The chimney crown may be one of the least noticeable parts of your home’s masonry, but it plays an important role in protecting the entire chimney from water damage. Located at the very top of the chimney, the crown helps direct rain, melting snow, and other moisture away from the …
Mortar is an essential part of every brick wall. While bricks tend to get most of the attention, the mortar joints between them help hold the masonry together, accommodate normal movement, and contribute to the wall’s ability to manage moisture. When mortar begins to crumble, turn powdery, or fall out …
Brick masonry is known for its durability, but even a well-built brick wall depends heavily on the condition of its mortar joints. Over time, mortar can crack, crumble, and erode due to weather exposure, moisture, and normal aging. Once those joints begin to deteriorate, they can provide openings where excessive …
Winter can be especially hard on brick, stone, mortar, and other masonry materials. Small cracks and deteriorated mortar joints that seem manageable during warmer months can become much larger problems once freezing temperatures arrive. For Toronto homeowners, completing necessary masonry repairs before winter is an important part of protecting a …
A brick wall should appear straight, stable, and uniform. When sections begin to curve outward, lean, or develop noticeable bulges, it can be a warning sign that something within the masonry system is no longer functioning as intended. Unlike minor surface cracks or discoloration, bowing brickwork may indicate movement that …
