General Contractors in Ontario
2,376 general contractors in Ontario with multi-platform trust scores.
Top-rated general contractors in Ontario
- 1PD Home Renovations Inc.· Waterloo84/100
- 2Summit Contractors· Richmond Hill84/100
- 3Captain Handy - Construction Company· North York82/100
- 4Handyman Mississauga Contracting· Mississauga82/100
- 5Hicks Construction (Sault) Ltd· Sault Ste. Marie82/100
- 6YIXIN CONSTRUCTION INC.· Markham82/100
- 7Duane Erb Construction Inc· Waterloo81/100
- 8Burlington Home Renovation Contractors by Gracia Makeovers· Burlington81/100
- 9M & D Buildings· Mississauga81/100
- 10AS Construction· Oakville80/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a general contractor cost in Ontario?
General contractors typically charge 10–20% of total project cost as their management fee. For scale, a complete kitchen renovation runs $25,000–$75,000 and a bathroom renovation $10,000–$35,000.
Do general contractors need to be licensed in Ontario?
General contractors building new homes must be registered with HCRA (Home Construction Regulatory Authority). For renovations, verify WSIB and liability insurance.
What should a contractor’s quote include?
A detailed quote should include scope of work, materials, labour costs, timeline, payment schedule, warranty terms, and permit responsibilities.
How do I verify a general contractor in Ontario?
Check HCRA registration for new builds, verify WSIB status, confirm liability insurance, read multi-platform reviews, and check the Ontario Consumer Beware List.
From our research: Ontario contractors average a trust score of 54 of 100, and 74.7% of those rated 4.5 stars or higher fall below the Trusted bar — see the 2026 Trust Index.