Foundation waterproofing and repairs Richmond Hill ON
Richmond Hill is a beautiful city, with buildings that date back for almost a century. Some new buildings pop up, some new homes built, but the risk of foundation damage is omnipresent, especially in our ever-changing climate.
At Masonry Richmond Hill, our masonry contractors are well-versed in the complications and damage you might see in a foundation - things like cracks, crumbling debris and water penetration. If you spot some damage, big or small, and are not sure if the blemish will compromise your basement foundation’s structural integrity or cause compilations such as mould, wall and floor damage, give us a call for an inspection and assessment. Let’s touch on what kind of cracks mean what, and which ones significantly increase the risk of structural damage and ultimately water damage. If you see vertical cracks or vertically oriented diagonal cracks, this is a common occurrence among older buildings, or even newly constructed ones for that matter. Cracks occur when there’s insufficient allowance for the natural expansion and contraction cycle during temperature changes, causing tension in the concrete and ultimately leading to cracks. This type of crack is easily repaired as a urethane or epoxy sealer is injected into the little holes drilled into the cracks to fill in the crack. |
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Horizontal cracks, however, represent a structural shift in the foundation, and usually requires immediate rectification. A structural engineer is typically called on to design and plan an underpinning process to increase the depth and reinforce the foundation.
At Masonry Richmond Hill, we can immediately identify the severity of the cracks, crumbles and other blemishes seen in the foundation, so if you’re unsure with what you’re dealing with, do not hesitate to consult our highly experienced masonry contractors.
We’re also big advocates on preventative waterproofing and masonry work, one of our popular service requests being parging. Parging is a time-honoured technique to provide a cement “wrapping” around the base of the above ground foundation. The mortar is made of cement, lime and water and is often used to cover up unsightly masonry bricks or stone on the building’s exterior surface. The bonus benefit of this, however, is it provides some water- and weather resistance, so it acts as an additional barrier from water leakage. The mortar has to be properly mixed, blended and applied in order to maximize its longevity and water-resistant properties. This is why you should rely on skilled masonry contractors to perform this task, and be wary of labourers with little to no experience as they may not apply the right mixing and application techniques, costing you more in repairs in the long run.
We are proud to be providing masonry services including foundation repairs and waterproofing to the residents and business owners in Richmond Hill. Richmond Hill boasts a growing population of over 200,000 people, a diverse community, beautifully designed parks, historical buildings and well-established residences. We are glad to be involved in the beautification and prolonging of the life of buildings in our community, and hope to be working with you in the future.
At Masonry Richmond Hill, we can immediately identify the severity of the cracks, crumbles and other blemishes seen in the foundation, so if you’re unsure with what you’re dealing with, do not hesitate to consult our highly experienced masonry contractors.
We’re also big advocates on preventative waterproofing and masonry work, one of our popular service requests being parging. Parging is a time-honoured technique to provide a cement “wrapping” around the base of the above ground foundation. The mortar is made of cement, lime and water and is often used to cover up unsightly masonry bricks or stone on the building’s exterior surface. The bonus benefit of this, however, is it provides some water- and weather resistance, so it acts as an additional barrier from water leakage. The mortar has to be properly mixed, blended and applied in order to maximize its longevity and water-resistant properties. This is why you should rely on skilled masonry contractors to perform this task, and be wary of labourers with little to no experience as they may not apply the right mixing and application techniques, costing you more in repairs in the long run.
We are proud to be providing masonry services including foundation repairs and waterproofing to the residents and business owners in Richmond Hill. Richmond Hill boasts a growing population of over 200,000 people, a diverse community, beautifully designed parks, historical buildings and well-established residences. We are glad to be involved in the beautification and prolonging of the life of buildings in our community, and hope to be working with you in the future.
