Orkney Islands · Scotland
Remedial sealant & repairs in Clestrain, Orkney Islands
Remedial sealant across Clestrain and nearby, with old sealant always removed completely.
- Kitchen joints letting water behind the worktop
- A shower that leaks however often it’s resealed
- Mould trapped under a layer of silicone
When something else is needed
It helps to know what we can’t do:
- Water damage behind tiles that needs a tiler
- A tray or worktop that needs refixing first
- Older mastics that may need an asbestos check before removal
If you are not sure, just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Leaking tray & enclosure joints
- Failed movement joints
- Mouldy bath & shower sealant
- Botched or over-sealed joints
- Expansion joints
- Shrunken worktop sealant
How we handle remedial sealant in Clestrain
Remedial jobs in Clestrain usually fall into a few patterns: over-sealed joints, hidden mould, repeat leaks and split movement joints. Each is stripped back and done again properly. Typical jobs include leaks that keep coming back after resealing and decorators’ caulk around a bath or shower, on mouldy bath & shower sealant, leaking tray & enclosure joints and botched or over-sealed joints.
In and around a place like Clestrain, 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.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right with it in that time, tell us and we’ll put it right.
- Location
- Clestrain (KW17)
- Wider area
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How to look after the new joints
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. Our tips:
- Get the cause of a repeat leak found before resealing
- Do not add new sealant on top of old
- Report a tray that rocks or a worktop that lifts
- Keep the room well ventilated
Ventilation keeps mould away from the new bead: run the fan during and after showers, or open a window.
Do not keep resealing the same joint. Get the cause found first, or the next bead will go the same way.
Leave it or put it right?
A joint that has failed twice will fail again unless the cause is dealt with. Finding it, whether movement, water from elsewhere or an unsuitable product, ends the cycle. When the nearest tradesperson is a drive away, it’s tempting to leave a small leak, but water through a failed joint keeps working away until it’s fixed.
Leaving a failed joint normally makes the job bigger, not smaller, as water and mould keep getting in. If you’re unsure, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
Why Clestrain customers choose us
- White, clear, grey or coloured to suit, where the product allows
- We never seal over old sealant
- ARBOMaster approved applicator
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
See what affects the cost and what customers say.
How we quote for remedial sealant
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- Which sealant suits the joint
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- Access and height
We don’t show prices on the website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. For a quick quote, please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll talk you through it.
What to tell us for a quote
There’s no need for technical detail. Just tell us:
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- Where the job is, and your postcode
We don’t publish a price list, because every job is different. Instead, we give you a clear price for your job. To arrange one, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Clestrain
A neglected joint can let water reach the structure, which is a bigger problem in a rented property. Keeping joints in good order is simple maintenance that we can handle for you.
Hotels need rooms back in use, so the work can be planned room by room. We’ve worked in hotels as well as homes and businesses.
Bathrooms and kitchens in Clestrain
Clestrain 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. Island jobs need planning around ferries and the weather, so give us as much notice as you can.
Around Clestrain, as everywhere, remedial sealant is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Clestrain is about 9 miles west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We carry out remedial sealant for homes and businesses in Clestrain and nearby, as part of our work across the Orkney Islands. We cover 51 towns and villages across the Orkney Islands, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the KW17 postcode area for remedial sealant. Neighbouring places we cover for remedial sealant include Midland (2 miles south-east), Orphir (2 miles east), Clouston (3 miles north), Kirbister (3 miles east) and Stenness (3 miles north). Remote and island addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Local landmarks in Clestrain
Not far away are Loch of Kirbister and Brodgar RSPB Reserve.
Common problems we fix in Clestrain
Sealant needs a clean, dry surface with no grease on it. Residue, moisture or dust left in the joint weaken the bond, and the joint starts to come away early.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Smears and lumps from a botched reseal
- Movement joints that have split or pulled away
- Dark patches showing through the sealant
- Gaps opening along the back of the worktop
Whether the job is in Clestrain itself or nearby, the right material for each joint matters as much as a neat finish.
What your quote should include
- How much experience the applicator has
- How long to leave it before use
- Are they insured?
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
Clestrain: your questions answered
Is there a guarantee on remedial sealant in Clestrain?
Every job comes with our 12-month guarantee, wherever it is. We’re also fully insured and ARBOMaster approved.
Can you do remedial sealant in Clestrain?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Clestrain is part of that. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
Do you do commercial work?
Yes. We work in offices, washrooms, hotels and other commercial premises. Working times can be discussed when we quote.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often happy for the work to be arranged.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on where the joints are. Inside work needs someone to give us access, and for outside work we’ll agree access with you when we book.
How do I get a quote for remedial sealant in Clestrain?
It depends on the job, so we quote each one individually. To get one, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a short description of the job.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes. Sealing over the old bead is the commonest cause of early failure, and it’s something we never do.
Do you work for letting agents?
Yes. As well as householders, we work for landlords, agents, businesses and hotels.
How the visit works
On the day, we look over the joints with you first. We protect the surfaces around the joints before work begins. Most jobs take a few hours for most joints, depending on how much old sealant has to come out. For a place like Clestrain, longer drives are planned in advance. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- First we work out whether the problem is the sealant, movement or a leak.
- Old beads and residue are removed down to clean surfaces.
- We treat any mould and dry the joint thoroughly.
- The right product goes in, with backing where the joint moves.
- The joint is tooled and you’re told about anything else we found.
How to prepare
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Clear the area around the work
How to get a quote
If you’re in Clestrain and need remedial sealant, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk. Tell us what the problem is and where, and you’ll get a clear quote before any work starts.