Small Demolition Business in Ontario
Canada's largest market with strong renovation demand
Ontario Quick Facts
Tax Rate: 13% HST
WSIB: Mandatory with employees
Hourly Rate: $175–$350/hr
Day Rate: $1,400–$2,800/day
Season: Year-round
Key Market: GTA renovations
WSIB Mandatory in Construction
If you hire employees, WSIB coverage is mandatory for demolition work in Ontario. Sole proprietors should consider voluntary coverage for liability protection.
Ontario Demolition Rates
Hourly Rate
$175–$350/hr
GTA rates at higher end.
Day Rate
$1,400–$2,800
8-hour minimum typical.
Shed Demo
$1,000–$3,500
Includes disposal.
Ontario Markets
GTA Renovations
Basement underpinning, garage demos, pool fills. High demand, premium pricing.
Commercial TI
Tenant improvement demolition. Strip malls, office buildings, retail spaces.
Cottage Country
Old cabin demolition, dock removal. Muskoka, Kawarthas, Haliburton.
Farm Structures
Old barn demolition, silo removal. Rural Ontario demand.
Common Demolition Jobs
| Job Type | GTA Price |
|---|---|
| Shed/Garage Demo | $1,000–$3,500 |
| Deck Removal | $600–$2,000 |
| Pool Fill-in | $8,000–$15,000 |
| Concrete Pad | $10–$20/sq ft |
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