On-Site shed and backyard outbuilding builder

Homeowners who need storage, a garden or tool shed, a bike store or a small hobby space, and cottage owners.

A fixed quote per build based on size, materials and labour, with extras for upgrades like wiring prep, shelving, windows or a custom paint finish.

• Carpentry and framing
• Reading plans and measuring accurately
• Quoting jobs and managing materials
• Working outdoors and dealing with customers

• Commercial general liability insurance and, if you hire help, WCB/WSIB coverage (rules vary by province)
• Building permits, size limits and setback rules for outbuildings vary by municipality, so check before quoting
• Check where utilities and property lines run before you dig or place a base, such as calling your provincial locate service
• Winter slows outdoor building in many areas and frozen ground affects foundations, so plan for seasonality
• Check whether your province requires any contractor registration or whether GST/HST registration applies

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on your tools, vehicle needs and the materials you buy upfront. Taking deposits can help protect your cash flow while you build.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on how many builds you complete and their size. Winter slows outdoor building in many areas, so plan for seasonal changes in work.

Check building permits, size limits and setback rules for outbuildings with your municipality before quoting. Also check for locating utilities before digging, any provincial contractor registration, GST/HST registration, and liability insurance plus WCB/WSIB if you hire help.