Wilkens Contracting Inc

Chimney Build & Repair
Toronto ON M4G 1L3
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Lemar in Toronto
Lemar in Toronto
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Chimney rebuild

From the quote to the work being performed Wilkens did an excellent job. Showed up right on time, took extra precautions to protect the neighbours plants and cleaned everything up. Wish all my projects would go this smoothly.

Will be using again in the near future for further brickwork.

Approximate cost of services:
$6,000.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. We hope to help you out in the future for any of your masonry needs!

Olivia Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

Doo
Doo
9 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Brick replacement, tuckpointing

I got a referral from Facebook with glowing reviews so came here to double check. Wonderful reviews so got a quote for four bricks to be replaced and tuckpointing in a bunch of places. They got to work and it was done quickly and beautifully. I have referred them to friends and they were happy as well.

I need more work done and won’t hesitate to call again! Thx for doing what you said you would do, did it very well, and for a reasonable cost.

Approximate cost of services:
$550.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. We hope to help you out in the future for any of your masonry needs!

Olivia Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

SepSep in Hamilton
SepSep in Hamilton
7 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Very Polite and Great Service

Our insurance company was very picky and asked us to get chimney metal liner installed. I called Wilkens to get a quote. They were very quick to respond and send someone. Even though I screwed up the schedule first time, they still came back another day I was home. The guy who came was super polite and nice. He inspected the chimney and gave us a quote but told us he wouldn't recommend it since it's an older house and the chimney is too narrow. He also told us that the code doesn't require us to install the liner.

We had to argue with our insurance about that and they even called Wilkens to confirm it and finally got it resolved. Wilkens didn't charge us for any of that and I am very grateful for their service.

I wouldn't hesitate to call them if we have any masonry work in the house.

Approximate cost of services:
$0.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. We hope to help you out in the future for any of your masonry needs!

Olivia Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

Renee from Toronto
Renee from Toronto
13 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Richard was excellent

Called Wilkens after getting no reply back from 2 other companies. Wilkens showed up when they said they would. Richard was very professional in his assessment. Very straightforward, no attempt at upselling. He really knew what he was talking about. Will be sticking with this company.

Approximate cost of services:
$0.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. We hope to help you out in the future for any of your masonry needs!

Olivia Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

John in East York
John in East York
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Pointing, waterproofing and fixing brickwork

With an old Victorian house, you get some erosion around the brick joints over time. You also get some crumbling where the brick meets the ground, allowing water to get into your basement. Allan came by from Wilkens and fixed all of the problems that we had identified and a few more that he noticed and we had not. He also repaired the brickwork around a new window installation that had left a ragged edge. We were very pleased with the work done and found Allan a pleasure to work with. You can certainly see why Wilkens come so highly recommended.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,000.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. We hope to help you out in the future for any of your masonry needs!

Olivia Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

Major and Minor Renovation Projects
Major and Minor Renovation Projects
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Repair of stone work on stairway and stairway walls

We want to take this opportunity to recognize the work that Bill Kittel, Wilkens Contracting Inc., completed on our stairway. We were (past work on exterior walls) and continue to be very impressed with the service that was delivered. Bill found creative solutions to the repairs on the stone facings that make it appear seamless with the existing material. He is pleasant to chat with and offered explanations to the work that he completed. Bill Kittel is very deserving of our recognition for a job well done.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,000.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. We hope to help you out in the future for any of your masonry needs!

Olivia Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Beautiful job - tuck pointing on old brick

The entire house was tuck pointed in a day. The brick was in poor shape with mortar missing in various spots especially below windows. Wilkens provided a quote and scheduled a date for the work. The job was done by Allan who was extremely detail oriented. He was able to complete all sides of the house to perfection. There is massive improvement in the look of the brickwork. The mortar was matched to the same color. I'd gladly recommend Wilkens to anyone looking for a fair priced honest contractor to have tuck pointing done on their home.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,000.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We really appreciate it. We hope to help you out in the future for any of your masonry needs!

Olivia Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

kelly w in North york
kelly w in North york
4 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Bricking up AC hole

This is the third time we have used Wilkens. As usual, their work is fabulous. Jake went over and above by helping us remove an air conditioner and a mess of spray foam insulation in a hole left by the previous owner. Our house is over a hundred years old, so it's hard to match the brick exactly. He did such a fabulous job that you can barely tell there was ever a hole (it looks more visible in the picture because it's a bit dusty). If (when?) we need more masonry work, we will definitely use them again.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,000.00
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Hello Kelly, Please forgive our delay in thanking you for your very kind review!!! It has been busy which is very good!!! I will make sure to pass on your compliments to Jake. Have a great summer. Maguite Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

Doug P.
Doug P.
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Many Renovations

As a contractor, I look for sub-trades who are honest, highly skilled and reliable. Wilkens Contracting easily meets this criteria and often exceeds my expectations. I have engaged many of the Wilkens team over the years.
They have rebuilt fireplaces and chimney's for me. We have often worked together to add or modify window and door openings. Recently they bricked an addition for one of my clients.
Wilkens provides contractors and homeowners a level of professionalism and service that is hard to find in the world of renovation.

Approximate cost of services:
$500.00
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Thank You so much Doug, this is very helpful. Ernie says hello!!! Have a great season, Cordially, Maguite Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

a very satisfied old geezer  in East York
a very satisfied old geezer in East York
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

old school skill and courtesy

We had Wilkens close and brick in an existing kitchen window to facilitate an extensive remodel.
They were prompt for the estimate appointment and obviously know their stuff.
I’m an old geezer my self and am not impressed by millennials who don’t get their hands dirty.
Bill is a true artesian and exceedingly good at his job. He even removed a lot of extra old bricks to get the line up right. He went as far as cutting about thirty bricks in half just for the aesthetic effect.
All of this hard work and detail on a side wall window that only I see ! I still go out the side of the house to sometimes just appreciate the craftsmanship involved.
May sound like overkill, but it is a work of art executed by a dying breed of skilled person that obviously takes pride in, what for most is a mundane job.
Just to top it off , he swept the dirt at the side of the house so that there would be no debris left.
Truly amazing and I for one really appreciate this level of dedication and work pride.
All of this in November at borderline freezing temperatures !

Thank you to the Wilkens family.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,500.00
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Thank you so much for taking the time to do this and your your kind words. We are always so very happy when our customers are satisfied. We hope to help you in the future with all of your masonry needs!

Have a lovely summer,
Maguite Wilkens and the Wilkens Contracting Inc Team
416 425 8055 www.wilkens.ca

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More about Wilkens Contracting Inc

Wilkens Contracting Inc. has provided personalized service to Toronto homeowners for over 45 years. Our specialties include tuckpointing and repointing, building & repairing chimneys, and building & repairing fireplaces, parging and many other masonry restoration services. Our team of qualified trades people will assess your needs and carry out the job in a timely and thorough manner. We'll treat your home like it's our own. As a family owned company, we are proud of our quality and being built on referrals for almost half a century.

CATEGORIES
Tuck Pointing, Fireplaces, and Chimney Build & Repair
PRODUCTS
We proudly service Toronto, Etobicoke, East York, North York, Burlington and Hamilton, ON
SERVICES
masonry repairs, tuck pointing, chimney repairs, brick fireplace repairs, chimney rebuilds, brick fireplaces, brick replacement, parging
SPECIALITIES
Tuckpointing, Brick Replacement, Chimney Rebuilds, Chimney Repairs, Fireplace Renovations, and Fireplace Repairs, Parging
WEBSITE
http://www.wilkens.ca
YEAR ESTABLISHED
1977
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
10
PAYMENT METHOD
Cheque, Money Order, e-transfer
LICENSES
Metro Lic. B7071
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
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