Last year I had the original parging removed as part of a EIFS replacement project. I would like to reinstate the parging to the foundation wall. There is an edge where the concrete isn't plumb and will have to be built up before parging is applied. I would appreciate an estimate.
Thanks,
Jonathan
Hi, I just purchased a condo that happens to have rough concrete walls on one side of the living room. I was wondering if you polish concrete walls, how long it would take per wall and how quickly you could get into the condo. I live in Stittsville but the new condo is downtown. The wall in the living room is 17' by 9'. I don't need a high gloss polish, rather just need to get the high areas ground down and generally smoothed out. The condo is still empty so now is the time to get it done. Please let me know asap.
The concrete on my front porch requires repairs. The front facing part of the cement porch has some cracks and part of the cement has come off. In addition, the there is damage to a section of the top part on the porch where there is a gap. See the two photos for clearer picture of the damage and repair required. The entire width of the porch is 11 feet. The opening for the damaged concrete on the top is 3" x7" at its widest point.
Please provide me details regarding the repair that needs to be done and an estimated cost for the repair, and when the contractor will be available to do the work. Also, I would like to know if it is too late in the season, given the temperature, for this work to be done this year and whether I should wait to have the work done next year during warmer temperatures.
I have been renovating my basement and have removed the old cement floor and rubble that was under it. I have but down my crushed stone and insulation and ready to pour a new floor. Looking for someone to pour the new floor. Rough size is 35'x17' and a 4" slab. Located in Old Ottawa South.
Thanks
Ed
1. The step to my front door is too high, a step would need to be added, or the existing step raised.
2. The drain in the front is blocked. It would need to be dug up and replaced (under the flower bed).
Ideally, both would be done, but the pressing need is the first item.
Hello,
There is a cimented path that leads you to the stairs and the front landing of the house. Problem is the path is downhill a bit. In the winter we often get icy storms and you guess it right, you slide your down and difficult to go up therefor very dangerous if any one knock him / herself out because of that. The angle may be less then 10 inches. The path is a the length of the half of the house. The surface is quite damaged. I am not sure I want to break it with a jack hammer to replace with patio bricks. I am thinking of pouring a couple of inches of ciment once I set up the form around it. And to add or make a step on that path. I ask some guys around me, some agree I should just pour new ciment using adhesif and some discourage me from doing so. I should just break the old ciment and make all new.
Can anyone advise me on this?
If pouring new ciment on old ciment is good idea or ?
If so, what type of ciment ? glue? will it be stable for the winter? specially if I get some ice i would need to pic the ice off ??/
We have a home that is 90 years old in Old Ottawa South. We are looking for a company that will come in and remove the existing cement and level the floor. And pour a new cement floor. The existing cement floor is 2" think and very old and easy to break up. Under the floor is gravel and stones. We are not going down below the footings so no underpinning is needed.
Thanks
Ed
Concrete porch topped with flag stones requires repairing. Unfortunately the snow plow took a piece of these steps and I am looking for someone that can permanently repair these steps. I am open to suggestions. If you are interested, have a drive by and feel free to examine the porch and if you want to give me some suggestions and want to meet with me, please send me an e-mail. Thanks
Looking to replace the front concrete steps on a single family home.
There are two steps leading to a landing, along with a railing and a thin metal rod going up to the overhanging roof. The steps are hollow and might be able to get broken up and left under the new stairs. The steps are 72" wide, the landing is 42" deep, and the landing is 19" from ground level.
I trust that I've provided sufficient measurements, description, and photographs for you to be able to provide a preliminary cost estimate through email.
hi
we need to have the drywall surrounding our fireplace replaced wih cement board prior to installing a gas insert. The drywall is to the ceiling at present so we need just 12 inches or so above the fireplace opening done (and the sides) in order to meet code. We will re-paint ourselves.
thanks
Tammy
Replace existing "poured" cement steps with "poured" cement consisting of salt & rot/corrosion resistant mix.
All work to be done in compliance with current City of Ottawa bylaws, safety/health regulations. Any & all building permits shall be the responsibility of the contractor.
Hello,
We would like our existing concrete front steps to be replaced by either stone or concrete work. Something durable and that also looks good. Ideally we would like to reduce how steep the steps are as we find them a bit high and narrow currently. We are thinking of adding a landing in the middle.
There is a small landing at the top (this will remain) and bottom of the steps (this will be replaced to match new work). Currently there are 7 steps, each measuring 7" high x 12" deep x 61" wide. The concrete stairs (not including the bottom landing) are 61" wide x 65" high x 62" deep.
The railings can either stay or be replaced depending on the style and budget.
We own our home.
1. Repair and/or replace a sinking concrete slab in the basement (basement plumbing may be redone after slab is removed).
2. Replace support posts supporting the main floor (and jack up as necessary to level out the sag on the main and 2nd floors – sag due to the original support post resting on the sinking concrete slab).
3. Full demo of basement and main floor (floors, ceilings, and walls excluding duct/electrical/plumbing going to 2nd floor).
4. Replace support beams and support posts on the main floor allowing removal or drastic shortening of two load bearing walls.
5. Reframe stairwells.
In essence, the goal is to gut both the basement and main floor giving us a clean template, and ensure that it is on a sturdy (and level) footing. Rebuilding and refinishing will be left to friends, family and, when needed, the occasional professional (plumbing/major electrical/etc.).
House background: Semi-detached home built in 1959, brick exterior, wood framed interior. Foundation has no visible cracks. Concrete slab in the basement has visibly sunk (up to 3 or 4 inches) otherwise the building is structurally sound. Footprint of the home is approximately 20 x 30 ft and has a full basement, main floor and second floor.
Quotes and/or referrals on any or all of the items above would be greatly appreciated.
I have a restaurant project at the Rideau Centre set to begin in November. There are two existing concrete ramps that will need to be removed and made good. A 6" slab will need to be poured within the space. A concrete curb will need to be installed. Footing's for new patio piers. New concrete stair case.
Please contact for more information.
The concrete around my garage door is falling off in small patches. Built in 2011. Needs parging work in about 8 spots, all close together. Important to have good colour match. Also, 10 feet away, there is a small crack (not expanding) in my concrete front porch that I would like filled.
All easily accessible in the front of my house. Parking easy in my driveway.
Would like a quote.
Paul H.
36 x 11 patio, stamped concrete, min 4" thickness, base to be min 12" granular A, with reinforcing rods, driveway is 18 x 40' stamped concrete min 6" thickness with simple pad like design with expansion cuts, base to be min 12" granular A with reinforcing rods.
Site prep: remove existing driveway surface (asphalt) including appropriate disposal, remove soil for patio including disposal.
General cleanup expected daily during project.
Hi,
I recently had a retaining wall replaced and I need to add a stamped concrete slab beside the wall for a walkway. The section is about 20'x4' and it needs to be 4" deep. No corners or curves required and the area already has gravel in place so so it's a fairly small job. Interlock is not an option because I need to anchor a railing into it afterwards. By any chance is anyone available on your team for this job in the very near future? If so, could I please get a quote for this?
Thanks,
Stuart
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