Scottish Borders · Scotland
Remedial sealant & repairs in Lauder, Scottish Borders
Removing failed, mouldy or leaking sealant and putting it right in Lauder, with a one-year guarantee on every job. Ask us for a quote.
- Sealant that came away because the surface wasn’t prepared
- Thick, messy sealant smeared over tiles
- Repeat leaks from the same joint
Remedial sealant in Lauder, done properly
Remedial jobs in Lauder generally fall into a few patterns: sealant over sealant, mould under the bead, leaks that come back and movement joints that have split. Each is stripped back and done again properly. We work on failed movement joints, leaking tray & enclosure joints and expansion joints, and common reasons people get in touch are worktop sealant that has shrunk and split and sealant peeling off a dusty or damp surface.
For a place like Lauder, the job is the same as anywhere: old material out, joints cleaned and dried, and a fresh, even finish. The journey and access are simply planned in advance.
You are covered for a year from the day we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Location
- Lauder (TD2)
- Region
- Scottish Borders
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Remedial sealant around Lauder
Scottish Water supplies are generally soft, so limescale is less of a problem than in hard-water areas. But mould still grows into sealant and grout in a room that does not dry out. Lauder has hotels and guest accommodation nearby. Hotel bathrooms are part of our work as well as homes, and can be done room by room.
Letting a property close to Stow station? Then botched sealant from a previous quick fix is easier to strip out between tenants. If you live in an older home near St Mary's Parish Church, bathrooms in older houses have often been refitted more than once, with sealant laid over sealant.
Lauder is about 8 miles north of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. From the centre of Lauder to the outskirts, we cover remedial sealant for every kind of property. We cover 89 towns and villages across the Scottish Borders. Our Edinburgh page covers work nearby (24 miles or so).
We work across the TD2 postcode area for remedial sealant. If you need remedial sealant at a property on Market Place, West High Street and East High Street or anywhere close by, our applicators can take on the job. Main roads around Lauder include the A68 and B6362, which makes travel easy. Close by, we work in Nether Blainslie (3 miles south-east), Oxton (4 miles north-west), Stow (5 miles south-west), Killochyett (5 miles west) and Earlston (6 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Galashiels (8 miles south), Kelso (15 miles south-east), Selkirk (12 miles south), Innerleithen (14 miles south-west), Melrose (8 miles south) and Langlee (8 miles south).
Near you in Lauder
The closest station to Lauder is Stow station, about 5 miles south-west. A little further out are Thirlestane Castle (within half a mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Addinston Hill.
When something else is needed
We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what sealant can’t put right:
- Leaks from a shower valve, waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- A tray or worktop that needs refixing first
- Sealant in an older building that needs testing for asbestos first
Not sure which it is? You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly.
Where we work in Lauder
- Expansion joints
- Shrunken worktop sealant
- Failed movement joints
- Leaking tray & enclosure joints
- Botched or over-sealed joints
- Mouldy bath & shower sealant
What the job involves on each surface
Over-sealed & botched joints
Every layer has to come out, including the smears and film on surrounding tiles. New sealant needs a fully clean surface.
Windows & doors
A frame that keeps leaking may not be the mastic. We check the joint and tell you if it looks to be something else.
Why act early in Lauder
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.
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, the access and the products needed, along with when we can work on site. Ask us for a quote and we will go through it with you.
Why Lauder customers choose us
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
- Old sealant always removed completely
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
Read what affects the cost or customer reviews.
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What we do, step by step
All our tools and materials come with us in the van, so you do not need to buy or prepare anything. Once we have agreed what’s being done, the area is protected and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours for most joints, depending on how much old sealant has to come out. Outside jobs in Lauder need a dry day, because sealant won’t bond to a wet joint, so external jobs may need to move if the day turns wet. Work indoors isn’t affected.
- Surrounding tiles, trays and frames are protected first.
- Every layer of failed sealant is stripped out.
- The joint is degreased and checked for movement and leaks.
- Once dry, a suitable sealant is applied and tooled.
- You get the cure time and our view on why the joint failed.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored near the joints
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
- Mention any tricky access
Ask for a quote
The more we know about the job, the more useful the quote. Tell us where the job is, what’s wrong and how much there is, and email photos if that is easy.
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DIY versus a professional finish
Too much sealant is as bad as too little. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.
If you’re set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: remove every trace of old sealant, clean and dry the joint, and follow the product’s cure time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still put it right.
For landlords and businesses
We also work for businesses, from offices to washrooms and kitchens. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Tell us the address, the job and how access works and we’ll quote.
Common questions in Lauder
Do you work for hotels and guest houses in Lauder?
Yes, we work for hotels as well as homes and businesses. Rooms can be done a few at a time, so the building stays open.
Do you work for landlords with property near Stow station?
Yes, we work for letting agents and landlords. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and a few details, and we’ll give you a fixed price before any work starts.
How long should I leave it?
Different products cure at different speeds, so follow the cure time we give you when we finish.
How long will it take to strip and reseal the joint?
Allow a few hours, depending on how many layers have to come out. We’ll give you a timescale when we quote.
Is there any odour?
Sometimes, a little. It fades as the sealant cures, and ventilation helps.
Will you leave a mess?
Not at all. We work neatly, protect the area around the joints and tidy up afterwards.
Where do you work from?
Our base is in Crawley, and we work across South East England, London and Scotland.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to the joints, so we’ll agree that with you when we book. Indoors, that normally means someone at home.
How we quote for remedial sealant
Call for a quick quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- Access and height
- Working hours on commercial sites
- The product the joint needs
The cost depends on the size of the job, how much old material has to come out and how easy the joints are to reach. You will have a clear quote before any work starts.
What we need to know
When you contact us, these details help:
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel
- The problem you’ve noticed
- Photos by email, if that is easy
It all starts with a short chat. Describe the problem, the location and the size of the job. When it suits you, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.