Aberdeenshire · Scotland
Remedial Sealant in Strichen
Remedial sealant for Strichen, by sealant specialists with 20+ years’ experience. Rated 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews.
- A shower that leaks however often it’s resealed
- Beads that never stuck properly
- Thick, messy sealant smeared over tiles
What affects the cost of remedial sealant
For a quick quote, just ask. What matters most is:
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- Any working-time requirements on site
- The product the joint needs
- How many areas need sealing
There are no prices on our website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. For a quick quote, please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll talk you through it.
What we need to know
When you call or email, it’s useful to know:
- The type of property
- Roughly how big the job is
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- If someone has resealed it before
Every job is quoted individually. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details.
How we handle remedial sealant in Strichen
A movement joint stops working when its sealant splits or sets hard. The old sealant comes out and backing goes in to control the depth, then a flexible sealant matched to the movement goes in. We work on shrunken worktop sealant, mouldy bath & shower sealant and leaking tray & enclosure joints, and people most often call us about kitchen joints letting water behind the worktop and a shower that leaks however often it’s resealed.
Being further from a city does not change the work: old material out, joints cleaned and dried, and a fresh, even finish. The journey and access are simply planned in advance.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, in Strichen and everywhere else we cover.
- Place
- Strichen (AB43)
- Wider area
- Aberdeenshire
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
How to look after the new joints
Once the sealant has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Always have old sealant cut out, not covered
- Get the cause of a repeat leak found before resealing
- Keep bleach and abrasives off the bead
- Run the fan after every shower
Clean gently: a mild cleaner and a soft cloth, with no blades or scourers.
Movement joints that have split let water into the structure, and the longer it’s left, the more the joint edges break down. Resealing while the edges are sound is simpler.
What we cannot put right
Sealant isn’t the answer to every problem, and we’ll tell you before work begins. It will not solve:
- Tiles that have come away from the wall
- Movement from fittings that are not supported
- A tray or bath that’s cracked
If in doubt, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Botched or over-sealed joints
- Leaking tray & enclosure joints
- Mouldy bath & shower sealant
- Failed movement joints
- Shrunken worktop sealant
- Expansion joints
What happens on the day
You don’t need to clear the whole room or building before we come, only the area right around the joints. Everything nearby is protected, and the job takes a few hours for most joints, depending on how much old sealant has to come out for a typical job. Outdoor work around Strichen depends on the weather, as sealant needs a dry surface, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Work indoors isn’t affected.
- First we work out whether the problem is the sealant, movement or a leak.
- Old beads and residue are removed down to clean surfaces.
- Mould is treated and the joint dried.
- The right product goes in, with backing where the joint moves.
- We finish neatly and point out anything that needs another trade.
Preparing for the visit
- Move anything stored near the joints
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
Ask for a quote
If you’re in Strichen and need remedial sealant, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk. Tell us what the problem is and where, and we’ll agree the price before any work begins.
Related advice
When to call us in Strichen
Even good sealant ages. Mould grows into the silicone, the surface hardens and the bead shrinks, faster where ventilation is poor. Then the only fix is removal and a new bead.
People generally contact us when they notice one of these:
- Sealant applied over old sealant that has lifted
- Black mould underneath the bead
- A shower that leaks however often it’s resealed
- Torn expansion joints
In and around Strichen, as anywhere, good remedial sealant starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What to look for in a quote
- What product goes in the joint
- Whether they seal over old material or remove it
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether they’re fully insured
Can I do it myself?
A careful DIYer can reseal a simple joint, such as a straightforward joint indoors. Where it goes wrong is sealing over the old bead, working on a wet joint or overloading the gap.
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. We take joints back to clean, dry surfaces, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, then guaranteed for a year.
Also near Strichen
What else we do in Strichen
Remedial sealant in Strichen: local notes
Scottish Water supplies are generally soft, so limescale is less of a problem than in hard-water areas. Mould is another matter: a bathroom that stays damp still turns sealant and grout black. Private landlords in Scotland must be registered and meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping fixtures and fittings in reasonable repair. Tired, leaking sealant is worth putting right before a new tenant moves in.
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints' Episcopal Church, bathrooms in older houses have often been refitted more than once, with sealant laid over sealant.
Strichen is about 7 miles south of Fraserburgh, in Aberdeenshire. Jobs in Strichen get the same care as everywhere else we work: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a one-year guarantee. Strichen is one of 161 towns and villages in Aberdeenshire we cover for remedial sealant. Aberdeen is on our list too, around 30 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here for remedial sealant: AB43. If you need remedial sealant at a property on High Street, Market Terrace and Market Lane or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. With the B9093 close by, Strichen is simple for us to get to for remedial sealant. We also cover the places around Strichen: New Leeds (3 miles east), Fetterangus (4 miles south-east), New Pitsligo (4 miles west), Memsie (5 miles north) and Maud (5 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Peterhead (12 miles south-east), Fraserburgh (7 miles north), Ellon (15 miles south), Turriff (14 miles west), Roanheads (13 miles south-east) and Clerkhill (12 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Strichen
In Strichen, that means homes and buildings near Anderson and Woodman Library. A little further out are Brucklay Castle (3.9 miles south-west) and Maud Hospital (4.9 miles south). For a walk, there’s Mormond Hill and Strichen Lake.
How the job changes by surface
Over-sealed & botched joints
Botched joints sometimes have damaged edges from earlier scraping. We take care not to make it worse, and point out any existing damage.
Windows & doors
Some leaks around windows come from the wall or the window itself. We check the joint and tell you if it looks to be something else.
Common questions in Strichen
Is Strichen in your area for remedial sealant?
Yes, Strichen is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing, and we will give you a clear price.
What guarantee comes with remedial sealant in Strichen?
All our work, in Strichen and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We’re also fully insured and ARBOMaster approved.
How long should I leave it?
That depends on the sealant used, so please follow the time we give you when we finish.
Do you offer different sealant colours?
Yes. Sealants come in white, clear, grey and other colours, and we will agree it with you first.
Can I do it myself?
Sometimes. The key is preparation: remove all the old material and work on a clean, dry joint. If it does not work out, we can redo it.
Is it messy?
Tidy work is part of the job. Nearby surfaces are protected, and the area is left clean when we finish.
Can tenants book the work?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Can you strip sealant from an acrylic tray safely?
Yes. We cut and lift the old sealant with tools suited to the surface, and the residue is cleaned away. We point out any damage that is already there.