Scottish Borders · Scotland
Window Mastic in Kirkurd
Mastic around window and door frames, sills and patio doors for householders, landlords and businesses in Kirkurd. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Draughts coming in around windows and doors
- Cracked internal joints between frame and plaster
- Hard, cracked sealant around windows
Window mastic for homes and businesses in Kirkurd
Around Kirkurd we seal all kinds of frames: uPVC, aluminium, timber and composite, along with patio doors, French doors and sills. The sealant is chosen to suit the frame material and the wall. Common call-outs are for black, perished sealant on frames and water coming in at the bottom corners of a door, across window sills, timber windows & doors and composite doors.
In and around a place like Kirkurd, homes range from older stone-built cottages to newer houses. Wind-driven rain finds any gap around a frame or sill.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something is not right with it in that time, tell us and we will put it right.
- Place
- Kirkurd (EH46)
- Wider area
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
When something else is needed
In fairness, some problems need a different trade:
- Damp coming through the wall itself rather than the frame joint
- A door that needs adjusting, rehanging or new seals
- A frame that has rotted at the joint
If you are not sure, just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Where we work in Kirkurd
- Patio & French doors
- Timber windows & doors
- uPVC windows
- Composite doors
- Window sills
- Aluminium frames
Aftercare tips
How long the joints last depends on use and care. Here’s what we suggest:
- Wipe condensation off the frames
- Do not aim a pressure washer at the joints
- Keep timber frames painted
- Paint up to the joint, not over it
Check the drainage slots in the frames are not blocked, so water can run away instead of sitting against the joint.
Leaks usually show up in wet, windy weather, but resealing works best in dry conditions. Dealing with it when you first notice a crack avoids chasing leaks through the wet months.
Why it’s worth doing now in Kirkurd
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. 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.
Combining jobs into one visit usually makes better use of the time than several visits. We’ll give you a clear quote for the lot.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Kirkurd
- Old sealant always removed completely
- You choose the colour before work begins
- 180+ five-star Google reviews
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced and what customers say.
How it works
You don’t need to clear the whole room or building before we come, just the space around the work. Everything nearby is protected, and the job takes a few hours for a few frames, or a day or more for a whole house for a typical job. Somewhere like Kirkurd may be a longer drive, and the journey is planned ahead. Mention tracks, gates, ferries or anything else about the route.
- We start by checking each window and door with you.
- The old mastic is cut out and the surfaces cleaned back.
- Deep gaps are filled with backing rod to set the depth.
- A flexible, weatherproof sealant is applied in a colour to suit the frame.
- We clear up and check every joint is fully closed.
How to prepare
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- Tell us if parking is tricky
- Tell us about any water getting in
Get a quote
We quote each job on its own, so the first step is telling us about yours. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details.
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What we’re called out for in Kirkurd
Joint shape matters as much as the product. A skim of sealant over a wide gap soon tears, while a joint packed solid cannot stretch. Backing rod sets the right depth.
If you can see any of these, it’s time to have the joints looked at:
- Gaps between the frame and the inside reveal
- Draughts coming in around windows and doors
- Old mastic that has gone black or come away
- Hard, cracked sealant around windows
Homes close to Kirkurd Parish Church And Churchyard include some older properties, and the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is normally the first place rain gets in.
What your quote should include
- What product goes in the joint
- The length of the guarantee
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- How the surfaces are prepared before sealing
Your questions about window mastic in Kirkurd
Can you do window mastic in Kirkurd?
Yes. We work across all of Scotland, and Kirkurd is part of that. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and let us know what needs doing, and we will give you a clear quote.
Do you cover smaller places like Kirkurd?
Yes, we do. We work across all of Scotland, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is it messy?
No. We protect the surfaces around the joints, and we tidy up before we go.
Will resealing my frames help with draughts?
Often, yes. Air often gets in between the frame and the wall, and resealing inside and out closes it.
Should I try DIY first?
For a simple, easy-to-reach joint, a careful DIYer can do a reasonable job. The usual mistakes are sealing over old sealant, sealing a damp joint and using too much.
Can landlords and businesses book you?
Yes. We work for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, businesses and hotels across the Scottish Borders.
Will the old sealant be removed?
Yes, every time. New sealant won’t bond properly to old, so the joint is cleaned back first.
What sealant do you use?
The product depends on the job: anti-fungal sanitary silicone in wet areas, and other sealants where joints move or face the weather. We use products from Arbo and Everbuild.
Also in Kirkurd
Frames and glazing around Kirkurd
Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, often pointed into the wall with traditional sand mastic. Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and failed outside joints work against that.
In and around Kirkurd, as anywhere, good window mastic starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
Kirkurd is about 12 miles south-west of Penicuik, in the Scottish Borders. Every kind of property in Kirkurd is covered for window mastic. Every job comes with our one-year guarantee. Our area takes in 89 places across the Scottish Borders, large and small. Our Edinburgh page covers work nearby.
Work in EH46 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. Being close to the A72, Kirkurd is easy for our applicators to reach for window mastic. Neighbouring places we cover for window mastic include Blyth Bridge (1 mile north-east), Dolphinton (2 miles north-west), Candy Mill (4 miles south-west), Elsrickle (4 miles west) and Romannobridge (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Peebles (8 miles east), Innerleithen (14 miles east) and West Linton (5 miles north).
Near you in Kirkurd
Well-known places in the area include Drochil Castle (2.6 miles east) and Castle Craig Hospital (0.9 miles east). The countryside around Kirkurd includes Slipperfield Loch and White Hill.
How we quote for window mastic
We quote each job individually. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether the work is at height
- Mould in or behind the old joints
- When we can work, for business premises
- The old material and how stubborn it is
What you pay reflects the work, not a rough estimate. That is why we ask about the job first and give you a clear quote before work begins.
What to tell us for a quote
Before you ask for a quote, have a think about:
- How many joints, rooms or windows are involved
- A few photos by email, if you can
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- If it’s domestic, commercial or a hotel
Getting a quote is simple: tell us what needs doing and where, and roughly how big it is. Photos by email help us understand the job, and we will come back to you with a quote.
Can I do it myself?
Overfilling a joint is a classic DIY mistake. A thick, smeared bead looks untidy and doesn’t move well, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.
Sealing over old silicone is the commonest DIY error. Silicone doesn’t stick to old silicone, so it peels away and traps moisture behind it. Everything old must be removed first.