Can old brick be repaired instead of replaced?

Usually. Damaged bricks are replaced and mortar joints are repointed. Full replacement is only needed when the brick has failed widely.

Can insulation be added from the outside?

Yes, when the cladding is being replaced. Adding continuous insulation outside the wall is an effective way to make an older house warmer.

Do you do exterior renovation projects in North York?

Yes. We work throughout North York, including Willowdale, Bayview Village, Don Mills, York Mills, Bedford Park and Bathurst Manor. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 to arrange a visit.

Who issues the permit for this work in North York?

Where a permit is needed, it is issued by the City of Toronto (Toronto Building, North York district). We prepare the drawings and handle the application and inspections.

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Exterior Renovation in North York

The outside of a house does two jobs: it keeps the weather out and it is what everyone sees. We update both, from masonry repair to a complete new facade. In North York, post-war bungalows and side-splits on wide lots sit beside large new custom homes.

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Brick facade detail with timber cladding and patterned balcony screens — From our Abtin project

Scope

What is included.

Brick and stone repair and new masonry
Siding, panel and wood cladding
Insulating exterior walls while they are open
Soffits, fascia and eavestroughs
Facade redesign with new windows and entry
Exterior lighting

Cost

What it costs.

By quote

The cost of exterior renovation depends on the size and condition of the house and the finishes chosen, so we price it after a site visit. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 for a quote.

Local knowledge

Exterior Renovation in North York.

Homes like these
Post-war brick and siding are usually sound, while original windows, doors and porches are due for replacement.
Housing
In North York, post-war bungalows and side-splits on wide lots sit beside large new custom homes.
Permits
Building permits in North York are issued by the City of Toronto (Toronto Building, North York district). We prepare the drawings, submit the application and book the inspections.
Areas we cover
We work throughout North York, including Willowdale, Bayview Village, Don Mills, York Mills, Bedford Park and Bathurst Manor.
Bungalows with potential
North York's wide lots suit second-storey additions and full rebuilds, and many original bungalows are renovated or replaced each year.
Part of Toronto
North York follows Toronto's zoning and permit process, including the rules for garden suites and additional units.

Before you start

What to know.

Keeping water out
Whatever the cladding, the layers behind it matter most: the water barrier, flashing and a gap that lets the wall dry.
Permits
Like-for-like cladding replacement usually needs no permit. Changing the wall structure, adding insulation that alters the wall build-up, or altering openings may.
Heritage streets
Homes that are heritage-designated or inside a heritage conservation district need heritage approval for changes visible from the street.

How we work

One team for every stage.

AssessWe survey the house as it stands.
Design and permitsDrawings and approvals before work starts.
Strip-outWhat is worn out comes off.
RebuildStructure, wiring, plumbing and walls.
FinishesCabinetry, tile, floors and paint.
HandoverWalkthrough and documents.

Questions

Exterior Renovation in North York: the short answers.

How much does exterior renovation cost in North York?: The cost of exterior renovation depends on the size and condition of the house and the finishes chosen, so we price it after a site visit. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 for a quote.
Can old brick be repaired instead of replaced?: Usually. Damaged bricks are replaced and mortar joints are repointed. Full replacement is only needed when the brick has failed widely.
Can insulation be added from the outside?: Yes, when the cladding is being replaced. Adding continuous insulation outside the wall is an effective way to make an older house warmer.
Do you do exterior renovation projects in North York?: Yes. We work throughout North York, including Willowdale, Bayview Village, Don Mills, York Mills, Bedford Park and Bathurst Manor. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 to arrange a visit.
Who issues the permit for this work in North York?: Where a permit is needed, it is issued by the City of Toronto (Toronto Building, North York district). We prepare the drawings and handle the application and inspections.