Parging
Parging is a thin, troweled coat of cement over foundation walls. It evens out block and stone, protects them from weather and gives the base of a house a clean, finished look.
- CoatPortland and lime cement mix
- SurfaceSmooth, brushed or textured
- WhereFoundations, block walls and stone bases
- PrepCleaned and bonded before coating
What is included
- 1A bond that holdsWalls are cleaned and prepared so the new coat sticks and does not flake.
- 2Even and smoothTroweled to a level finish that hides rough block and uneven stone.
- 3Colored or paintedParging can be left natural, tinted or painted to match the house.
- 4Repairs for old coatsFailed parging is chipped off and replaced, not just painted over.
From your first call to the final cleanup
We lay, repair and restore brick, stone and block in cities across the country. Find yours below and set up a walk-through.
- 1We walk the siteWe look at the wall, yard or roofline together, talk through the look you want and note what is already there.
- 2We set the layoutLines, levels and measurements are marked first, so every course starts straight and the finished work sits true.
- 3We build course by courseUnits are set on a full bed of mortar, checked with level and line, and the joints are struck as we go.
- 4We finish and clean upJoints are tooled, surfaces are cleaned and the site is left tidy, with a walk-through at the end.
Is this the right choice for your project?
- Foundations with flaking or missing parging
- New block or stone walls that need a finish
- Homes being sold or repainted
- Walls with hairline cracks in the old coat
What makes structural masonry hold
- The footingEvery wall sits on a footing sized for its weight and the soil beneath.
- The steelReinforcement and grout give block and tall walls their strength.
- The drainageWater pressure is the usual enemy of retaining and foundation walls, so drainage is part of every plan.
Common questions
How long does parging last?
It depends on the wall, the moisture and the mix. A good bond and good drainage make it last for many years.
Can parging stop leaks?
It helps slow moisture but is not a waterproofing system on its own, and we are clear about that.
Can parging be colored?
Yes. Pigment can be added to the mix, or the coat can be painted afterward.
Services that pair with this one
Foundation Wall RepairCracked, bowed and crumbling block and stone foundation walls diagnosed and repaired.See the service Structure
Concrete Block WallsReinforced concrete block walls for foundations, garages, fences and buildings, faced to look the part.See the service Restoration
Masonry WaterproofingKeeping water out of brick, block and stone walls with repairs, coatings and flashing.See the service Find your city
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