In the greater Toronto area, everyone enjoys their cozy fireplaces during the winter months. As summer begins, people forgo gathering around the fireplace to enjoy the great Toronto area summers, making summertime the perfect time for fireplace and chimney cleaning and maintenance. Summer fireplace cleaning not only means your fireplace …

As you probably know, brick has been used for thousands of years. Why? Bricks are durable, user-friendly, and require little maintenance compared to other building materials. Bricks are also energy efficient, noncombustible, and recyclable. On top of all that, bricks are resistant to high pressure, extremes in temperature, and heat-absorbing, …

Do-it-yourself projects can be very fun and exciting. They allow you to interact with what you’re building and apply a personal touch. However, when it comes to masonry, your expertise in this field is essential.  Thus, unless you are a mason, you need to hire one for such projects. They’ll …

We know brick as a durable and long-lasting construction material. But even so, aging can take a toll on it. As such, regular maintenance and annual inspection can be handy in lengthening the lifespan of brick blocks. In some cases, the bricks can be neglected and are left to age. …

If your house or property has a brick exterior, it will need repair at some point. In Toronto, Canada for instance, the weather elements can be harsh. And the exposure of bricks to these elements can significantly make them vulnerable and susceptible to damage.  Depending on the extent of damage, …