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6 Ways to Improve the Structural Integrity of Your Home
If you want to preserve the value of your property, then it’s essential to improve the structural integrity of your home. And that involves repairing any minor and major issues in the support structures, like the walls and flooring, that could lead to costly damage. If you’re not sure what problems need fixing, you can … Continue reading 6 Ways to Improve the Structural Integrity of Your Home
7 Simple Ways to Enhance Your Walkway
Is your home exterior looking a little rough this spring? We know the winter weather can take a toll on our outdoor surfaces, especially when it comes to high traffic areas like our walkways. The combination of snow, ice, heavy shovelling, and plows can leave cracked, chipped, or loose interlock and slabs behind. To spruce … Continue reading 7 Simple Ways to Enhance Your Walkway
Increase the Value of Your Home with Help from the Masonry Experts
Looking for a way to increase the value of your home? Improving the masonry work around your home is one of the most cost-effective ways to increase the curb appeal of your home. Beyond enhancing the aesthetics, investing in updated masonry can also provide you with a very nice return on investment if you ever … Continue reading Increase the Value of Your Home with Help from the Masonry Experts
7 Signs Your Chimney Needs Repair
Soot, fumes, and smoke aren’t the only signs that your chimney is in need of repair. Learn here about some other problems you need to look out for that could lead to a chimney collapse or even a fire. Efflorescence Does your chimney have white staining? This is called efflorescence. These crystalline deposits of salt … Continue reading 7 Signs Your Chimney Needs Repair
Top Masonry Trends of 2019
Looking to renovate your home this year and need some inspiration? Have a look at the top masonry trends of 2019 when planning out your design. There are plenty of great ideas here to work with and incorporate into your new home design. Check them out below. Colour Diversity If you’re looking to do something … Continue reading Top Masonry Trends of 2019
How to Safeguard Your Foundation from the Winter Weather
Problems that occur with the foundation of a home are mostly caused by weather — especially the harsh winter elements. The amount of moisture that’s surrounding our homes during the winter months is a lot for the soil to handle, especially for such an extended period of time. The weather also is much more unpredictable … Continue reading How to Safeguard Your Foundation from the Winter Weather
5 Reasons Why Your Foundation is the Most Important Part of Your Home
Most people assume that the most important part of their home is the roof. While your roof is the component that protects you from the elements, it’s not the only one that keeps you safe. The foundation is what supports your home and bears the weight. Without a solid base underneath, it’s only a matter … Continue reading 5 Reasons Why Your Foundation is the Most Important Part of Your Home
Top 7 Fireplace Trends of 2019
A fireplace automatically adds a touch of luxury and coziness to any space. That’s why it’s been such a staple feature in homes for centuries. It keeps us warm in the chilly winter, gives us a focal area to sit around with family, and it’s captivating no matter where it’s located. If you’re planning to … Continue reading Top 7 Fireplace Trends of 2019
7 Beautiful Home Accents
Does your home look dull and lacklustre inside? Then you need a selection of home accents to create an eye-catching theme in your space. Sure, your furniture can provide you with the general layout, but it’s those thoughtful home accents that really make a home aesthetically appealing. Check out a list of the accents that … Continue reading 7 Beautiful Home Accents
5 Reasons to Repoint Your Home’s Brick & Stone
The brick and stone foundation of your home is designed to last decades, but the mortar between won’t last nearly as long. Whenever the mortar starts to crack and crumble, you need to replace it with an inch of fresh mortar to maintain the structural foundation and keep the rain and water outside of your … Continue reading 5 Reasons to Repoint Your Home’s Brick & Stone