Parging is the process of applying a layer of mortar to your concrete foundation. It’s done for both aesthetic and functional reasons, and it’s something to consider for both residential and commercial buildings. Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling one, parging can help your exterior look a little bit more cohesive and presentable. Here’s why you should consider parging your foundation wall.
Makes your building look cleaner and more professional
The biggest reason that many people choose to apply parging to their foundation is because it covers up imperfections like cracks or discoloration. This makes your foundation look much more aesthetically pleasing. If you’ve put a lot of time and money into the overall design of your exterior, it’s worth getting parging done so that the look of your foundation does not detract from the building.
Protects foundation from weather
Even the most perfectly designed foundation is still vulnerable to weather damage, and parging can actually help prevent that. It provides an extra layer of protection, which is very important in all different climates. Parging can prevent moisture and cold from penetrating your foundation, keeping you more comfortable inside. It can also prevent sun damage to your foundation, which could weaken it over time. In some cases, it can even prevent damage from impact, which could happen during a particularly windy storm.
Keeps you comfortable inside
Adding a layer of parging to an existing foundation is a great way to make it more airtight, so you’ll be able to better control the temperature of your indoor space. Not only will this prevent cold air from getting in, but it will also prevent heat or air conditioning from getting out. This can help you save money in the long run on your energy bills. In some cases, it can even prevent leakage.
Here at Murphy’s Masonry, we are one of the leading parging contractors in Ontario. We are family owned and operated, and dedicated to providing our customers with incredible service that will leave you completely thrilled with your home. We’re available for all types of masonry projects as well, including bricklaying and tuckpointing as well as parging.
