Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland
Sand Mastic in Templand
Sand mastic across Templand and nearby, with every bit of old sealant taken out first and a 12-month guarantee.
- Weathered mastic on the most exposed windows
- Open joints round the window box
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
Honest limits
In fairness, some problems need a different trade:
- Cracked or broken glass
- Rotten sashes, sills or window boxes (a joiner’s job)
- Crumbling stone or brickwork round the window
Not sure which it is? You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will tell you honestly.
Surfaces we seal
- Period & listed homes
- Sash and case windows
- Tenement windows
- Stone surrounds
- Brick reveals
- Timber door frames
Sand mastic for homes and businesses in Templand
On many period windows, sand mastic looks right and suits the building. Newer frames usually get a flexible sealant instead, and we’ll talk through which suits your home. Typical jobs include mastic round period door frames that has failed and old cement repairs round a window that have failed, on stone surrounds, timber door frames and brick reveals.
Many older Scottish homes still have timber windows set into stone walls. The sealant has to suit the stone, which rules out acetoxy silicones that can mark or attack it.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Location
- Templand (DG11)
- Region
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
How to look after the new joints
Simple care keeps the joints in good condition. We recommend:
- Clear gutters so water does not pour onto the windows
- Get any rot dealt with first
- Check the mastic when you check the paintwork
- Avoid patching sand mastic with silicone
Check the mastic when you check the paintwork. Small cracks are easier to deal with early.
Small cracks are a sign the mastic is ageing. It’s easier to renew it before it drops out.
Do you need sand mastic in Templand?
Some old mastic was never deep enough. A thin layer doesn’t hold well so we make sure the new mastic is the right thickness.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Gaps between timber frames and stone or brick
- Old sand mastic that has cracked, crumbled or fallen out
- Silicone on a period window that looks wrong
- Patchy fillers round a sash window
For landlords with property near Lockerbie station, cracked sand mastic around sash windows lets in the draughts tenants complain about.
Before you book anyone
- Which colour the sealant will be
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
Frames and glazing around Templand
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. Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that.
In and around Templand, as anywhere, good sand mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Templand is about 9 miles north-east of Dumfries, in Dumfries and Galloway. Wherever you are in the DG11 postcode area, our applicators can take on sand mastic. 138 places in Dumfries and Galloway are on our list, large and small. For nearby work, see our Edinburgh page (55 miles or so).
Postcode districts we cover here for sand mastic: DG11. Whether your property is on Main Road, Redhall Road and Shaw Road or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. We also cover the places around Templand: Lochmaben (2 miles south), Nethermill (3 miles west), Halleaths (3 miles south), Johnstonebridge (4 miles north) and Parkgate (4 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Dumfries (9 miles south-west), Annan (14 miles south-east), Moffat (12 miles north), Heathhall (7 miles south-west), Newbridge Drive (9 miles south-west) and Troqueer (10 miles south-west).
Around Templand
The closest station to Templand is Lockerbie station, about 4.3 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Old Lochmaben Castle (2.5 miles south) and Lochmaben Hospital (2.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Broomhillbank Hill and Mill Loch.
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How the visit works
When we arrive, we start by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Surfaces next to the work are protected before we start. The work generally takes a few hours for a single window, longer for several. Outdoor work around Templand depends on the weather, as sealant needs a dry surface, so external jobs may need to move if the day turns wet. Work indoors is not affected.
- We check each window surround and the condition of the joint.
- We rake out the old mastic and clean the joint.
- We fill deep gaps so the new mastic isn’t too thick.
- We point the joint with sand mastic by hand.
- The finish is dressed neatly.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Keep pets and children clear of the area while we work
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
How to get 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.
Advice
FAQs for Templand
Do you cover Templand for sand mastic?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Templand is part of that. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing, and we’ll give you a clear quote.
Will you come out to Templand?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work across all of Scotland. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Are you an approved applicator?
Yes. We are ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes. All of the old material is cut out and the joint cleaned before applying anything new.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are often happy for the work to be arranged.
What guarantee comes with the work?
All our work has a one-year guarantee, and we are fully insured.
What’s sand mastic made of?
It’s sand mixed with a linseed-oil-based binder, used between timber frames and stone or brick.
Can you seal over the old sealant?
No. New silicone won’t bond to old silicone, and it traps any mould or water underneath. We remove it all first.
Why it’s worth doing now in Templand
New sash windows are a major, costly change and on a listed home, consent may be needed. Where the frames are in good order, new mastic seals the surround. Exposed walls in smaller Scottish places take a lot of wind and rain, and once water gets behind a failed joint, damp in stone or harled walls is slow to dry out.
Every job is a little different, so we quote each one individually. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all make a difference.
Why us?
- 180+ five-star Google reviews
- Quality sealants from Arbo and Everbuild
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
- Anti-fungal silicone where joints get wet
Take a look at our cost guide or our reviews.
DIY versus a professional finish
What a professional job adds is preparation and the right product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is chosen for how the joint moves and where it is, and the work is guaranteed for a year.
If you are set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: take out all the old sealant, make sure the joint is clean and dry, and give it the full cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
What affects the quote in Templand
Your quote is based on your job. We look at:
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- Whether the work is at height
- The amount of work
- Any mould that needs treating
Rather than a set price list, we price the job in front of us: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. The price is agreed before we begin.
Asking for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote. When you get in contact, it helps to mention:
- Roughly how big the job is
- The type of property
- What the problem is, such as mould, gaps, leaks or cracking
- Photos by email, if that’s easy
Getting a quote is simple: let us know the job and the location and its rough size. A few photos by email make the job easier to understand.