Natural Stone

Natural Stone Installation
In The Okanagan, BC

Real quarried stone brings timeless beauty, lasting strength, and natural character to your home. Every piece is unique, and every installation is built to stand for generations.

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Why Natural Stone

Timeless Stone That Brings Warmth And Strength To Any Home Or Building

Natural stone is one of the oldest and most respected building materials in construction. Quarried directly from the earth, it brings a rich texture and one of a kind character that manufactured products cannot match. It works beautifully on full wall exteriors, entrances, columns, accent features, fireplaces, and retaining walls.

At Big Dog Exteriors, our in house team installs natural stone with careful selection, strong bonding, and clean finishing. Every stone is placed by hand. No subcontractors. No shortcuts. Just honest craftsmanship built to last in every season.

What We Install

Full Natural Stone Installation
From Start To Finish

Surface Prep & Layout Planning

We assess the wall structure, prepare the surface, and plan the stone layout for a balanced and natural look.

Natural Stone Installation

Each stone is selected and placed by hand to create a beautiful, one of a kind finish.

Joint Work & Pointing

Careful mortar application, clean joints, and detailed pointing for a strong and finished result.

Caps, Sills & Edge Finishing

Natural stone caps, sills, and edge details are added for a complete and polished look.

Sealing & Weatherproofing

Professional grade sealer is applied to protect against moisture, staining, and weather damage.

Cleanup & Final Inspection

Thorough site cleanup and a detailed inspection to make sure everything meets our standards.

You get a natural, beautiful, and lasting stone finish installed the right way.

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Stone Types

Natural Stone Options For A Warm And Lasting Exterior

Granite

Extremely hard and weather resistant. Granite offers rich colour depth and handles the Okanagan climate with ease.

Limestone

Soft, warm tones with a natural texture. Limestone adds a classic and refined feel to any exterior.

Slate

Layered and distinctive with excellent weather and fire resistance. A strong and elegant choice.

Sandstone & Fieldstone

Earthy tones and natural shapes that bring a rustic, handcrafted character to your home.

How We Install

A Careful And Detailed Natural Stone Installation Process

Want natural stone installed with real craftsmanship?

Contact us today to start your project with a team you can trust.

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Step One: On Site Review

We inspect your wall, review the layout, and discuss your design goals and stone preferences.

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Step Two: Stone Selection

We help you choose the right type, colour, and texture of natural stone for your project.

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Step Three: Surface Preparation

We prepare the wall structure, apply moisture barriers, and ensure a solid foundation for the stone.

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Step Four: Stone Installation

Each stone is hand selected and installed with strong mortar, careful spacing, and clean alignment.

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Step Five: Pointing & Sealing

Joints are filled and tooled. A professional sealer is applied to protect against weather and wear.

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Step Six: Walkthrough

We walk you through the finished project, answer your questions, and make sure you are fully satisfied.

Our Promise

Natural Stone Installed With Skill And Pride

Full In House Crew

No subcontractors. Every stone is placed by our own trained installers.

Made For Okanagan Weather

Natural stone handles heat, cold, freeze thaw cycles, and moisture with ease.

Clean And Detailed Work

We focus on tight joints, natural alignment, and a beautiful finished look.

Clear Communication

We explain each step and keep you updated throughout the project.

Full Exterior Support

We install masonry, siding, fascia, soffits, and complete exterior systems.

Natural Stone FAQ
Stone Questions

Natural Stone FAQs

Natural stone is quarried directly from the earth and used in its real form. Stone veneer can be natural thin cut stone or a manufactured product designed to look like stone. Both are durable, but natural stone offers a one of a kind texture and finish.

Natural stone is one of the most durable building materials available. When installed correctly, it can last for decades and even generations with very little maintenance.

Full thickness natural stone is heavier than veneer products. We assess your wall structure during the project review and make sure the surface is properly prepared and supported before installation.

Yes. Natural stone is heat resistant and works very well on fireplaces, chimneys, and hearths. It adds a warm and timeless look to any feature.

Sealing is recommended for most natural stone installations, especially on exteriors. It protects against moisture, staining, and weather damage while keeping the stone looking its best.

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Natural Stone Installed Right

Natural stone adds warmth, strength, and real character to your home. When you want genuine stone installed with pride and careful detail, we are ready to help.