Orkney Islands · Scotland
Rackwick Window Mastic
Window mastic for Rackwick and the surrounding area: careful preparation, the right product and tidy work. Call for a quick quote.
- Cracked internal joints between frame and plaster
- Water coming in at the bottom corners of a door
- Black, perished sealant on frames
Window mastic in Rackwick
Colour matters on a frame. White, brown, anthracite grey, black and clear sealants are all available, so the line suits the frame instead of standing out. We work on window sills, uPVC windows and aluminium frames, and people most often call us about draughts coming in around windows and doors and gaps where the sill meets the wall.
Mastic can only go onto a dry joint, so outside work in Rackwick depends on the weather, and longer journeys are planned in advance. Let us know about access to every frame, including any upstairs.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right with it in that time, tell us and we’ll put it right.
- Location
- Rackwick (KW17)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- A clear price before work begins
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Why act early in Rackwick
If you are painting or rendering, reseal at the same time. Fresh joints finish the job neatly. Around Rackwick, water from a failed joint in an older stone home can soak into timber and plaster.
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting, because water and mould keep working on it. If you’re not sure whether it needs doing, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you an honest view and a quote.
What you get with us
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
- 180+ five-star Google reviews
- More than 20 years in sealant work
- We leave the area clean and tidy
Read what affects the cost or customer reviews.
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
We also work for businesses, from offices to washrooms and kitchens. For commercial premises, we can talk through working times when we quote.
For anyone letting property in or around Rackwick, jobs at different addresses can go on one quote. Send us the addresses and the work at each, and pictures by email help.
Quotes for window mastic in Rackwick
Every job gets its own quote. These are the things that affect it:
- Any mould that needs treating
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- The type of sealant required
- Whether the work is at height
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one gets its own quote. Size, access and the product the joint needs all make a difference.
Asking for a quote
When you contact us, it’s useful to know:
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- Pictures of the joints, sent by email
- What’s wrong with the joints now
Want a quote for window mastic? Please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details. You will know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.
Common questions in Rackwick
Can you do window mastic in Rackwick?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Rackwick is part of that. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job, and we will give you a clear price.
Do you cover smaller places like Rackwick?
Yes, we do. We work across all of Scotland, islands included, from towns to the smallest places. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can you reach windows above the ground floor?
Yes, where they can be reached safely. Tell us about access when you get in touch and we’ll plan for it.
Will it make a mess?
We keep the work tidy. Nearby surfaces are protected, and the area is left clean when we finish.
Can you do several jobs on one visit?
Yes, and it often makes sense. Combining jobs makes good use of the visit, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
How long does it take to reseal the windows on a house?
A handful of frames is a short visit. We confirm the timing with your quote.
Can resealing stop a draught around my window?
In many cases. The gap between frame and wall is a common source of draughts, and resealing inside and out closes it.
What sealant do you use?
Products from Arbo and Everbuild, among others, chosen to suit the joint. We explain the product when we quote.
Places near Rackwick
Also in Rackwick
Rackwick homes and the weather
Rackwick is close to the coast, where wind-driven rain is a fact of life and, nearer the shore, so is salt air. That’s hard on the mastic around window and door frames, especially on the side facing the sea. Work on the islands has to be planned around ferry crossings and the weather, so give us as much notice as you can.
Around Rackwick, as everywhere, window mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it. If you live in an older home near Baptist Church, the windows may be timber, sash or later replacements, and each needs the right sealant against the wall.
Rackwick is about 24 miles north of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Our applicators cover window mastic for homes and businesses in Rackwick. We cover 51 towns and villages across the Orkney Islands, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of KW17 is covered for window mastic. We also cover Pierowall (1 mile south), Brinian (14 miles south), Broughtown (14 miles east), Evie (16 miles south) and Lady (16 miles east). Remote and island addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk.
What’s near Rackwick
A little further out are Noltland Castle (1.3 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Couters Hill and North Hill RSPB reserve.
DIY sealant or a professional job?
If you’ve already had a go yourself, that is fine. We cut it out and start again, so just mention it when you contact us.
Overfilling a joint is a classic DIY mistake. A heavy bead looks messy and copes badly with movement, and the joint depth matters as much as the finish.
How to look after the new joints
After the cure time, these simple habits help:
- Clear any debris from frame drain holes
- Keep paint and stain on wooden frames in good order
- Keep solvents and bleach off the sealant
- Keep jet washers away from the mastic
Keep the new mastic undisturbed while it cures, for as long as we advise. Do not point a pressure washer at the joints.
Signs to watch for: split or missing mastic, gaps, damp patches inside or black mould on the reveal. Any of these is worth a call.
When something else is needed
We will not take on work that will not last, so here’s what sealant can’t put right:
- Misting between the panes of a double-glazed unit (that needs a new unit)
- Penetrating damp from a failed cavity tray or render
- Broken hinges, locks or handles
If in doubt, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will say what we think before booking.
What we seal
- Timber windows & doors
- Window sills
- uPVC windows
- Composite doors
- Aluminium frames
- Patio & French doors
How the visit works
All our tools and materials come with us in the van, so you do not need to buy or prepare anything. After a quick look at the joints together, we protect the area and start. Most jobs take a few hours for a handful of frames, longer for a whole house. Around Rackwick, distance and access matter more than parking. Let us know how to find you and how to reach the joints.
- First, we go round the frames with you and agree the list.
- We remove the old mastic and clean the frame edge and wall.
- Deep gaps get closed-cell backing rod to set the depth.
- The new sealant goes on in white, brown, anthracite grey, black or clear to suit.
- Every joint is tooled smooth and checked before we leave.
How to prepare
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
- Mention any parking rules near the property
Ask for a quote
For a quick quote, get us on the phone, or send an email if you’d rather. Describe what needs sealing and we’ll talk you through the work.