Edinburgh · Scotland
Saughton New Build Mastic
Plot mastic for developers and snagging failed sealant in new homes in Saughton, with a 12-month guarantee on every job. Ask us for a quote.
- Untidy sealant flagged on a snagging list
- Gaps between new skirting and floors
- Plot mastic for developers ahead of handover
Should I try it myself first?
Not every job suits DIY: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas need the right product, the right access and the right method.
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.
New build mastic in Saughton, done properly
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. Typical jobs include gaps opening as the house dries out and settles and cracked sealant around new window and door frames, on plot handovers, show homes and bathrooms & en suites.
In a Scottish city, commercial floors have movement joints and thresholds that wear under traffic. In Saughton, we cover those floor joints as well as plot mastic for developers.
Our work is backed for twelve months, in Saughton and everywhere else we cover.
- Place
- Saughton (EH11, EH14, EH12)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear price before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What affects the quote in Saughton
There’s no set price list, because jobs vary so much. What we look at:
- Working hours on commercial sites
- Any mould that needs treating
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- The type of sealant required
The cost depends on the size of the job, 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.
Asking for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- A few pictures by email, if you can
- If someone has resealed it before
- The address or postcode of the job
- How we’d reach the joints
Asking for a quote is easy: let us know what needs doing and where, and roughly how big it is. Photos by email help us understand the job, and we’ll come back to you with a quote.
Looking after it afterwards
Once the sealant has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Look at the sealant regularly in the first couple of years
- Don’t wait for the house to settle if water is getting through
- Clean sealant with mild detergent, not abrasives
- Follow the cure time we give you
Wipe the sealant with warm soapy water. Avoid abrasive pads and strong solvents.
Early snagging is easier snagging. Small faults turn into leaks if left in a busy bathroom.
FAQs for Saughton
Is new build mastic in Saughton guaranteed?
All our work, in Saughton and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We’re fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Kingsknowe station?
Yes. We work for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details for a clear quote.
When is the sealant fully cured?
Most sealants are touch-dry well before they’re fully cured. We will tell you how long to leave the joint before we leave.
Do you use white or clear sealant?
We use white, clear or a colour to suit the finishes. Tell us what you’d like when you get a quote.
Can you work from my snagging list?
Yes. Send the list and a few pictures of the sealant items. We’ll tell you if anything on it is not a sealant job.
Do you hold any approvals?
Yes. We are approved under the ARBOMaster scheme, the approved applicator scheme for Arbo sealants.
What sealant do you use?
We choose the sealant for the joint, not the other way round. Where it moves, gets wet or faces the weather makes a difference, and we’ll tell you what we’re using.
Where do you work from?
We are a Crawley-based firm, with over 20 years’ experience. Our area covers South East England, London and Scotland.
Common problems we fix in Saughton
Baths and trays settle under load once the home is lived in. A bath sealed empty drops slightly when filled, straining the joint.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Messy sealant that spoils new finishes
- Gaps behind new kitchen upstands
- Joints pulling apart as timber shrinks
- Sealant work across a run of new homes
In and around Saughton, as anywhere, good new build mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What to look for in a quote
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- Which sealant they’ll use, and why
- Which colour the sealant will be
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
Joints and finishes in Saughton homes
Many new homes in Scotland are timber-framed, and as the frame dries and settles, skirting and sealant joints can open up.
For new homes near Kingsknowe station, it’s worth checking the sealant early, while snags are still fresh.
Saughton is about 3 miles west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Across the EH11 area, we can carry out new build mastic at your property. Our Edinburgh coverage runs to 175 places, Saughton among them.
Jobs for new build mastic in EH11, EH14 and EH12 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Saughton Road, Longstone Road and Stenhouse Road. Main roads around Saughton include the A71, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover for new build mastic include Stenhouse (1 mile north-east), Carrick Knowe (1 mile north), Broomhouse (1 mile west), Parkhead (1 mile south-east) and Longstone (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Edinburgh (3 miles east), Leith (5 miles north-east), Bonnington (4 miles north-east), Greenside (4 miles north-east), Broughton (4 miles north-east) and Bellevue (4 miles north-east).
Near you in Saughton
We work in homes and buildings around Merchiston Castle School, Saughton Park and Cross Keys Tavern and the streets around them. The closest station to Saughton is Kingsknowe station, about 0.7 miles south. Nearby you will also find The Gyle Shopping Centre (1.9 miles west) and Corstorphine Hospital (1 mile north). For a walk, there’s The New Leaf Co-op and Dunsapie Loch.
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When it isn’t the sealant
To be straight with you, some problems need a different trade:
- Structural cracks in walls or ceilings
- Damaged fittings that need replacing
- Leaks from pipes, valves or wastes, which need a plumber
If you are not sure, just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Where we work in Saughton
- Show homes
- Plot handovers
- Windows & doors
- Skirting & floors
- Bathrooms & en suites
- Kitchens
The process
All our tools and materials come with us in the van. After a quick look at the joints together, we protect the area and start. It normally takes a few hours in a single home. For a tenement in Saughton, work inside your flat is between us and you, while shared parts may need the factor or neighbours to agree. It helps to know which it is when you get in touch.
- We go through the snagging list or plot schedule and agree the joints to do.
- The old bead comes out in full, with no layer left behind.
- Surfaces are cleaned of building dust and primed where needed.
- We apply a sealant that suits each joint and tool it to a neat finish.
- We check every joint and tell you how long each needs to cure.
How to prepare
- Clear items away from the joints we are working on
- Plan for the work area to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
Getting a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or email us if that is easier. Describe what needs sealing and we’ll explain what’s involved and give you a clear price.
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Leave it or put it right?
Water getting past a failed seal in a new build reaches walls and floors that are still settling. Resealing promptly protects the new finishes around it. For landlords in Saughton, damp and leaks can be a Repairing Standard issue, so it’s worth fixing failed sealant before a tenant reports it.
Doing several joints on one visit generally makes better use of the time than several visits, so it’s worth mentioning everything you’d like done. We will give you a clear quote for the lot.
What you get with us
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced or our reviews.