Edinburgh · Scotland
Kaimes Gutter Sealing
Sealing leaking gutter joints, end caps, fascias, soffits and roofline trims for householders, landlords and businesses in Kaimes. Fully insured, ARBOMaster approved and guaranteed for a year.
- Water dripping where gutter sections meet
- Quick sealant fixes on gutters that didn’t last
- Failed sealant on a garage door frame
Gutter sealing in Kaimes, done properly
Our work covers gutter joints and end caps as well as fascias and soffits, along with roofline trims and garage door frames. It’s all about the joints, not replacing the gutter. We work on soffit joints, uPVC fascias and gutter joints, and common reasons people get in touch are drips from gutter joints and end caps and damp on an inside wall under a dripping gutter.
In a Scottish city tenement, the roof, gutters and outside walls are shared by all the flats. In Kaimes, work on shared parts of a tenement is usually agreed between owners, often with a factor arranging it.
There’s a 12-month guarantee on every job, large or small.
- Where
- Kaimes (EH16, EH17)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Kaimes buildings and the weather
Historic houses like Melville Castle (about 2.5 miles east) are a reminder that the area around Kaimes has older buildings as well as new. In older buildings, older walls and rooflines need a sealant that moves with them and suits the material. Private landlords in Scotland must meet the Repairing Standard, which includes keeping a home wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that.
For landlords with property near Shawfair station, a dripping gutter joint or loose fascia trim is easy to miss until damp shows inside. Historic houses such as Melville Castle, about 2.5 miles east, show how far back building around Kaimes goes, and older homes nearby need a sealant that suits their walls.
Kaimes is about 3 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. We carry out gutter sealing for homes and businesses in Kaimes and the surrounding area. Kaimes is one of 175 places in Edinburgh where we work for gutter sealing.
All of EH16 and EH17 is within our area for gutter sealing. We cover properties on Tor Lane, Soutra Road and Mansion Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Kaimes include Howden Hall (1 mile north), Alnwickhill (1 mile north), Southhouse (1 mile east), Gracemount (1 mile north-east) and Mortonhall (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Edinburgh (3 miles north-west), Leith (5 miles north), Bonnington (5 miles north), Greenside (4 miles north), Broughton (4 miles north) and Bellevue (4 miles north).
Near you in Kaimes
Typical jobs here are in homes near Liberton Parish Church and Drum Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Kaimes is Shawfair station, about 3.2 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Craigmillar Castle (2 miles north-east) and Natural History Collections (1.6 miles north). For a walk, there’s Blackford Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
Why deal with it now?
You do not need new fascias just because the joints have opened. Sealing the joints tidies them up as long as the boards are in good condition. In a tenement flat in Kaimes, a failed seal is rarely just your problem: water can reach the flat below, and gaps in shared walls or fire-stopping affect the whole stair.
A few things move the cost up or down: how much old sealant there is and how stubborn it is, whether mould needs treating, and whether the work is at height. Your quote takes all of that into account.
Why book with us
- 12-month guarantee on every job
- Neat joints and a tidy finish
- Domestic, commercial and hotel work
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
See what affects the cost and what customers say.
Landlord and commercial work in Kaimes
Whether it’s one flat or a portfolio, you get the same standard of work: the old material taken out, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee.
Housing providers, facilities teams and property managers book us too. Several sites can be quoted together, and we are fully insured for the work.
How to look after the new joints
How long the joints last depends on use and care. Here’s what we suggest:
- Have sagging gutters refixed early
- Keep downpipes clear
- Deal with a drip before winter
- Keep ladders off the guttering
While checking gutters, glance at the fascia joints too. A small split is quicker to put right.
Rain getting in round a garage door frame can damage what’s stored inside. A reseal sorts it while the frame is sound.
FAQs for Kaimes
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Shawfair station?
Yes. We work for landlords and letting agents as well as householders, and several properties can be quoted together. You can email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the details for a clear quote.
Who arranges sealant work on the shared parts of a tenement in Kaimes?
Most tenements arrange shared repairs through the owners or a property factor. The Tenements (Scotland) Act 2004 sets the rules for common parts if the deeds don’t.
Where are you based?
Mr Mastic is based in Crawley. Our applicators cover Kaimes.
What do you need from me for a quote?
The location, the problem and the rough size of the job. If you can, email a few photos.
How do I get a quote for gutter sealing in Kaimes?
It depends on the job, so we quote each one individually. For a quick quote, drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a short description of the job.
Do you offer different sealant colours?
Generally, yes. White, clear and grey are common, and other colours are available, and we’ll agree it with you first.
Is the work guaranteed?
Our 12-month guarantee applies on every job.
Can you quote for more than one area?
Of course. Doing several areas at once is generally more efficient, so mention them when you ask for a quote.
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What affects the quote in Kaimes
We do not publish a price list. The quote depends on:
- Any mould that needs treating
- The size of the job
- Which sealant suits the joint
- Any working-time requirements on site
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’ll know the price before we begin.
What we need to know
When you contact us, these details help:
- Where the job is, and your postcode
- The rough size of the job
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
- What’s wrong with the joints now
Want a quote for gutter sealing? Please email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the job. We will explain what we’d do and give you a clear price before work begins.
What we’re called out for in Kaimes
Sealant on fascias and trims weathers like any outdoor joint. It hardens, shrinks and splits after some years.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Wet patches on the wall under a gutter joint
- Fascia boards with gaps between them
- Failed sealant on a garage door frame
- End caps that drip every time it rains
Managing a site like Gracemount High School? Then movement joints, cladding joints and gutters on larger buildings need the same care as a house’s.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether all the old sealant comes out first
- The length of the guarantee
- Are they insured?
- Who does the work, and how experienced they are
What sealant work cannot fix
New sealant cannot fix everything, and we’d rather say so up front. Sealant won’t put right:
- Roof leaks, slipped tiles or failed flashing (a roofer’s job)
- Blocked downpipes
- A gutter length that has split
If in doubt, email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll say what we think.
Joints and surfaces we work on
- Gutter joints
- Soffit joints
- Roofline trims
- uPVC fascias
- Gutter end caps
- Garage door frames
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we look over the joints with you first, so there are no surprises. Surfaces next to the work are protected before any work begins. The work generally takes an hour or two for a few joints, longer for a full run. Parking in city streets around Kaimes can be tight or controlled, so it helps to know about permits or nearby bays. For flats, mention the door entry system and any shared-stair arrangements.
- First we agree which joints need sealing.
- Each joint is cleaned and any old sealant removed.
- The joints are dried.
- We apply exterior or gutter sealant and finish it neatly.
- The joints are checked once sealed.
Before we arrive
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
How to get 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 email photos if that is easy.