Cleaning Your Brick Effectively

Cleaning Your Brick Effectively

Brick is a popular building material in Toronto and the surrounding area because of its durability as well as the fact that it is resistant to staining.  Brick can go for years without needing any cleaning, but eventually, like all materials, it will develop a grimy build up and not …

Choosing the Best Masonry Restoration Contractor

Choosing the Best Masonry Restoration Contractor

Natural stone is a beautiful and durable construction material that can truly make your home a one-of-a-kind creation but finding the right stone and keeping it in great shape isn’t always easy. Even once you’ve had the perfect fit installed, chances are good that you’ll find yourself in need of …

Should You Paint Your Brick?

Should You Paint Your Brick?

Brick is an absolutely beautiful building material that draws attention for all the right reasons. Sometimes, however, it can seem a bit outdated or clash with your preferred aesthetic. Because removing and replacing brick can be an arduous and labor-intensive task, it’s not surprising that people look for DIY solutions …

Is it Time to Repair Your Chimney?

Is it Time to Repair Your Chimney?

When it comes to home repairs and maintenance, it can be tempting to wait until you see problems before you act. It’s generally always a better idea to work proactively to keep things in good repair, however, than it is to respond to potentially serious issues after they’ve already developed. …

7 Signs Concrete Sidewalks Require Repairs as Soon as Possible

7 Signs Concrete Sidewalks Require Repairs as Soon as Possible

Some common signs that concrete sidewalks require repairs include it has been over twenty years, tree roots are growing through the surface, the color is fading, deicing salts have been used in the winter, or there are large cracks in the surface – just to name a few. Whether you …