Scottish Borders · Scotland
Window & door mastic in Ettrickbridge, Scottish Borders
Window and door frames in Ettrickbridge need attention? We remove the old material, prepare the joints and seal them properly, with a one-year guarantee.
- Leaking joints at the ends of sills
- Rushed sealant from a window installation
- White mastic on grey or black frames
How we handle window mastic in Ettrickbridge
Mr Mastic’s applicators have more than 20 years’ experience with window and door sealants. We’re ARBOMaster approved and fully insured, and we give a 12-month guarantee on the work. We work on timber windows & doors, composite doors and window sills, and people most often call us about rain getting in at the frame or under the sill and draughty joints inside around the window.
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.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right with it, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
- Where
- Ettrickbridge (TD7)
- Wider area
- Scottish Borders
- Guarantee
- One year on every job
- Price
- A clear price before work begins
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
When something else is needed
Honest advice matters more to us than a booking, so here’s what sealant cannot fix:
- Worn gaskets, brush seals or a door that has dropped
- Damp problems in the wall away from the window
- Rotten timber, which needs a joiner first
Not sure which it is? You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Timber windows & doors
- Aluminium frames
- Composite doors
- Window sills
- Patio & French doors
- uPVC windows
Common problems we fix in Ettrickbridge
Timber windows bring their own problems. Old mastic gets painted over and cracks under the paint, and the wood moves with damp as well as heat.
It’s worth asking for a quote if you see:
- Untidy mastic left by window fitters
- Damp patches on the reveal after heavy rain
- Mastic that’s falling out in pieces
- Hard, cracked sealant around windows
In the older streets around Ettrickbridge Church, replacement windows fitted into old openings often leave uneven gaps that need backing and a flexible joint.
Before booking anyone
- When the joint can take water or movement
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- Which sealant they’ll use, and why
- How long the guarantee is
Quotes for window mastic in Ettrickbridge
The price is agreed before any work begins. It’s based on:
- Any working-time requirements on site
- Whether there’s mould to deal with
- How many areas need sealing
- The number and length of the joints
Instead of a standard rate, we look at what your job involves: how many joints, what’s in them now and how we reach them. You will know the price before we begin.
What we need to know
To help us quote quickly, please include:
- Photos by email, if that is easy
- The rough size of the job
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- The problem you’ve noticed
For window mastic in Ettrickbridge, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk. Tell us what the problem is and where, and you will get a clear quote before we start.
What window mastic looks like in Ettrickbridge
Under the Repairing Standard, private landlords in Scotland have to keep homes wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that. 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.
In and around Ettrickbridge, as anywhere, good window mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Ettrickbridge is about 9 miles north-west of Hawick, in the Scottish Borders. For window mastic in and around Ettrickbridge, it’s easy to get a quote: please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk. We are based in Crawley and cover the Scottish Borders. Our the Scottish Borders coverage runs to 89 places, and Ettrickbridge is one of them. Our Edinburgh page covers work nearby (31 miles or so).
Here we cover the TD7 postcode area for window mastic. Ettrickbridge is on the B7009, so it’s easy for us to get to with everything needed for window mastic. We also cover the places around Ettrickbridge: Yarrowford (4 miles north), Broadmeadows (4 miles north), Woll (5 miles east), Ashkirk (5 miles east) and Selkirk (6 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Galashiels (10 miles north-east), Hawick (9 miles south-east), Peebles (13 miles north-west), Wilton (9 miles south-east), Innerleithen (8 miles north-west) and Melrose (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Ettrickbridge
Green spaces nearby include Akermoor Loch.
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What the job involves on each surface
Aluminium frames
Metal frames expand in the sun and are often slim, with little room for error. A tidy bead in anthracite grey, black or a matching colour keeps the clean look.
Timber windows & doors
Soft or rotten wood can’t be sealed successfully. If we find rot, we’ll tell you before going ahead, as a joiner will need to deal with it.
Landlord and commercial work in Ettrickbridge
Mouldy or split sealant often shows up at the end of a tenancy, and it’s quick to put right between tenancies. Several properties can be quoted together.
A neglected joint can let water reach the structure, which matters even more when someone else lives there. Resealing at the right time is simple maintenance that we can handle for you.
Keeping the joints in good condition
Joint life depends on how it’s used and looked after. We suggest:
- Keep solvents and bleach off the sealant
- Keep drainage slots and sill grooves clear
- Do not aim a pressure washer at the joints
- Don’t paint over the silicone
A yearly look round the frames is enough. Small splits are simple to catch before they leak.
On timber windows, water behind the joint can lead to rot. Rotten timber needs a joiner, not a sealant, so it pays to reseal before that happens.
Ettrickbridge: your questions answered
Is Ettrickbridge in your area for window mastic?
Yes, Ettrickbridge is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job, and we’ll send you a clear quote.
What guarantee comes with window mastic in Ettrickbridge?
All our work, in Ettrickbridge and everywhere else, comes with a 12-month guarantee. We are fully insured, and an ARBOMaster approved applicator.
Do you take out the old sealant first?
Yes, every time. New silicone does not stick to old silicone, so any old material comes out before anything new goes in.
What do you need from me for a quote?
Where the job is, what the problem is and roughly how big it is. If you can, email a few pictures.
Can you do the inside joint as well?
Yes. The outside joint keeps the weather out, and the inside joint stops draughts and finishes the reveal. We do one or both.
Do you work for letting agents?
Yes, regularly. Several properties can be quoted together.
Can you match the sealant to my frames?
Yes. Grey and black frames get grey or black sealant, and wood-effect frames usually suit brown.
How long should I leave it?
Many sealants skin over quickly but take longer to cure fully. We will give you the cure time for the product we used.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we look over the joints with you first. Surfaces next to the work are protected before any work begins. The work usually takes anything from an hour or two to a full day, depending on how many frames there are. For a place like Ettrickbridge, longer drives are planned in advance. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- First, we confirm safe access to each frame.
- All the failed sealant is cut away, along with any loose debris.
- Frame and wall are cleaned and must be dry before sealing.
- Deep voids are backed, then the sealant is gunned in.
- We tool the joint so water runs off, then clear up.
How to prepare
- Mention any leaks or damp you’ve noticed
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
Ask for a quote
A good description makes for an accurate quote. Tell us where the job is, what’s wrong and how much there is, and add photos by email if you can.