Na h-Eileanan Siar · Scotland
Remedial sealant & repairs in Plasterfield, Na h-Eileanan Siar
Removing failed, mouldy or leaking sealant and putting it right for householders, landlords and businesses in Plasterfield. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Beads that never stuck properly
- Caulk or the wrong sealant used in a wet area
- Dark patches showing through the sealant
When to call us in Plasterfield
Some joints fail because water is reaching them from behind. A leaking valve, a failed waste or cracked grout feeds water behind the bead, and the sealant lifts or goes mouldy from underneath.
The problems people usually mention when they call are:
- Repeat leaks from the same joint
- Thick, messy sealant smeared over tiles
- Worktop sealant that has shrunk and split
- Sealant peeling off a dusty or damp surface
If you live in an older home near Stornoway High Church, timber floors under older bathrooms flex, so joints need a sealant that moves with them.
Comparing quotes
- How the joint is cleaned and prepared
- How the colour is chosen
- Whether they seal over old material or remove it
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
Remedial sealant for homes and businesses in Plasterfield
A joint that keeps failing generally has a reason. Movement, the wrong product or a leak from somewhere else will beat any new bead. Finding that cause comes before any new sealant. We work on shrunken worktop sealant, failed movement joints and leaking tray & enclosure joints, and the jobs we see most are sealant that came away because the surface wasn’t prepared and thick, messy sealant smeared over tiles.
For a place like Plasterfield, the job is the same as anywhere: everything old is cut out, the joints are cleaned and dried, and new sealant or grout goes in. We just plan the journey and access beforehand.
You are covered for a year from the day we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Where
- Plasterfield (HS1, HS2)
- Region
- Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What we can’t put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Tiles that have come away from the wall
- A bath, tray or worktop that moves until it’s properly fixed
- Old mastic in a building from before 2000 that should be checked for asbestos before it’s disturbed
If you are not sure, just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Where we work in Plasterfield
- Shrunken worktop sealant
- Botched or over-sealed joints
- Leaking tray & enclosure joints
- Expansion joints
- Mouldy bath & shower sealant
- Failed movement joints
What remedial sealant looks like in Plasterfield
Plasterfield is close to the coast. Near the coast, holiday lets and guest houses can see bathrooms used by one guest after another, which wears sealant and grout out faster than in a quiet home. Work on the islands has to be planned around ferry crossings and the weather, so give us as much notice as you can.
In and around Plasterfield, as anywhere, good remedial sealant starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Plasterfield is about 1 mile east of Stornoway, in Na h-Eileanan Siar. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Plasterfield is covered for remedial sealant, old or new, large or small. The work is guaranteed for a year. Plasterfield is one of 87 towns and villages in Na h-Eileanan Siar we cover.
Postcode districts we cover here for remedial sealant: HS1 and HS2. Remedial sealant is available to properties on Simons Road, Anderson Road and Moss Park and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Plasterfield: Sandwick (1 mile south), Steinis (1 mile north-east), Sanndabhaig (1 mile south-east), Stornoway (1 mile west) and Branahuie (1 mile east). Plasterfield is among the bigger towns we cover in Na h-Eileanan Siar. If you are somewhere remote, a little more planning is needed, so let us know when you get in touch.
Landmarks near Plasterfield
Well-known places in the area include Western Isles Hospital (1.1 miles north-west) and Lewis Loom Centre (1.1 miles west). Open spaces near Plasterfield include Loch Àirigh na Lic.
Questions from Plasterfield
Is Plasterfield in your area for remedial sealant?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Plasterfield is part of that. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear quote.
Do you work for hotels and guest houses in Plasterfield?
Yes, hotels and guest houses are among the places we work. Rooms can be done a few at a time, so the building stays open.
Do you hold any approvals?
Yes. ARBOMaster is the approved applicator scheme for Arbo sealants, and we are part of it.
Do you have insurance?
Yes. We are fully insured.
Can old silicone be taken off without scratching the tiles?
Yes. We take our time over removal, especially on acrylic, enamel and uPVC.
Can you remove sealant that’s been put over old sealant?
Yes. Each layer is cut out and the residue cleaned off, then the joint is resealed once.
What happens if the problem is the tray or the plumbing?
We check for that before we reseal. If the fault is elsewhere, you’ll know before any work is done.
What do you put in the joint?
Quality sealants from brands including Arbo and Everbuild, picked for each joint. We explain the product when we quote.
What else we do in Plasterfield
What we do, step by step
At the end, we look at the finished work together and explain the cure time. The visit itself usually takes a few hours, depending on how many layers have to come out, depending on how much there is to do. Around Plasterfield, distance and access matter more than parking. Let us know how to find you and how to reach the joints, and the visit is planned around that.
- We look at how the sealant has failed and check for movement or a leak path.
- Every layer of old sealant is cut and cleaned out.
- We clean the joint, treat any mould and let it dry.
- We use the right backing and sealant for any joint that moves.
- Finally we finish the joint and talk you through what we found.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention if the joints have been sealed before
- Mention any parking rules near the property
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
Ask for a quote
The more we know about the job, the more useful the quote. Let us know the location, the problem and roughly how many joints, and add pictures by email if you can.
Advice
Why act early in Plasterfield
DIY removal often leaves scratches and a film of residue, and the residue left behind stops the next bead bonding. Careful removal is most of a remedial job. 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.
Instead of a standard rate, we price the job in front of us: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. The price is agreed before we begin.
Why Plasterfield customers choose us
- 20+ years of sealant experience
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
- We leave the area clean and tidy
- Homes, businesses and hotels
Read how sealant jobs are priced and our reviews.
What the job involves on each surface
Movement & expansion joints
Joints filled with mortar, grout or rigid filler cannot move. Where it can be raked out, we replace it with flexible sealant.
Windows & doors
Failed frame mastic is often hard, cracked and in several layers. We remove it all and clean back to sound surfaces before backing and resealing.
Landlord and commercial work in Plasterfield
Landlords and agents in Plasterfield can book us as well as householders. Sealant work between tenants keeps a property looking cared for.
Housing providers, facilities teams and property managers book us too. We can quote a run of properties together, and we’re fully insured for the work.
What affects the cost of remedial sealant
You will get a clear quote before work begins. It’s based on:
- When we can work, for business premises
- The type of sealant required
- Any mould that needs treating
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
No two jobs are quite the same, so we quote each one individually. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all play a part, and we’ll explain the quote if you ask.
What to tell us for a quote
When you call or email, these details help:
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- How we’d reach the joints
- Where the property is
Want a quote for remedial sealant? Please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. You’ll know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.