Masonry crew for new builds and patios
Lead a small crew building brick and block walls, veneers, fireplaces and stone features.
- C$15k-60k
- Full-time
- Out and about
- Licence or permit needed
Estimates for a small start in Canada, not guarantees.
What it is
Building new masonry: block foundation walls, brick or stone veneer, outdoor fireplaces, retaining walls and landscaping features, working with a small team.
Your first three steps
- Confirm your trade qualifications with your provincial apprenticeship or trades authority, and gain site experience if you need it
- Introduce yourself to local builders, landscapers and general contractors and offer a priced sample bid
- Price out equipment, a work truck and insurance, then line up one or two reliable labourers
Who pays
Home builders, general contractors, landscapers and homeowners doing renovations or additions.
How it makes money
Bid per project or per square foot of finished wall, plus materials. Subcontract work for builders can keep a crew busy through the season.
Skills that help
- Reading plans and measuring
- Bricklaying, blockwork and stone setting
- Leading and scheduling a crew
- Bidding and managing cash flow
Watch out for
- Provincial trade certification and municipal permit rules for structural work vary, so check before you quote
- Commercial general liability insurance, plus WCB/WSIB registration when you hire, with rules by province
- Late payment from larger contractors: agree clear terms and check provincial construction lien rules
- Heavy materials and physical strain, plus silica dust and working at height safety
- Seasonal gaps in winter, so plan for slower months or indoor work like fireplaces
Deep research report · Canada
Everything you need to start: masonry crew for new builds and patios
Researched with live web search for Canada: real startup prices, the licences and rules, what others charge, a break-even example, how to find your first customers and a 30-day launch plan. With sources.
- Startup costs with real prices
- Licences, registration and rules
- Pricing: what others charge
- Break-even example
- Finding your first customers
- 30-day launch plan
- Risks and how to reduce them
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to start a masonry crew in Canada?
Startup costs are estimated at typically around $15,000 to $60,000, depending on equipment, vehicles and crew size. Seasonal gaps in winter are common, so plan for slower months or indoor work like fireplaces.
How much revenue can a small masonry crew make?
Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $8,000 to $40,000, depending on the jobs you win, crew size and season. Late payment from larger contractors can affect cash flow, so agree clear terms.
What licences or rules should I check before starting a masonry business?
Provincial trade certification and municipal permit rules for structural work vary, so check before you quote. Also check liability insurance, WCB/WSIB registration when you hire, provincial construction lien rules, and safety requirements for silica dust and working at height.
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