Siding repair and small cladding jobs

Homeowners after wind, hail or impact damage, landlords between tenants, property managers and small businesses.

Fixed quote per job or hourly rate plus materials. Repairs are quick to book and can lead to larger re-cladding work.

• Basic carpentry and exterior finishing
• Measuring and matching materials
• Safe work on ladders and at height
• Clear quotes and communication

• Commercial general liability insurance, which many clients will ask to see
• Provincial rules on fall protection and working at height, check your provincial workplace safety body
• WCB/WSIB registration, which in some provinces can apply to construction work even without employees, check with your provincial board
• Older siding and trim may contain asbestos or lead paint, so check before cutting or removing anything
• Winter slows exterior work in much of Canada, so plan cash flow for the cold months
• Some jobs may need a municipal building permit, and Quebec contractors may need an RBQ licence, check locally

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on your tools, ladders and safety gear, vehicle needs, insurance and the materials you stock. Starting with repairs and small jobs keeps early costs lower.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,000 to $9,000, depending on how many jobs you take, their size and your local demand. Winter slows exterior work in much of Canada, so plan cash flow for the colder months.

Check commercial general liability insurance, provincial fall protection rules, and whether WCB/WSIB registration applies to you. Also check for asbestos or lead paint in older siding, municipal building permits, and RBQ licensing in Quebec.