll quote it together.