Big or small jobs — from minor repairs to full roof replacements, masonry rebuilds and commercial work. Call 1-888-457-7076.
Leaside brick and steep gables
Leaside developed mostly in the 1930s and 1940s, with solid brick houses, steep front gables and decorative chimneys. Original brick and mortar here are often softer than modern materials, so repointing should use a compatible mortar and careful joint preparation. Using overly hard mortar can lead to brick damage over time.
Many Leaside homes have had second-storey additions or rear extensions. Where new walls meet old roofs, flashing and the connection between materials need attention, especially if the addition used siding over a wood frame.
Wartime and storey-and-a-half houses
Around Pape Village, Woodbine Heights and Parkview Hill there are many small postwar houses with steep roofs and finished upper rooms. The sloped ceilings leave little space for insulation and ventilation, which can lead to ice dams and condensation in winter.
Dormers on these homes, original or added, add valleys and side walls to the roof. We check the dormer cheeks, step flashing and the condition of the sheathing when planning repairs.
Semi-detached roofs and shared chimneys
Semi-detached houses are common in East York. The roof line may look continuous, but each half is privately owned, and work on one side affects the shared ridge, party wall and sometimes a shared chimney. We clarify boundaries and talk through neighbour permissions before work begins.
Shared chimneys need special attention: deterioration affecting one flue can involve both sides. We explain what can be done from your side and when coordinated work makes more sense.
Ravines, Taylor Creek and older drainage
Homes near Taylor Creek Park and the Don Valley ravines have mature trees and often sloping lots. Leaves fill eavestroughs quickly, and older downspouts may still be connected to underground pipes that no longer drain properly. We assess where roof water goes and suggest safer discharge points where needed.
Front porches and concrete steps on 1930s and 1940s houses have seen decades of freeze-thaw and salt. Spalling concrete, loose railings and settled steps can be repaired or rebuilt depending on their condition.
How we plan East York jobs
East York is part of the City of Toronto, so the City of Toronto may require a building permit; we'll confirm what's needed. Each job starts with an inspection, followed by a free estimate as a written quote and a written contract setting out materials, work areas, exclusions and access.
Narrow lots and shared driveways affect staging, so we plan them before the start date. Statley is WSIB covered. Visit our Toronto page for city-wide information, or call 1-888-457-7076.