Scottish Borders · Scotland
New-build mastic & snagging in Roxburgh, Scottish Borders
Problem with your new-build sealant joints in Roxburgh? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly.
- Beads laid onto grit and dust from the build
- Internal frame sealant that has split
- Second-fix sealing on new plots
New build mastic in Roxburgh
We never seal over a failed new-build bead. New silicone will not bond to old silicone, so the joint is cut out, cleaned, dried and resealed. We work on show homes, skirting & floors and bathrooms & en suites, and the jobs we see most are sealant work across a run of new homes and leaking shower tray seals in a new home.
Many newer homes in Scotland are timber-framed and settle as they dry out, so skirting and floor joints can open up. In older homes, timber floors move through the year too.
You’re covered for a year from the day we finish. If anything is not right with it, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Where
- Roxburgh (TD5)
- Region
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quote
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Should I try it myself first?
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.
A DIY attempt doesn’t rule out a professional job. We remove it and do the joint properly, so just mention it when you contact us.
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Surfaces next to the work are protected before any work starts. The work generally takes a few hours in a single home. Somewhere like Roxburgh may be a longer drive, and the journey is planned ahead. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- First, the list of joints is agreed from your snagging sheet or plot schedule.
- Every bit of the old builder’s sealant is cut out, with no layer left behind.
- We clean out the dust and grit left from the build.
- Primer goes on where the surface and product need it, then the new sealant.
- We tool every joint neatly and tell you when each area can be used.
How to prepare
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Tell us about any water getting in
- Clear the area around the work
Ask for a quote
Need a quote? Please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. We’ll explain what we’d do and give you a clear price before work begins.
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FAQs for Roxburgh
What guarantee comes with new build mastic in Roxburgh?
All our work, in Roxburgh and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Do you cover Roxburgh for new build mastic?
Yes, Roxburgh is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing, and we will give you a clear quote.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Yes. Just list everything you need.
Do the sealants smell?
That depends on the sealant. Some smell for a while, some hardly at all, and any smell fades as they cure.
How much does new build mastic cost in Roxburgh?
Every job is different, so each one gets its own quote. To get one, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a short description of the job.
Are you insured?
Yes. Full insurance covers our work.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. ARBOMaster is the approved applicator scheme for Arbo sealants, and we are part of it.
Is it messy?
We keep the work tidy. We protect what’s around the joints.
What the job involves on each surface
Kitchens
Sink joints are wet all the time. A kitchen sealant goes in there, food-safe where it’s needed.
Show homes
We seal show-home bathrooms, kitchens and frames. We’ll plan around viewing times.
New build mastic around Roxburgh
Timber frame is common in newer Scottish homes, so skirting and sealant joints can open up as the building settles.
For jobs in and around Roxburgh, choosing the right material for each joint is as important as a tidy finish.
Roxburgh is about 13 miles east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. From the centre of Roxburgh to the outskirts, we cover new build mastic for every kind of property, from flats and houses to offices and hotels. Roxburgh is one of 89 towns and villages in the Scottish Borders where we work. We also work in Edinburgh, about 39 miles from Roxburgh.
Postcode districts we cover here for new build mastic: TD5. Whether your property is on Bowmont Court and Teviot Road or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. If you’re just outside Roxburgh, we cover Heiton (1 mile east), Kelso (3 miles north-east), Nisbet (4 miles south-west), Sprouston (4 miles north-east) and Ednam (5 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Galashiels (13 miles west), Selkirk (14 miles west), Jedburgh (7 miles south-west), Duns (15 miles north), Melrose (10 miles west) and Earlston (9 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Roxburgh
A little further out are Kelso Museum And Turret Gallery (2.4 miles north-east) and Kelso Hospital (2.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Roxburgh includes Wooden Loch and Peniel Heugh.
Common problems we fix in Roxburgh
New homes are full of moisture from plaster, screed and concrete, which takes a year or two to dry out. Drying timber shrinks and pulls joints apart.
If you can see any of these, it’s time to have the joints looked at:
- Messy sealant that spoils new finishes
- Worktop and upstand sealant coming away
- Cracks appearing as a new home settles
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
In and around Roxburgh, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Comparing quotes
- Which colour the sealant will be
- How much experience the applicator has
- Are they insured?
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
What happens if it’s left?
A hairline gap at a skirting can wait, but a leaking seal can’t. Not sure whether yours can wait? You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few photos. When the nearest tradesperson is a drive away, it’s tempting to leave a small leak, but water behind a failed seal does the most damage when nobody’s watching.
Combining jobs into one visit generally makes better use of the time than several visits, so tell us about everything that needs sealing. You’ll get one clear quote for the whole job.
What you get with us
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- 12-month guarantee on every job
- We are fully insured
See our cost guide and what customers say.
Quotes for new build mastic in Roxburgh
Jobs vary more than people expect. What affects the quote:
- When we can work, for business premises
- The type of sealant required
- How much there is to do
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
Rather than a set price list, we look at what your job involves: the amount of work, the old material and the access. The price is agreed before we begin.
Asking for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote. When you get in contact, it helps to mention:
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Photos by email, if that is easy
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
To get a quote, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us where the job is and what the problem looks like. We’ll give you a clear quote before any work starts.
How to look after the new joints
Aftercare is simple:
- Put sealant faults on your snagging list early
- Keep water off fresh sealant until it has cured
- Resist patching a failed seal with a tube from the DIY shop
- Avoid scourers and strong chemicals on sealant
Keep the bathroom ventilated, especially in the first year. Use the extractor fan or open a window after showers to help keep mould away.
A seal that splits early is often a sign of movement. Have it resealed, and the tray or bath checked, before it gets worse.