Orkney Islands · Scotland
Regrouting in Isbister, Orkney Islands
Professional regrouting in and around Isbister, with old sealant always removed completely and a 12-month guarantee.
- Grout in corners that has cracked
- Grout that is cracking and breaking up
- Stained grout that cleaning will not shift
About our regrouting in Isbister
Stained, crumbling or cracked grout can make a sound bathroom look tired. Regrouting replaces the grout and keeps the tiles you have, so nothing is ripped out. We work on kitchen splashbacks, bathroom floors and tiled floors, and the jobs we see most are greasy, stained grout behind the hob and stained grout that cleaning won’t shift.
In and around a place like Isbister, homes range from older stone-built properties to newer houses. Older buildings can move a little, and that shows first in cracked grout and split sealant.
All our work is covered by our 12-month guarantee.
- Place
- Isbister (KW17)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear price before we start
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
How we quote for regrouting
We quote each job individually. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the job
- Whether the work is at height
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- How many areas need sealing
The cost depends on the size of the job, how hard the old material is to remove and how easy the joints are to reach. We give a clear quote before work begins, so you know where you stand.
Asking for a quote
There’s no need for technical detail. It helps if you can tell us:
- The type of property
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- The rough size of the job
We don’t publish a price list, because every job is different. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are a few things sealant won’t fix:
- Tiles that are chipped or split
- Waterproofing that has failed below the tiling
- A structure that flexes behind the tiles
If you’re not sure, just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Where we work in Isbister
- Kitchen splashbacks
- Tiled floors
- Shower walls
- Wet rooms
- Bathroom wall tiles
- Bathroom floors
What regrouting looks like in Isbister
Isbister is close to the coast. Near the coast, holiday lets and guest houses can see bathrooms used by one guest after another, and sealant and grout that work that hard wear out sooner. In Scotland, private landlords have to meet the Repairing Standard, which covers keeping fixtures and fittings in a reasonable state of repair. Tired, leaking sealant is worth putting right before a new tenant moves in.
For jobs in and around Isbister, choosing the right material for each joint is as important as a tidy finish.
Isbister is about 6 miles north-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. For regrouting in and around Isbister, please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk for a quick quote. We cover the Orkney Islands from our Crawley base, Isbister included. Our the Orkney Islands coverage runs to 51 places, Isbister among them.
Our applicators cover all of KW17 for regrouting. If you are just outside Isbister, we cover Norseman (1 mile west), Gorseness (2 miles north-east), Settiscarth (2 miles west), Tingwall (3 miles north) and Finstown (4 miles south-west). If you’re somewhere remote, the job takes a little more planning, so mention it when you ask for a quote.
Local landmarks in Isbister
Other landmarks nearby include Langskaill House (3.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Enyas Hill and Birsay moors RSPB Reserve.
What happens on the day
Good joint work is mostly preparation, so that is where we spend the time. Every joint is cleaned and dried before new material goes in. In total, it generally takes a few hours for a shower enclosure, longer for a whole room. Somewhere like Isbister 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.
- First, we check for loose or hollow tiles and point out any we find.
- The old grout comes out to a consistent depth, without damaging the tiles.
- Dust and debris are vacuumed out of every joint.
- Fresh grout goes into the joints and the tile faces are wiped clean.
- We reseal the internal corners and edges with silicone.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
Ask for a quote
It all starts with a short chat. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is, and we will talk you through what we’d do. When it suits you, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Advice
Leave it or put it right?
Patching a few joints can look like a quick win, but the patches often do not match, and the old grout keeps failing around them. Regrouting the whole area gives an even, lasting finish. 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.
Leaving a failed joint generally makes the job bigger, not smaller, because water and mould keep working on it. If you’re not sure whether it needs doing, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Isbister
- We leave the area clean and tidy
- ARBOMaster approved applicator
- Quality sealants from Arbo and Everbuild
- 180+ five-star Google reviews
Read our cost guide or customer reviews.
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Isbister questions
Will you come out to Isbister?
Yes, Isbister is covered. We work across all of Scotland, islands included, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is there a guarantee on regrouting in Isbister?
All our work, in Isbister and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are also fully insured and ARBOMaster approved.
Where are you based?
We’re based in Crawley, and we work across South East England, London and Scotland.
Will the sealant be renewed as well as the grout?
In most cases, yes. The corners and edges should be silicone, and it makes sense to renew both together.
Can you regrout if a few tiles are loose?
Regrouting will not fix loose tiles. We flag any loose or hollow tiles before starting so you know where you stand.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes, regularly. Larger jobs can be planned room by room or area by area to suit the site.
How do I get a quote for regrouting in Isbister?
It depends on the job, so we quote each one individually. For a quick quote, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing and where.
Can you seal over the old sealant?
No. New silicone won’t bond to old silicone, and it traps any mould or water underneath. We remove it all first.
When to call us in Isbister
Grout is porous, so it soaks up water, soap and dirt. Over time it stains, softens and starts to crumble, especially in a shower that is used every day.
The problems people normally mention when they call include:
- Kitchen splashback grout stained by grease
- Grout in corners that has cracked
- Grout stained black or orange that won’t clean
- Grout that is cracking and breaking up
In and around Isbister, as anywhere, good regrouting starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Before you book anyone
- How long the guarantee is
- How the colour is chosen
- When the joint can take water or movement
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
DIY sealant or a professional job?
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, like a short, easy-to-reach joint indoors. The common mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using far too much.
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.
Surface by surface
Bathroom wall tiles
Walls outside the shower get less water but still stain and crack. New grout freshens them up.
Corners and edges
We reseal edges at the same time as regrouting, so the whole area is finished together.