Highland · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Arabella, Highland
Traditional burnt sand mastic around sash and case windows and doors in stone and brick in Arabella, with a 12-month guarantee on every job. Ask us for a quote.
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
- Patchy fillers round a sash window
Sand mastic in Arabella
If your home is listed or in a conservation area, check with your local planning authority if consent is needed before window work. Like-for-like sand mastic is often the preferred finish. Typical jobs include old cement repairs round a window that have failed and a silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look, on tenement windows, period & listed homes and sash and case windows.
Across smaller places in Scotland, homes range from stone and harled cottages to newer houses, many standing in the open. Exposed frames and sills take the full force of wind-driven rain.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Where
- Arabella (IV19)
- Region
- Highland
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Quotes for sand mastic in Arabella
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- How much there is to do
- The old material and how stubborn it is
- Working hours on commercial sites
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, the access and the products needed, plus any working-time requirements on site. Ask us for a quote and we will explain what it covers.
What to tell us for a quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Try to tell us:
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- Whether it’s a home or a business
It all starts with a short chat. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is. When it suits you, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Common problems we fix in Arabella
Decorating can disturb tired mastic. Many people find it crumbling when they prepare the windows.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Old cement repairs round a window that have failed
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
- Open joints round the window box
- Mastic dropping out of the joint
Around Arabella, as everywhere, sand mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
What to look for in a quote
- Which sealant they’ll use, and why
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- How hidden problems are handled
Why act early in Arabella
Cement-based fillers and modern sealants do not always suit a period surround. Sand mastic matches what was there, which can matter on listed and conservation-area homes. In an older home around Arabella, damp from a failed joint can get into timber and plaster, which is a far bigger job than the sealant.
Some things make a job bigger or smaller: how much old sealant there is and how stubborn it is, any mould to treat, and whether we need extra access for height. Your quote takes all of that into account.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Arabella
- ARBOMaster approved applicator
- Old sealant always removed completely
- Fully insured
- A 12-month guarantee on all work
Read our cost guide and our reviews.
Honest limits
Sealant is not the answer to every problem, and we will tell you before work begins. It won’t solve:
- Damaged stone surrounds
- Rotten sashes, sills or window boxes (a joiner’s job)
- Broken panes
Not sure which it is? You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we seal
- Tenement windows
- Timber door frames
- Stone surrounds
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows
Questions from Arabella
Do you work for landlords with property near Fearn station?
Yes, we work for landlords and letting agents. You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and a few details, and we’ll give you a fixed price before we start.
Will you come out to Arabella?
Yes. Arabella is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work across all of Scotland. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you have insurance?
Yes, we’re fully insured for domestic and commercial work.
Can old silicone round a sash window be swapped for sand mastic?
Generally, yes. With the silicone removed and the joint cleaned, sand mastic is applied by hand.
How long does the job take?
Typically it takes anything from a few hours to a full day, depending on how many windows. Larger jobs naturally take longer.
Where are you based?
Our base is Crawley, with over 20 years’ experience. Our area covers South East England, London and Scotland.
What does sand mastic cost?
We do not publish prices, because the cost depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. You will get a clear quote before we start.
Is consent needed for window work on a listed home?
Your local planning authority is the one to ask. They decide whether consent is needed.
Arabella homes and the weather
Arabella is close to the coast, where wind-driven rain is a fact of life and, nearer the shore, so is salt air. That is 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.
Letting a property close to Fearn station? Then cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about.
Arabella is about 13 miles north of Nairn, in Highland. For sand mastic in and around Arabella, please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk for a quick quote. We’re based in Crawley and cover Highland. We cover 253 towns and villages across Highland, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the IV19 postcode area for sand mastic. Other places close to Arabella include Hill of Fearn (2 miles north-east), Fearn (2 miles north-east), Pitcalnie (2 miles south), Kildary (2 miles west) and Nigg (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Nairn (13 miles south), Tain (4 miles north-west), Alness (10 miles south-west), Dornoch (9 miles north), Invergordon (8 miles south-west) and Fortrose (13 miles south). Remote and island addresses need a little more planning, so tell us where you are when you ask for a quote.
Local landmarks in Arabella
Arabella’s nearest station is Fearn station, about 1.5 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Milntown Castle (2.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Arabella include Loch Eye.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Arabella
Hotels need rooms back in use, so we plan the work room by room around your bookings where we can. Hotel work is part of what we do, alongside homes and businesses.
Failed sealant is one of the commonest items on a check-out report, and it’s easy to sort out between tenants. We can quote for more than one property at once.
Can I do it myself?
The difference is mostly in the preparation and the product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, then guaranteed for a year.
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that’s fine. We cut it out and start again.
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How the visit works
When we get to you, we check the joints match what you told us. If we find something unexpected, we talk it through with you first. Most jobs then take a few hours for a single window, longer for several. For a place like Arabella, longer drives are planned in advance. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- We look at the surrounds with you and agree the joints to renew.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
- Where the joints are inside, avoid wetting them before we arrive
- Tell us if parking is tricky
Getting a quote
Call for a quick quote, or email us if that’s easier. Describe what needs sealing and we will talk you through the work before giving you a price.