Dundee · Scotland
Window & door mastic in West End, Dundee
Our applicators work in West End on mastic around window and door frames, sills and patio doors. Old material cut out, joints cleaned and sealed neatly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Mastic that has split away from the wall
- Mastic that is falling out in pieces
- White mastic on grey or black frames
About our window mastic in West End
Whether it’s one leaking patio door or every frame on the house, you’ll get a clear quote before we start. To get one, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the number of frames and any access details for window mastic in West End. If you have hard, cracked sealant around windows and rushed sealant from a window installation, we can help, on uPVC windows, composite doors and aluminium frames alike.
Older stone-built tenements in Scotland’s cities were built with sash and case windows, and plenty still have them. Whether you’re in a tenement flat or a house in West End, the joint between frame and wall is what keeps the weather out.
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.
- Where
- West End (DD2, DD1)
- Wider area
- Dundee
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- A clear price before work begins
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Common problems we fix in West End
Sun, frost and rain wear sealant out. UV light hardens the outside of the bead, and over the years it loses its give, cracks and comes away.
The most common problems we see are:
- Damp patches on the reveal after heavy rain
- Gaps where the sill meets the wall
- Old mastic that has gone black or come away
- Untidy mastic left by window fitters
If you let a flat or house near Dundee station, sound mastic around windows and doors keeps out the draughts and damp that tenants notice first.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the cure time is
- How much experience the applicator has
- Are they insured?
- Whether VAT is included
What the job involves on each surface
Composite doors
An exposed front door gets wind-driven rain. We pay most attention there.
Window sills
Every drop off the glass ends up on the sill, so the joints at each end and underneath matter. Each is cleaned out and resealed.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Surfaces next to the work are protected before any work begins. Most jobs take anything from an hour or two to a full day, depending on how many frames there are. Inside a flat in West End, the job is planned with you; outside, shared parts may need the factor or other owners involved. It helps to know which it is when you get in touch.
- 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.
- Every joint is checked before we leave.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking restrictions
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- For indoor joints, keep the area dry beforehand if you can
How to get a quote
Every job is quoted individually, so start by telling us what you need. Simply send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and describe the job and send pictures if you have them.
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When it isn’t the sealant
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what sealant can’t fix:
- Broken hinges, locks or handles
- Penetrating damp from a failed cavity tray or render
- A frame that has rotted at the joint
If you’re not sure, just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we seal
- Window sills
- uPVC windows
- Aluminium frames
- Composite doors
- Timber windows & doors
- Patio & French doors
What window mastic looks like in West End
West End is close to the coast, where wind-driven rain is a fact of life and, nearer the shore, so is salt air. Both are hard on the mastic around window and door frames, which can dry out and crack sooner where a building faces the weather. Historic houses like Camperdown House (about 2.6 miles north-west) are a reminder that the area around West End has older buildings as well as new. Where a home is older, older frames set in brick or stone need a sealant that suits them, and sometimes that’s traditional sand mastic.
In the older streets around St Peter's Mccheyne Church, the joint between an old wall and a newer frame is usually the first place rain gets in. If you look after a building such as Harris Academy, the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
West End is about 1 mile south-west of Dundee, in Dundee. West End gets the same service as everywhere we cover: old sealant removed completely, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee. West End is one of 50 places in Dundee we cover.
Our applicators cover all of DD2 and DD1 for window mastic. Window mastic is available to properties on Tait's Lane, Ashbank Road and Ryehill Lane. We also cover Blackness (1 mile north), Dundee (1 mile north-east), Stobswell (2 miles north-east), Woodside (2 miles north-east) and Downfield (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Broughty Ferry (5 miles east), Monifieth (7 miles east), Barnhill (6 miles east), St Marys (3 miles north), Pitkerro (3 miles north-east) and Whitfield (3 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in West End
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Dudhope Park, Dundee School of Architecture and The Hawkhill Tavern, among other places. The nearest railway station is Dundee station, about 1 mile east. A little further out are Dundee Dental Hospital (0.6 miles east) and Tayside Medical History Museum (less than half a mile north-east). Open spaces near West End include Trottick Mill Ponds and Balgay Hill.
For landlords and businesses
Housing providers, facilities teams and property managers book us too. We can quote a run of properties together.
Businesses can book us for washrooms, kitchens, offices and more. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
Keeping the joints in good condition
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. A few tips:
- Air rooms to keep condensation down around windows
- Keep paint off silicone joints
- Check the mastic once a year
- Repaint timber before it’s bare
Keep sill grooves and drainage slots clear, so water can run away instead of sitting against the joint.
Water gets in quietly when mastic fails. Often the first sign is a damp patch inside or flaking paint on the reveal. Early resealing stops it reaching that point.
West End questions
Is window mastic in a coastal place like West End any different?
Coastal weather is harder on outside sealant: there’s more wind-driven rain and, closer to the shore, salt in the air. Choosing the right sealant for the frame and wall, laid at the right depth, helps it last.
Who arranges sealant work on the shared parts of a tenement in West End?
Shared parts of a tenement, such as the roof and outside walls, are generally repaired with the agreement of the owners, often through a property factor. The Tenements (Scotland) Act 2004 sets out how that works where the title deeds don’t. Windows often belong to the individual flat, but it’s worth checking your deeds.
Where are you based?
We work from Crawley. We cover West End and the rest of Dundee.
Can tenants book the work?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure your landlord agrees.
Do you do commercial work?
Yes. We’ve worked for hotels, offices and other businesses and we’re fully insured.
Can you do upstairs windows?
Yes, as long as they can be reached safely. Let us know about access when you ask for a quote so we can plan the job.
Do you work in West End?
Yes, we do. Our applicators work in West End, and the service is the same as everywhere else.
How long should I leave it?
Cure times vary by product and the conditions. Before we leave, we’ll tell you the cure time.
Other services in West End
Quotes for window mastic in West End
The quote reflects the job in front of us. We take into account:
- How easy the joints are to reach
- When we can work, for business premises
- Which sealant suits the joint
- The size of the job
Homes and businesses are quoted the same way: the amount of work, how we reach it and what it needs, along with when we can work on site. Call for a quick quote and we will explain what it covers.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- How we’d reach the joints
- Any previous sealing or DIY work
- The problem you’ve noticed
- The address or postcode of the job
Want a quote for window mastic? Please send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the job. You will know what we plan to do, and what it will cost, before any work begins.