Scottish Borders · Scotland
Kirkurd External Mastic
Sealing brickwork movement joints, render, cladding and façade joints for householders, landlords and businesses in Kirkurd. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Joints where the bead has come unstuck
- Failed sealant between panels on a façade
- Cracked joints where brick meets render or frames
External mastic in Kirkurd
Ground-floor and low-level joints are straightforward to reach. For joints higher up, give us some details of the building and we’ll confirm what’s needed to reach them safely. Typical jobs include hard, crazed mastic that has stopped moving and panel joints letting water in, on brickwork movement joints, concrete & block and copings & trims.
Stone walls need a stone-friendly sealant, as acetoxy products can attack some stone. On newer homes, the movement joints and roofline trims are what need watching.
We stand behind the work with a 12-month guarantee, so you are not left on your own once the job is done.
- Place
- Kirkurd (EH46)
- Wider area
- Scottish Borders
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Price
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Keeping the joints in good condition
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. Our tips:
- Check the sealant is paintable before painting near it
- Tell anyone working on the walls about the movement joints
- Fix overflowing gutters above sealed joints
- Walk round the building once a year and look at the joints
Look over the joints once a year, ideally after winter. Watch for splits, edges coming away or growth in the joint.
Small splits are the time to act. At that stage it’s a simple cut out and reseal.
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Questions from Kirkurd
Can you do external mastic in Kirkurd?
Yes. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, and Kirkurd is part of that. Just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job.
Do you cover smaller places like Kirkurd?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Can you seal over the old sealant?
No, and we never do. It may look fine at first, but the new bead soon lifts. Removing the old sealant completely is the only lasting way.
When will the joints need doing again?
There’s no fixed answer: joints on exposed walls or with a lot of movement age sooner. A yearly look will tell you when they need doing. Every job carries our 12-month guarantee.
What does external mastic cost?
There’s no set price, as it depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. We agree the price before any work begins.
What is backing rod for?
We fit closed-cell backing rod wherever the joint depth needs controlling. It sets the sealant depth and prevents three-sided bonding.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Do you work for hotels and businesses?
Yes. Commercial and hotel work is a large part of what we do, as well as homes. We can talk about working times when we quote.
Common problems we fix in Kirkurd
If plants are growing out of a joint, the sealant has normally failed or was never there. Roots and dirt hold water against the wall.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Joints where the bead has come unstuck
- Plants rooting in failed movement joints
- Gaps where render, brick and frames meet
- Rigid filler in a joint that should flex
Homes close to Kirkurd Parish Church And Churchyard include some older properties, and the joints between older walls, newer extensions and the roofline need a sealant that can move.
What to look for in a quote
- What guarantee comes with the work
- Is the old sealant removed completely?
- What happens if the job turns out different
- Whether VAT is included
What happens on the day
Our applicators work methodically: protection first, then preparation, sealing and a tidy-up. Typically it takes a few hours to a few days, depending on the length of joint and the access and we leave things clean and tidy. Outside jobs in Kirkurd need a dry day, because sealant will not bond to a wet joint, so external jobs may need to move if the day turns wet. Work indoors isn’t affected.
- We look at every joint and agree a colour to suit the wall.
- Failed sealant is removed back to clean, sound faces.
- Closed-cell backing rod is pushed in so the sealant bonds to two sides only.
- We prime the faces where required.
- A low-modulus exterior sealant is gunned in and tooled to a neat finish.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- Clear the area around the work
Get 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 explain what’s involved.
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External mastic in Kirkurd: local notes
Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and failed outside joints work against that. Plenty of Scottish homes have harled walls, and joints where harling meets other materials need a sealant that can grip and flex.
Around Kirkurd, as everywhere, external mastic is only as good as the preparation behind it.
Kirkurd is about 12 miles south-west of Penicuik, in the Scottish Borders. From the centre of Kirkurd to the outskirts, external mastic is available for homes and businesses alike. 89 places in the Scottish Borders are on our list, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Edinburgh page covers work nearby.
Work in EH46 is quoted and booked the same way as anywhere else. Kirkurd sits on or near the A72, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Kirkurd: 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).
Landmarks near Kirkurd
Nearby you will also find Drochil Castle (2.6 miles east) and Castle Craig Hospital (0.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Slipperfield Loch and White Hill.
Why act early in Kirkurd
The longer a joint stays open, the more water the wall takes in. In cold weather, frost can damage wet brick and render around the joint, so the problem grows beyond the joint itself. 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.
A failed joint rarely gets cheaper to fix by waiting. If you’re unsure, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk for an honest opinion and a quote.
Why choose Mr Mastic in Kirkurd
- An ARBOMaster approved applicator
- A sealant colour to suit the surroundings
- Full insurance on every job
- Arbo and Everbuild products
Take a look at our cost guide and our reviews.
When something else is needed
New sealant cannot fix everything, and we’d rather say so up front. It will not solve:
- Adding movement joints to masonry that has none
- Cracked brickwork or render that needs a builder or plasterer
- Loose or hollow render, which needs re-rendering
If you’re not sure, just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we will give you a straight answer.
What we seal
- Render & cladding joints
- Copings & trims
- Brickwork movement joints
- Façade panels
- Concrete & block
- Joints between brick and frames
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
For anyone letting property in or around Kirkurd, several properties can go on one quote. Just tell us the addresses and what each one needs, and photos by email help.
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 go on one quote.
What affects the quote in Kirkurd
We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. What we look at:
- Which sealant suits the joint
- Whether old sealant or filler has to be cut out
- Access and height
- Any mould that needs treating
We don’t show prices on the website, because the cost depends so much on the job itself. Call for a quick quote.
What we need to know
When you contact us, these details help:
- What’s wrong with the joints now
- The address or postcode of the job
- Any access issues, like height or stairs
- If someone has resealed it before
Asking for a quote is easy: tell us what needs doing and where and its rough size. A few photos by email make the job easier to understand.