Perth and Kinross · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Aberargie, Perth and Kinross
We cover Aberargie for traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick. Old material cut out, joints cleaned and sealed neatly and a 12-month guarantee.
- Mastic round period door frames that has failed
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Open joints round the window box
Sand mastic in Aberargie
We work across Aberargie renewing sand mastic on sash windows and doors. Every joint is cleaned out and filled by hand, finished to suit the masonry. Typical jobs include crumbling sand mastic round a window and draughty sash windows at the surround, across sash and case windows, period & listed homes and timber door frames.
Older stone-built homes in Scotland often have sash and case or timber windows set in stone. The sealant has to suit the stone, which rules out acetoxy silicones that can mark or attack it.
All of our work is guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you are.
- Place
- Aberargie (PH2)
- Wider area
- Perth and Kinross
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Questions from Aberargie
Is Aberargie within the area you cover?
Yes, Aberargie is covered. We work across all of Scotland, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you do sand mastic in Aberargie?
Yes, Aberargie 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.
Is sand mastic better than silicone for my windows?
We will talk it through with you. Sand mastic suits many period homes and newer frames suit modern sealant.
Will you leave a mess?
No. We protect the surfaces around the joints, and we clear up the old sealant and our materials before we leave.
Is consent needed for window work on a listed home?
Yes, it’s worth checking. Ask your local planning authority whether consent is needed for listed or conservation-area properties.
Will there be a smell?
Possibly a little. Any smell clears as the sealant cures.
How long does the job take?
A typical job takes a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints, including the preparation. Your quote will say how long we expect yours to take.
Does someone need to be in?
We need access to the joints, so we will agree that with you when we book. For inside work, that normally means someone being in.
What sealant work can’t fix
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Timber that has rotted
- Damaged stone surrounds
- Broken panes
Not sure which it is? You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly.
Surfaces we seal
- Tenement windows
- Sash and case windows
- Stone surrounds
- Brick reveals
- Timber door frames
- Period & listed homes
Landlords, agents and businesses in Aberargie
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Tell us the address, the job and how access works.
For anyone letting property in or around Aberargie, jobs at different addresses can be quoted together. Just tell us the addresses and what each one needs, and photos by email help.
Why deal with it now?
Not every draught comes from the sashes themselves. Gaps between the frame and the wall can be just as bad, and renewing the mastic closes them. Exposed walls in smaller Scottish places take a lot of wind and rain, and damp in stone or harled walls takes a long time to dry once water gets behind a joint.
A few things move the cost up or down: how much old sealant there is and how stubborn it is, whether mould needs treating, and whether we need extra access for height. We take all of that into account in your quote.
Why Aberargie customers choose us
- 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews
- Experience in homes, commercial sites and hotels
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Every job guaranteed for a year
See how sealant jobs are priced and our reviews.
Keeping the joints in good condition
Once the sealant has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Do not run silicone over sand mastic
- Go gently near the mastic when preparing windows
- Ask the planning authority about consent for listed or conservation-area homes
- Sort the mastic before the decorators arrive
Avoid painting over the new mastic, as traditional guidance advises. If you’re redecorating, ask us first.
An open joint round the box lets weather through. The longer it’s left, the more the joint opens.
Other services in Aberargie
Different surfaces, different methods
Timber door frames
Period doors in stone or brick openings are often pointed with sand mastic. The method is the same as for windows.
Brick reveals
Gaps between frame and brick let in rain and draughts. Renewing the mastic closes it.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we look over the joints with you first, so you know exactly what we are doing. We protect the surfaces around the joints before any work begins. The work normally takes a few hours for a single window, longer for several. Outside jobs in Aberargie need a dry day, because sealant will not bond to a wet joint, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Indoor work goes ahead whatever the weather.
- First we agree which joints need doing.
- We remove the old, loose mastic.
- We pack any deep voids first.
- We apply the mastic by hand and shape it.
- The surface is finished to suit the stone or brick.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
How to get a quote
Asking for a quote is easy: let us know what needs doing and where and its rough size. Photos by email help us understand the job, and we will come back to you with a quote.
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What affects the quote in Aberargie
Some jobs are bigger than they look, and some smaller. The main factors:
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- Any working-time requirements on site
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- Whether the work is at height
Doing several joints on one visit is usually more efficient than separate visits. We’ll give you a clear quote for the lot.
Asking for a quote
When you call or email, it’s useful to know:
- Where the property is
- The type of property
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
For a quote, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us where the job is and what the problem looks like. We will send you a clear quote before any work starts.
What sand mastic looks like in Aberargie
Aberargie is within about 3 miles of the coast, and homes near the sea take more wind-driven rain, with salt in the air closer to the shore. That’s hard on the mastic around older windows and doors, especially on the side facing the sea. Many older homes in Scotland have sash and case windows, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic.
For jobs in and around Aberargie, choosing the right material for each joint is as important as a tidy finish. In and around Aberargie, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Aberargie is about 6 miles south-east of Perth, in Perth and Kinross. Aberargie gets the same service as everywhere we cover: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee. Our Perth and Kinross coverage runs to 107 places, Aberargie among them. You can also see our page for Dundee, about 17 miles away.
Here we cover the PH2 postcode area for sand mastic. Close by, we work in Abernethy (2 miles east), Bridge of Earn (2 miles north-west), St Madoes (4 miles north-east), Tarsappie (4 miles north-west) and Glenfarg (4 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Perth (6 miles north-west), Auchterarder (14 miles west), Kinross (9 miles south), Letham (7 miles north-west), Scone (7 miles north) and Tulloch (7 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Aberargie
Other landmarks nearby include Bridge of Earn Hospital (1.9 miles north-west) and Museum of Abernethy (1.6 miles east). The countryside around Aberargie includes Pitcairlie Hill.