FAQ
Straight answers.
The questions we hear most. Don't see yours? Call 416-627-1629 or send us a message.
Working with us
What services does Ontario Bonded Builders offer?
Outdoors, we build fences and gates, decks, interlock patios and walkways, custom sheds, pergolas and picnic tables. Indoors, we renovate kitchens, bathrooms, basements, bedrooms, mudrooms and laundry rooms, and build custom closets and woodwork. We also do repairs and small jobs by the hour, emergency repairs, and commercial work.
Where are you located, and where do you work?
We're based in Mississauga and serve Mississauga, Toronto, Oakville, Burlington, Brampton, Caledon (including Bolton), Vaughan (including Kleinburg) and King Township (King City, Nobleton and Schomberg). If you're not sure we cover your area, ask.
Do you handle commercial projects?
Yes. We work on residential and commercial projects, from interior renovations and repairs to fencing, decks, patios and picnic tables in bulk.
Can I get a custom renovation plan?
Absolutely. We work with you on a plan that fits your needs, your preferences and your budget, and tell you where the money matters most.
Are you licensed and bonded?
Yes. Ontario has no provincial licence for renovators, but some cities license them. We hold building renovator licences from the City of Mississauga (26 004817) and the City of Toronto (T85-5531036). You can check the Toronto licence with the city's Business Licence Lookup. We also carry a surety bond and $5 million in commercial liability coverage.
Are you insured?
Yes. We carry $5 million in commercial liability coverage. Ask us for a copy of the certificate.
Do you do emergency repairs?
Yes. For anything urgent, call us at 416-627-1629 rather than using the form.
Where can I see more of your work?
Photos and videos of our recent projects are on Instagram at @ontariobondedbuilders.
Prices and estimates
Are estimates free?
Yes. We'll visit, measure and talk through your options, then send you a written quote. There's no charge and no obligation.
Are the prices on your website quotes?
No. They're planning ranges to help you budget, and the examples are what specific past jobs cost. Your project's price depends on its size, materials and site, so it's set in a written quote after we've seen the job.
Do your prices include HST?
No. HST (13% in Ontario) is added to every price on this site.
How does hourly pricing work for small jobs?
Our rate is $110 per hour with a 4-hour minimum ($440), plus materials and HST. Long-distance travel, specialty materials or disposal can add fees, and we'll tell you up front.
Why do your fences cost more than some quotes I've seen?
Our standard fence is heavier than most: 6×6 posts instead of 4×4, a 2×6 top rail and a board-on-board pattern that stays private as the wood shrinks. If you'd rather keep costs down, we also build on 4×4 posts. Ask for both prices.
Permits
Will my project need a building permit?
It depends on the project and the city. In Mississauga, for example, a deck more than about 2 ft off the ground needs one, while a typical fence or a small storage shed doesn't. We'll tell you at the estimate and arrange the drawings and application when one is needed.
Do I need a permit to finish my basement?
In Mississauga and Oakville, finishing a basement to create rooms or living space needs a permit. Toronto exempts simple finishing with no structural changes and no new unit. Adding a bathroom or a second unit needs one everywhere.
Free estimate
Let's look at your project.
Estimates are free. We'll come out, measure, talk through options and send you a written quote.