Orkney Islands · Scotland
New-build mastic & snagging in Lyness, Orkney Islands
Specialist new build mastic for Lyness: the right sealant, proper preparation and a neat finish. Ask us for a quick quote.
- Cracked caulk along new skirting
- Sealant work across a run of new homes
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
What affects the cost of new build mastic
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- The product the joint needs
- Any working-time requirements on site
- The number of rooms or windows
What you pay reflects the work, not a rough estimate. That’s why we ask about the job first and give you a clear quote before we start.
What to tell us for a quote
You don’t need to know the technical terms. It helps if you can tell us:
- If someone has resealed it before
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- The rough size of the job
- Where the job is, and your postcode
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job, and we will talk you through what we’d do. Whenever you are ready, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
New build mastic for homes and businesses in Lyness
Some owners wait for the first year’s movement before having joints redone. For small cosmetic gaps, that’s reasonable, but a failed shower or bath seal shouldn’t wait. If you have gaps opening as the house dries out and settles and leaking shower tray seals in a new home, we can help.
Timber frame is common in newer Scottish homes, and it settles over the first years, so skirting and floor joints can open up. In older homes, timber floors move through the year too.
Our work is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you are.
- Where
- Lyness (KW16)
- Wider area
- Orkney Islands
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quote
- Quoted before any work starts
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- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
When something else is needed
We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what sealant can’t put right:
- Settlement cracks that need a surveyor
- A tray or bath that isn’t properly supported, until it’s fixed
- Leaks from pipes, valves or wastes, which need a plumber
If in doubt, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll say what we think.
What we seal
- Windows & doors
- Plot handovers
- Show homes
- Skirting & floors
- Kitchens
- Bathrooms & en suites
Your questions about new build mastic in Lyness
Will you come out to Lyness?
Yes. Lyness is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work across all of Scotland, including the islands, where work is planned around ferry crossings. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Can you do new build mastic in Lyness?
Yes, Lyness is within the area we cover. We work across all of Scotland. Just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job.
My new home is still under warranty. Should I contact you?
Start with the builder if you are in the snagging or warranty period. Once that’s done, or if they won’t put it right, we can reseal it properly.
Do the sealants smell?
It depends on the product. Some products have a noticeable smell, others very little.
Can you do plot mastic on a new development?
Yes. Plot mastic and second-fix sealing for developers is part of our work. Send the schedule and any specification and we’ll give you a quote.
Can I do it myself?
You can, for simple jobs. Preparation is everything: all the old sealant out, and a clean, dry joint. If it doesn’t work out, we can redo it.
What does new build mastic cost?
It depends on the job, so we quote each one individually. To get one, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with a short description of the job.
How long before the joint can be used?
Cure times vary by product and the temperature. Before we leave, we will tell you the cure time.
Can I do it myself?
Overfilling a joint is a classic DIY mistake. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again, so tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
How the visit works
Our applicators work methodically: protection first, then preparation, sealing and a tidy-up. For most jobs that takes a few hours for most snagging lists, longer for a run of plots and we leave things clean and tidy. For a place like Lyness, longer drives are planned in advance. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- Each joint is checked for movement before work begins.
- We remove the failed sealant and clean the joints.
- We make sure the joints are dry and prime them if needed.
- Baths are filled with water, then the new sealant is applied.
- The finished joints are checked and the cure times given.
How to prepare
- Let us know if you’ve seen damp or leaks
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
Getting a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or send an email if you’d rather. Describe what needs sealing and we’ll talk you through the work and give you a clear price.
Related advice
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
Whether it’s one flat or a portfolio, the work is the same standard: the old material taken out, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee.
How to look after the new joints
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Ventilate bathrooms well, especially in the first year
- Get a leaking seal dealt with straight away
- Raise failed sealant with the developer while you’re covered
- Look at the sealant regularly in the first couple of years
Photograph failed sealant before it’s redone and keep the builder’s replies. It helps if anything else comes up during the warranty period.
A seal that splits early is often a sign of movement. Getting it resealed properly, and any movement checked, stops it recurring.
What the job involves on each surface
Kitchens
Worktops in new homes can move slightly as the house dries, which opens gaps along the back. We reseal them with a flexible sealant.
Plot handovers
Taking time over preparation reduces return visits. We clean out building dust before sealing.
New homes and floors in Lyness
Lyness is within about 1 mile of the coast. Plot mastic on new homes near the coast takes more weather than it would inland, so it’s worth checking at snagging. Work on the islands has to be planned around ferry crossings and the weather, so give us as much notice as you can.
For jobs in and around Lyness, choosing the right material for each joint is as important as a tidy finish. In and around Lyness, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Lyness is about 13 miles south-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Jobs in Lyness get the same care as everywhere else we work: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. We cover 51 towns and villages across the Orkney Islands.
Jobs for new build mastic in KW16 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. With the B9048 close by, Lyness is easy for our applicators to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for new build mastic include Longhope (2 miles south), Midland (6 miles north), Hoy (7 miles north-west), Orphir (7 miles north) and Clestrain (7 miles north). If you’re somewhere remote, the job takes a little more planning, so let us know when you get in touch.
Near you in Lyness
Other landmarks nearby include Scapa Flow Museum (less than half a mile north-east). Not far away are Binga Fea and Loch of Greenhill.