Perth and Kinross · Scotland
Sand mastic for sash & case windows in Hillyland, Perth and Kinross
Professional sand mastic in and around Hillyland, with old sealant always removed completely and a 12-month guarantee.
- Mastic that needs renewing before redecorating
- A silicone bead on a sash window that spoils the look
- Mastic worn away on windows facing the weather
About our sand mastic in Hillyland
Old sand mastic cracks, crumbles and falls out over time, leaving gaps round the window. Renewing it closes the gap so the surround looks right again. We work on sash and case windows, timber door frames and brick reveals, and people most often call us about mastic round period door frames that has failed and weathered mastic on the most exposed windows.
Many older Scottish homes still have timber windows set into stone walls. Those suit a traditional sand mastic or a neutral-cure sealant, not an acetoxy silicone that can attack some stone.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Location
- Hillyland (PH1)
- Wider area
- Perth and Kinross
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- A clear price before work begins
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
When to call us in Hillyland
Over the years, sand mastic weathers. It hardens, cracks and starts to come away on the stone or timber.
The most common problems we see are:
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Old cement repairs round a window that have failed
- Wind and rain getting in round a sash window
- Window mastic to renew ahead of painting
For landlords with property near Perth station, any sash windows need sound mastic to keep draughts and rain out.
Before you book anyone
- What the cure time is
- What happens if the job turns out different
- Which colour the sealant will be
- The length of the guarantee
What affects the quote in Hillyland
Some jobs are bigger than they look, and some smaller. What affects the quote:
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- The size of the job
- The type of sealant required
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
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.
Helping us quote
When you call or email, these details help:
- If someone has resealed it before
- The type of property
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- Where the property is
There’s no standard price list, as no two jobs are quite the same. Instead, your job gets its own clear quote. To get started, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
Surface by surface
Timber door frames
Period doors in stone or brick openings are often pointed with sand mastic. We renew it the same way as on windows.
Sash and case windows
Sash windows are where we do most sand mastic work. We renew the mastic round each box.
Aftercare tips
Good habits help new joints last longer. Our tips:
- Do not run silicone over sand mastic
- Make sure water runs off the sill
- Don’t paint over the new mastic
- Avoid heavy scraping on the mastic joint
When preparing windows for paint, take care around the mastic. Hard scraping can loosen it.
It’s best to renew mastic before painting the windows. Painting over failed mastic hides the problem for a while.
Sand mastic in Hillyland: local notes
Under the Repairing Standard, private landlords in Scotland have to keep homes wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that. Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, and the joint between the box frame and the stone or render is traditionally pointed with sand mastic.
Managing a site like Perth High School? Then the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Hillyland is about 1 mile west of Perth, in Perth and Kinross. Jobs in Hillyland get the same care as everywhere else we work: the old material taken out, joints prepared properly and a 12-month guarantee. Hillyland is one of 107 places in Perth and Kinross we cover for sand mastic. For nearby work, see our Dundee page, about 20 miles away.
Every address in PH1 is covered for sand mastic, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as Leny Road, Fittis Road and Dexter Road. Hillyland is on the A9, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover the places around Hillyland: Letham (1 mile south-east), Huntingtower (1 mile north-west), Ruthvenfield (1 mile north-west), Tulloch (1 mile north-east) and Scone (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Blairgowrie and Rattray (14 miles north-east), Crieff (14 miles west), Auchterarder (11 miles south-west), Kinross (13 miles south), Coupar Angus (13 miles north-east) and Rattray (14 miles north-east).
What’s near Hillyland
We work in homes and buildings around North Inch and the streets around them. Hillyland’s nearest station is Perth station, roughly 1.8 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include St John's Shopping Centre (2 miles east) and Huntingtower Castle (0.5 miles north-west). Not far away are Dupplin Lake and Mailer Hill.
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Why act early in Hillyland
A silicone bead can be quicker, but it can look wrong on a period surround. Sand mastic suits the building and blends with the stone or brick. In a place like Hillyland, small leaks are easy to put off, but water through a failed joint keeps working away until it’s fixed.
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: how much there is to do, how we reach it and what it needs, along with when we can work on site. Ask us for a quote and we’ll go through it with you.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Hillyland
- Over 20 years’ experience
- We never seal over old sealant
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews
Take a look at what affects the cost and our reviews.
How the visit works
Once we’re on site, we compare the joints with what we discussed. If anything is different, we explain it before carrying on. Most jobs then take a few hours per window, depending on the condition of the joints. Outside jobs in Hillyland need a dry day, because sealant won’t bond to a wet joint, so external jobs may need to move if the day turns wet. Work indoors is not affected.
- We start by checking each surround and agreeing the joints to renew.
- The loose and crumbling mastic is raked out and the joint cleaned.
- Deep voids are packed so the mastic is the right thickness.
- Sand mastic is mixed and applied by hand, then shaped to the joint.
- We dress the surface so it sits neatly against the masonry.
How to prepare
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
Getting a quote
Call for a quick quote, or send an email if you’d rather. Tell us about the joints that need doing and we’ll talk you through the work.
Related advice
Hillyland questions
Do you cover smaller places like Hillyland?
Yes. Hillyland is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Is Hillyland in your area for sand mastic?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Hillyland is part of that. You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us what needs doing, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
Can sand mastic be painted?
Sand mastic is normally left unpainted, as guidance on traditional windows advises. Talk to us before any painting near it.
What sealant do you use?
Each joint gets the product that suits it. Movement, water and weather all affect the choice.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes. Tell us about everything you’d like done and you will get one quote.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. We work in offices, washrooms, hotels and other commercial premises. We can talk about working times when we quote.
Where do you work from?
Our base is in Crawley, West Sussex, and we cover South East England, London and all of Scotland.
Can I do it myself?
Some simple jobs can be done by a careful DIYer. Most DIY failures come from sealing over old material, wet joints or too much sealant.
When something else is needed
Some problems need a builder, plumber or other trade rather than us:
- Damaged stone surrounds
- Planning or listed building consent (your local planning authority decides)
- Decayed frames that need repair
If you’re not sure, just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we seal
- Stone surrounds
- Timber door frames
- Tenement windows
- Period & listed homes
- Brick reveals
- Sash and case windows