Site Cleanup Rates in Canada
2025 rates for debris removal, construction cleanup, and lot clearing
Site cleanup with a skid steer in Canada costs $80-$250 per hour for machine and operator. This service tracks closely to base wet-hire rates. Add $120-$165/hr for dump truck hauling if debris removal is required. Most operators enforce a 3-4 hour minimum with $200-$400 minimum service charge.
Site Cleanup Rates by City
| City | Province | Low | High | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver/Lower Mainland | BC | $125/hr | $250/hr | Medium |
| Toronto/GTA | ON | $95/hr | $150/hr | Medium-High |
| Calgary | AB | $100/hr | $145/hr | High |
| Edmonton | AB | $100/hr | $125/hr | High |
| Regina | SK | $125/hr | $150/hr | Medium |
| Winnipeg | MB | $90/hr | $125/hr | Medium |
| Montreal | QC | $95/hr | $145/hr | Medium |
| Halifax | NS | $85/hr | $125/hr | Low-Medium |
| Moncton | NB | $80/hr | $120/hr | Low |
Rates for machine with operator. Hauling is typically extra ($120-$165/hr for dump truck). Disposal fees vary by material type and local landfill rates.
Common Site Cleanup Jobs
Construction Site Cleanup
$400-$1,500+End-of-project cleanup: debris consolidation, material sorting, final grading prep. Time varies by site size and debris volume. Often quoted as flat rate.
Vacant Lot Clearing
$500-$2,000Clearing overgrown lots of debris, junk, and vegetation. Half-day to full-day job depending on lot size and accumulation. Hauling extra.
Storm Damage Cleanup
Standard hourly rateFallen trees, debris, damaged materials. A grapple bucket is ideal for this work. Often urgent - availability may be limited after major storms.
Renovation Debris Removal
$300-$800Loading dumpsters or trucks with renovation debris. Often combined with mini-demo work. Access permitting, much faster than manual loading.
Total Cost Breakdown
A typical site cleanup involves multiple cost components:
| Component | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Skid steer + operator | $100-$150/hr | National average |
| Dump truck + driver | $120-$165/hr | If hauling required |
| Disposal/tipping fees | $80-$200/load | Varies by material type |
| Mobilization | $100-$300 | Per equipment piece |
| Example: 4-hour cleanup | $1,200-$2,000 | With 2 loads hauled |
Best Attachments for Cleanup
Grapple Bucket
Best for debris cleanup. Grabs irregular materials and holds them secure during transport.
Rental: $150-$200/day
Standard Bucket
Good for loose material like dirt, gravel, sand. Usually included with machine rental.
Usually included
Pallet Forks
For palletized materials, concrete blocks, or lifting debris into dumpsters.
Rental: $75-$150/day
Sweeper/Broom
For final cleanup of paved surfaces, parking lots, or warehouse floors.
Rental: $125-$200/day
Site Cleanup Guides by Province
Equipment for Site Cleanup
Versatility is key for cleanup work. A machine that handles multiple attachments well is ideal:
Bobcat S650
Great all-around
$25K-$38K
Cat 259D3
CTL for soft ground
$32K-$48K
Bobcat T590
Versatile CTL
$28K-$42K
John Deere 320G
Easy attachment swaps
$28K-$42K
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