Shetland Islands · Scotland
Houbie Remedial Sealant
We cover Houbie for removing failed, mouldy or leaking sealant and putting it right. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly.
- Gaps opening along the back of the worktop
- Movement joints that have split or pulled away
- Sealant peeling off a dusty or damp surface
About our remedial sealant in Houbie
In Houbie, as anywhere, remedial jobs tend to look alike: over-sealed joints, hidden mould, repeat leaks and split movement joints. Each is stripped back and done again properly. If you are dealing with products that weren’t meant for the joint and gaps opening along the back of the worktop, we can put it right, whatever the surface.
Bathrooms in smaller places like Houbie work just as hard as those in the cities. Limescale is less of a problem with Scotland’s generally soft water, but mould still takes hold in damp sealant and grout.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Houbie as everywhere else we work.
- Place
- Houbie (ZE2)
- Wider area
- Shetland Islands
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear price before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Do you need remedial sealant in Houbie?
All sealant wears out eventually. Mould grows into the silicone, the surface hardens and the bead shrinks, especially in damp, poorly aired rooms. Then the only fix is removal and a new bead.
People usually contact us when they notice one of these:
- Worktop sealant that has shrunk and split
- Sealant peeling off a dusty or damp surface
- Over-sealed joints coming away
- Repeat leaks from the same joint
In the older streets around Fetlar Church, walls and floors in older homes can move, and sealant and grout show it first.
What to look for in a quote
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- Which colour the sealant will be
- When the joint can take water or movement
- The length of the guarantee
Leave it or put it right?
Adding more sealant is the usual quick fix, and it rarely works. It cannot bond to what’s underneath, so the leak carries on and there’s now more to remove. In an older home around Houbie, damp from a failed joint can get into timber and plaster.
No two jobs are quite the same, so we quote each one individually. Size, access and the product the joint needs all play a part, and we’ll explain the quote if you ask.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Houbie
- We leave the area clean and tidy
- 20+ years of sealant experience
- Experience in homes, commercial sites and hotels
- You choose the colour before work begins
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced and our reviews.
Common questions in Houbie
Do you cover Houbie for remedial sealant?
Yes, Houbie is within the area we cover. We work across all of Scotland. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing.
Is remedial sealant in Houbie guaranteed?
All our work, in Houbie and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
How long does remedial resealing take?
Longer than a simple reseal, because every layer has to come out. Most jobs take a few hours.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We’re an ARBOMaster approved applicator, the approved applicator scheme for Arbo sealants.
Do you work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, businesses and hotels.
Someone resealed my shower and it’s leaking again. Can you help?
Yes. Repeat leaks generally come from over-sealing, movement or water getting in elsewhere, and we deal with the cause first.
How much does remedial sealant cost in Houbie?
The cost depends on the size of the job, access and how much old sealant has to come out. Ask us for a quote and we will talk you through it.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. Commercial and hotel work is a large part of what we do, as well as homes. We can talk about working times when we quote.
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- A cracked shower tray or bath (that needs repair or replacing)
- A bath, tray or worktop that moves until it’s properly fixed
- Sealant in an older building that needs testing for asbestos first
Not sure which it is? You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will tell you honestly.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Botched or over-sealed joints
- Failed movement joints
- Expansion joints
- Leaking tray & enclosure joints
- Shrunken worktop sealant
- Mouldy bath & shower sealant
Other services in Houbie
Different surfaces, different methods
Windows & doors
Wrong-coloured or messy mastic can be replaced for appearance too, in a colour that suits the frame.
Over-sealed & botched joints
Previous removal attempts can leave scratches or gouges. We take care not to make it worse, and tell you about any damage we find.
Quotes for remedial sealant in Houbie
Every job gets its own quote. These are the things that affect it:
- The type of sealant required
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- How many areas need sealing
- Whether the work is at height
Combining jobs into one visit generally makes better use of the time than several visits. We’ll send you a clear quote for the lot.
What to tell us for a quote
When you call or email, these details help:
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- The rough size of the job
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
Call for a quick quote, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we will talk you through the work.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Houbie
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy, and it’s easy to sort out between tenants. We can quote for more than one property at once.
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements.
Houbie homes and their sealant
Houbie is close to the coast. Coastal homes, holiday lets and guest houses can see heavy bathroom use in busy months, and sealant and grout that work that hard wear out sooner. Island jobs need planning around ferries and the weather, so the more notice, the better.
Schools such as Fetlar Primary School are buildings too, and we reseal washrooms and kitchens in schools and businesses as well as homes.
Houbie is in the Shetland Islands. Our applicators cover remedial sealant for householders, landlords and businesses in Houbie. Our area takes in 63 places across the Shetland Islands, from the larger towns to small villages.
Jobs for remedial sealant in ZE2 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Houbie: Clivocast (6 miles north), Aywick (6 miles south-west), Mid Yell (7 miles west), Camb (7 miles west) and Burravoe (9 miles south-west). For island and remote addresses, the job takes a little more planning.
Local landmarks in Houbie
Other landmarks nearby include Fetlar Interpretive Centre (within half a mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Vord Hill and Skutes Water.
What happens on the day
A visit follows a simple pattern: we look at the joints together, protect the area around them, do the work and tidy away. Most jobs take a few hours for most joints, depending on how much old sealant has to come out. For a place like Houbie, longer drives are planned in advance. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- We look at how the sealant has failed and check for movement or a leak path.
- We strip the joint completely, removing any layers below.
- We clean the joint, treat any mould and let it dry.
- Moving joints get backing and a flexible sealant to suit.
- Finally we finish the joint and talk you through what we found.
Preparing for the visit
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Move anything stored near the joints
How to get a quote
We don’t publish a price list, because every job is different. Instead, we give you a clear quote for your job. To arrange one, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.