Glasgow · Scotland
Possilpark Remedial Sealant
Remedial sealant across Possilpark and nearby, with old sealant always removed completely and a one-year guarantee.
- Beads that never stuck properly
- A second bead peeling off the first
- Decorators’ caulk around a bath or shower
Remedial sealant in Possilpark
A joint that keeps failing generally has a reason. A tray that moves, a worktop that isn’t fixed, the wrong sealant or water getting in elsewhere will defeat even a perfect bead. We look for the cause before we reseal. Common call-outs are for worktop sealant that has shrunk and split and black mould underneath the bead, across mouldy bath & shower sealant, leaking tray & enclosure joints and failed movement joints.
From stone-built tenements to new flats and suburban houses, Possilpark is in a city with every kind of home. Generally soft Scottish water means less limescale, but steam and poor ventilation still let mould into the sealant and grout.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you are.
- Where
- Possilpark (G22, G20, G21)
- Wider area
- Glasgow
- Cover
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY sealant or a professional job?
Not every job suits DIY: work at height, external movement joints, fire-rated sealant and large areas need the right product, the right access and the right method.
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We cut it out and start again, so tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
What happens if it’s left?
Leaks that are left keep doing damage out of sight: wet floors, stained ceilings and swollen worktops. By comparison, sorting the joint is quick. For landlords in Possilpark, damp and leaks can be a Repairing Standard issue, so failed sealant is best replaced before it becomes a complaint.
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. Size, access and the product the joint needs all play a part, and we will explain the quote if you ask.
Why Possilpark customers choose us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Rated 4.9 stars on Google
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
- Arbo and Everbuild products
Read our cost guide or our reviews.
FAQs for Possilpark
Do you work for landlords with property near Ashfield station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the property, and we will give you a clear quote.
Do you take on hotel work around Possilpark?
Yes, we work for hotels as well as homes and businesses. A room-by-room programme keeps most rooms in use while the work goes on.
Does someone need to be in?
For indoor joints, yes, someone needs to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
How long should I leave it?
Most sealants are touch-dry well before they’re fully cured. We will give you the cure time for the product we used before we leave.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We hold ARBOMaster approved applicator status and we’re fully insured too.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes. Tell us about everything you’d like done.
What should I tell you?
Where the job is, what the problem is and roughly how big it is. If you can, email a few pictures.
Can you reseal a split movement joint?
Yes. Where mortar or filler has been used instead of sealant, it’s removed where it can be, then the joint is sealed properly.
How the visit works
At the end, we look at the finished work together and explain the cure time. The work normally takes a few hours, depending on how many layers have to come out, depending on the size of the job. Many homes in Scotland’s cities are tenement flats, reached through a shared close and up a common stair. In Possilpark, it helps to know the floor, the door entry arrangements and the nearest parking.
- First we find out how and where the joint has failed.
- We strip the joint completely, removing any layers below.
- Next, any mould is treated and the joint dried.
- We use the right backing and sealant for any joint that moves.
- Finally we finish the joint and talk you through what we found.
Before we arrive
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Mention any parking rules near the property
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’s easy.
Advice
For landlords and businesses
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report, and it’s easy to sort out between tenants. Several properties can be quoted together.
Letting agents often deal with us directly. Tell us the address, the job and how access works.
More services for Possilpark
Different surfaces, different methods
Over-sealed & botched joints
Thick, smeared sealant looks messy and hides problems. We strip it back so we can see the joint.
Leaking trays & enclosures
A shower that leaks after resealing often has a tray that moves or an enclosure sealed on the wrong side. Both are checked before we reseal.
Possilpark homes and their sealant
Possilpark has hotels and guest accommodation nearby. As well as homes, we work in hotel bathrooms, where resealing and regrouting can be done room by room. Sandstone tenements are a big part of Glasgow’s housing, where most bathrooms sit above another flat.
Schools such as St Aloysius' College are buildings too, and its toilets, changing areas and kitchens need their sealant renewed like any other building’s. For landlords with property near Ashfield station, a joint that keeps failing is best fixed properly while the property is empty. Homes close to St Teresa's R C Church include some older properties, and timber floors under older bathrooms flex, so joints need a sealant that moves with them.
Possilpark is about 2 miles north-east of Hillhead, in Glasgow. Anywhere in G22, our applicators can take on remedial sealant. We cover 183 towns and villages across Glasgow, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in G22, G20 and G21 is within our area for remedial sealant. Local streets include Walnut Road, Balmore Road and Drumfearn Road, all of which we cover. Possilpark sits on or near the A879, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover for remedial sealant include Parkhouse (1 mile north), Cowlairs (1 mile south-east), Hamiltonhill (1 mile south-west), Ruchill (1 mile west) and Lambhill (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Langside (4 miles south), Yoker (5 miles west), Mount Florida (4 miles south), Hillpark (5 miles south), Shawlands (4 miles south) and Temple (3 miles west).
Landmarks near Possilpark
We work in homes and buildings around College of Piping, Andersonian Library and Springburn Park. Possilpark has its own railway station: Ashfield station. Other landmarks nearby include Chinatown (1.2 miles south) and Ruchill Hospital (0.5 miles west). For a walk, there’s Hogganfield Loch and Lenzie Moss.
When it isn’t the sealant
Honest advice matters more to us than a booking, so here’s what new sealant won’t do:
- Leaks from a shower valve, waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)
- Tiles that have come away from the wall
- Older mastics that may need an asbestos check before removal
Not sure which it is? You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we seal
- Failed movement joints
- Shrunken worktop sealant
- Leaking tray & enclosure joints
- Botched or over-sealed joints
- Expansion joints
- Mouldy bath & shower sealant
Aftercare tips
So the new joints stay in good condition:
- Keep the room well ventilated
- Always have old sealant cut out, not covered
- Keep movement joints clear of mortar and paint
- Look for stains below bathrooms now and then
Keep an eye on the joint at first, especially if movement was the problem. If anything changes, just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
If a joint has failed more than once, stop resealing it. Have someone find out why, otherwise the next attempt will fail too.