Edinburgh · Scotland
New-build mastic & snagging in Riccarton, Edinburgh
Plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes for Riccarton, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Ask us for a quote.
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Cracked sealant around new window and door frames
- Gaps behind new kitchen upstands
New build mastic for homes and businesses in Riccarton
For builders and developers, we work through plots to the schedule you give us. Bathrooms, en suites, kitchens, frames and skirting are sealed ready for handover. We work on kitchens, skirting & floors and bathrooms & en suites, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps opening as the house dries out and settles and leaking shower tray seals in a new home.
Work in a place like Riccarton is planned ahead, journey included. Inside work goes ahead in any weather; outside mastic needs a dry day.
Each job carries a 12-month guarantee, large or small.
- Location
- Riccarton (EH14)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quote
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What sealant work cannot fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Leaking fittings rather than failed sealant
- Broken tiles or a split tray
- Structural cracks in walls or ceilings
If you’re not sure, just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we seal
- Plot handovers
- Kitchens
- Windows & doors
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Skirting & floors
- Show homes
Surface by surface
Plot handovers
Plot mastic is carried out to the developer’s schedule. Joints are prepared properly before sealing.
Bathrooms and en suites
Baths, showers, basins and trays in new bathrooms are the most common new-build reseal. The old sealant comes out and anti-fungal sanitary silicone goes in after cleaning and priming.
Common questions in Riccarton
Can you do new build mastic in Riccarton?
Yes, Riccarton is within the area we cover. We work across all of Scotland. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Edinburgh Park station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and a few details, and we will give you a fixed price before we start.
Should I go to my builder first?
While the snagging or warranty period runs, the builder should be your first contact. If it is not sorted, or keeps failing, get in touch with us.
Are you insured?
Yes. We are fully insured, with over 20 years’ experience in sealant work.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Of course. Combining jobs makes good use of the visit.
Do I have to be there?
It depends on the job. Inside work needs someone to give us access.
Is it worth trying it myself?
For a simple, easy-to-reach joint, a careful DIYer can do a reasonable job. Most DIY failures come from sealing over old material, wet joints or too much sealant.
How long does new build mastic take?
That depends on how much there is to do, but as a guide it takes a few hours in a single home. We will tell you when we quote.
What affects the quote in Riccarton
Call for a quick quote. What matters most is:
- How many areas need sealing
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- The product the joint needs
- How easy the joints are to reach
We do not show prices on the website, because each job is priced on what it involves. Call for a quick quote and we will talk you through it.
What we need to know
When you contact us, it’s useful to know:
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- The address or postcode of the job
- The rough size of the job
To get a quote, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the location and a short description of the problem. You will have a clear quote before any work starts.
How the visit works
You don’t need to clear the whole room or building, only the area right around the joints. Everything nearby is protected, and the work takes anything from a few hours to several days, depending on the number of plots in most cases. Somewhere like Riccarton may be a longer drive, and the journey is planned ahead. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- We look at why each joint failed, including any movement.
- Old sealant is cut out and the joints cleaned.
- We make sure the joints are dry and prime them if needed.
- Baths are filled with water, then the new sealant is applied.
- We check every joint and leave you with the cure times.
How to prepare
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
How to get a quote
Need a quote? Please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the job. We’ll explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before any work starts.
Related advice
What we are called out for in Riccarton
On many sites, sealant goes on in the final rush before handover. Dusty, unprimed joints are common, and the sealant sits on grit instead of the surface.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
- Frame joints opening as the plaster dries
- Shower seals failing in the first year or two
In and around Riccarton, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Questions to ask before you book
- What preparation is included
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- Which sealant they’ll use, and why
New homes and floors in Riccarton
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 Park station, the sealant around baths, showers and frames is worth checking in the first year or two.
Riccarton is about 5 miles south-west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Riccarton gets the same service as everywhere we cover: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. Riccarton is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh where we work.
Every address in EH14 is within our area for new build mastic. New build mastic is available to properties on Research Avenue North, Hermiston Walk and Calder Road. We also cover Hermiston (1 mile north), Warriston (1 mile south-west), Gogar (1 mile north), Maybury (2 miles north) and West Craigs (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (5 miles north-east), Leith (7 miles north-east), Bonnington (7 miles north-east), Greenside (6 miles north-east), Broughton (6 miles north-east) and Bellevue (6 miles north-east).
What’s near Riccarton
For rail, the closest station is Edinburgh Park station, roughly 1 mile north-east. A little further out are Corstorphine Hospital (2.7 miles north-east) and Craigcrook Castle (3.5 miles north-east). Not far away are Warklaw Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
Should I try it myself first?
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.
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
Landlord and commercial work in Riccarton
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy. Several properties can be quoted together.
Housing providers, facilities teams and property managers book us too in Riccarton and across Edinburgh. Several sites can go on one quote, and we are fully insured for the work.