Masonry Repair in Bloor West Village

There are many wonderful neighbourhoods in Toronto. Bloor West Village is no exception. Vibrant restaurants, wonderful schools and, of course, beautiful old brick houses. From Jane to Keele and Queensway to St Clair, most houses are pushing 100 years old, and are often in need of at least a small amount of masonry restoration or repair. Brick replacement, tuckpointing or repointing, parging and chimney rebuilds are the main types of work needed on the old houses in Bloor West Village. Harsh Canadian weather and the freeze/thaw cycle that it brings can slowly deteriorate bricks and mortar. It can be just a small amount of deterioration at first. If, for example, a downspout overflows in the weeks of winter thaw, it can speed up deterioration and create a more urgent need for restoration.

Getting A Free Estimate

When you notice something out of the ordinary on the walls and masonry structures of your home, the best thing to do is, at first, a little bit of research. Using the internet to find a reliable contractor can be tricky. It’s hard to determine if a company’s reputation is genuine or manufactured. Once you feel that you have found one, most likely they offer free estimates.

The contractor will come out, hopefully in a timely manner, and discuss the problems you may or may not have with your home. If the contractor is honest, they will not be too pushy on things and explain the nuances of the various types of work your home may need. Most homes need at least a little bit of work, but if the story being told is that you have a short period of time, all of a sudden, too get something addressed before you have a serious problem, you should take a breath and seek a second opinion. At Wilkens, we have built up a reputatation (just check out our reviews on Google and Homestars) and can be relied on you deliver an honest  assessment followed by a fair quote.

Hiring Local

Wilkens Masonry serves most areas of the GTA as well as Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and Mississauga. However, the founder of the company, Ernie Wilkens, raised his family in Bloor West Village for 25 years with his children attending Humberside and Runnymede schools. Our yellow vehicles are still a regular staple in the area and our head of sales, Ernie’s nephew Richard, resides in the Junction, just a stones throw away from the main drag of Bloor West Village. We have an appreciation for the neighbourhood and the pride people have for their homes and we hope to be a part of keeping those homes in tact for many more years to come.

Contact Us For a Free quote

You can peruse our website galleries and fill out a free estimate request form HERE. We offer plenty of free advice and our family run business is here to help as we have been for the past 47 years.

Original Wilkens Team