At some point in time, repointing brick steps is going to be on your to-do list. All types of masonry structures—from walkways to walls—need to be repointed over time. This is evident when the mortar, or joints running between bricks, begins to soften, fall out (spall), or weaken. It’s important …

Not all surfaces need concrete rebar reinforcement, but adding it makes concrete stronger and more resistant to large cracks. Concrete surfaces expected to carry heavy trucks or machinery do need concrete rebar reinforcement. Rebar reinforcement has been used to provide concrete with the support necessary to withstand tension forces for …

Older homes in Toronto may still have unlined chimney flues, that means there is no liner inside of the chimney—it’s simply a double or single wythe brick chimney keeping smoke and gases encaged. A single wythe chimney is made up of one wall or layer of bricks that measure approximately …

Cracks, uneven areas and pooling water are just some of the signs your concrete porch needs repairs.  Even the best-built porches covered with a sturdy overhang are going to need repairs at some point in time. Taking care of concrete porch repairs as they arise will help prevent a lot …

Both brick and stone masonry offer a beautiful and timeless look, but is one necessarily “better” than the other? That’s hard to say, as both materials offer pros and cons, many of which overlap. Brick and stone are popular materials that have spanned the test of time to prove themselves …