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Trying to decide between painting and staining your brick in Toronto? This guide covers the real difference between the two options — including limewash as a third alternative — with cost data, product recommendations, and clear guidance on when each option makes sense for Toronto homes.

Your foundation is the most expensive part of your house to repair. Parging is the cheapest protection you can put on it. A thin coat of mortar that costs $15 to $25 per foot can prevent thousands in concrete damage from Toronto freeze-thaw cycles.

Most Toronto stucco is EIFS, and it takes a beating from our freeze-thaw cycles. Cracks, bird holes, and crumbling moulding are the most common issues. Here is how to fix each type of damage, when DIY makes sense, and when to call a pro.