Highland · Scotland
Window Mastic in Dores
Window mastic for Dores and the surrounding area: careful preparation, the right product and tidy work. Call for a quick quote.
- Gaps between the frame and the inside reveal
- Cold air getting in at the frame edge
- Mastic that has split away from the wall
Aftercare tips
To keep the joints looking good and working properly:
- Use gentle cleaners on frames and sealant
- Look round the frames every year or so
- Keep solvents and bleach off the sealant
- Air rooms to keep condensation down around windows
Check the drainage slots in the frames are not blocked, so water can run away instead of sitting against the joint.
Leaks normally show up in wet, windy weather, but resealing works best in dry conditions. Sorting cracked mastic early means the joint is sound before the bad weather.
How we handle window mastic in Dores
Some gaps around frames are far deeper than they look. Packing it solid with sealant gives a joint that can’t flex, so we fit backing rod to set the right depth. The sealant then grips the two sides it should. We work on uPVC windows, composite doors and window sills, and the jobs we see most are whistling draughts around closed windows and mastic that’s falling out in pieces.
In and around a place like Dores, homes range from older stone-built cottages to newer houses. Exposed frames and sills take the full force of wind-driven rain.
You’re covered for a year from the day we finish. If there’s a problem with it, please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Location
- Dores (IV2)
- Wider area
- Highland
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- A clear price before work begins
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
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How it works
There’s no need to move everything out, only the area right around the joints. Everything nearby is protected, and the work takes a morning for a couple of windows and a door for a typical job. Outside jobs in Dores need a dry day, because sealant won’t bond to a wet joint, so an outdoor job can move if the forecast changes. Work indoors is not affected.
- First we look at every frame and agree the list.
- Next the failed sealant is cut away and the joint cleaned.
- Deep gaps are filled with backing rod to set the depth.
- New exterior sealant goes on in a matching colour and is tooled smooth.
- Finally we tidy up and check each joint.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Mention if the joints have been sealed before
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with the location and a short description of the problem. You will have a clear quote before any work starts.
Related advice
Windows and doors in Dores
Many older homes in Scotland have sash and case windows, and the joint between the box frame and the stone or render is traditionally pointed with sand mastic. With historic houses such as Aldourie Castle (about 1.3 miles north) nearby, there’s older building stock in the area around Dores as well as newer homes. In older buildings, older frames set in brick or stone need a sealant that suits them, and sometimes that is traditional sand mastic.
If you live in an older home near Dores Parish Church, replacement windows fitted into old openings often leave uneven gaps that need backing and a flexible joint. Around Dores, as everywhere, window mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Dores is about 7 miles south-west of Inverness, in Highland. For window mastic in and around Dores, it’s easy to get a quote: please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk. We are based in Crawley and cover Highland, Dores included. Dores is one of 253 towns and villages in Highland where we work for window mastic.
Work in IV2 works the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Mill Croft and Torr Gardens or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. Close by, we work in Torness (5 miles south), Farr (6 miles east), Slackbuie (6 miles north-east), Lochardil (6 miles north-east) and Leachkin (6 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Inverness (7 miles north-east), Cradlehall (10 miles north-east), Merkinch (8 miles north-east), Dingwall (15 miles north), Hilton (7 miles north-east) and Crown (8 miles north-east). For island and remote addresses, the job takes a little more planning, so let us know when you get in touch.
Landmarks near Dores
Nearby you’ll also find Abriachan Museum (2.7 miles west) and Craig Dunain Hospital (5.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Loch Ashie.
Dores: your questions answered
Will you come out to Dores?
Yes, Dores is covered. We work across all of Scotland, from towns to the smallest places. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
What guarantee comes with window mastic in Dores?
All our work, in Dores and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Where is Mr Mastic based?
We are based in Crawley, and we work across South East England, London and Scotland.
Will new mastic stop draughts?
In many cases. Air often gets in between the frame and the wall, and resealing inside and out closes it.
What do you put in the joint?
Quality sealants from brands including Arbo and Everbuild, chosen to suit the joint. We explain the product when we quote.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We are an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Can you work on commercial sites?
Yes. Hotels, offices and other businesses use us.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes. More than one area can go on one quote.
Surface by surface
Window sills
Where a sill meets brick or render, the ends often crack first. A tight seal at each end keeps rain out of the wall.
Timber windows & doors
Wood swells when it’s wet and shrinks when it dries, so the joint must stay flexible. The paint or stain needs to be sound where the sealant meets it.
Landlord and commercial work in Dores
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy, and it’s quick to put right between tenancies. We can quote for more than one property at once.
If you manage several properties in or around Dores, several properties can go on one quote. Just tell us the addresses and what each one needs.
What affects the cost of window mastic
The price is agreed before any work begins. It’s based on:
- Access and height
- When we can work, for business premises
- The product the joint needs
- The size of the job
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all make a difference.
Asking for a quote
Photos help, but a description is a good start. Please mention:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Photos by email, if that is easy
- The rough size of the job
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
Want a quote for window mastic? Please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the job. We will explain what we’d do and send you a clear quote before any work starts.
What happens if it’s left?
The work is quick compared with the damage it prevents: it takes a few hours for a few frames, or a day or more for a whole house. Wait for damp to appear and there may be plaster and decorating to sort out too. When the nearest tradesperson is a drive away, it’s tempting to leave a small leak, but water behind a failed seal does the most damage when nobody’s watching.
There are no prices on our website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. Call for a quick quote and we’ll talk you through it.
Why book with us
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
- 4.9 on Google from 180+ five-star reviews
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
Take a look at what affects the cost or our reviews.
Can I do it myself?
If you are set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: remove every trace of old sealant, clean and dry the joint, and follow the product’s cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
Overfilling a joint is a classic DIY mistake. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and getting the depth right matters as much as the look.