Top 5 General Contractors
in Kawartha Lakes
We compared 5 General Contractors serving Kawartha Lakes, Ontario using publicly available business information, including customer reputation, local presence and documented services. Across the businesses featured here, documented specialties include Complete renovations, Framing, and Flooring.
↘ Kawartha Lakes’s featured general contractors have a FiveBest Score below the Ontario benchmark.
Mainguy Construction presents itself as an all-in-one provider for A-to-Z renovations in Kawartha Lakes. Its documented scope includes complete renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, basement apartments, decks, framing, flooring, excavation and post holes, with design, construction and finishing touches handled as part of renovation work.
Complete renovations · Framing · Flooring
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Kawartha Lakes Construction uses a unified design-build model, with one team and contract responsible for design and construction. For general contracting projects in FiveBest’s Kawartha Lakes context, the Lakefield firm documents custom homes, cottage builds, renovations and additions; its stated service zone extends 60 km or 60 minutes from its office.
Custom home construction · Cottage construction · Home additions
L & J Design and Renovation documents residential construction work in Kawartha Lakes, including kitchens, basements, bathrooms, decks, windows and doors, siding, painting and flooring. Its in-house designer handles early planning and space planning, while construction and on-site project management are coordinated through the same team.
Residential construction · Kitchen renovations · Basement renovations
RWH Construction is a Kawartha Lakes general contractor based in Fenelon Falls, with in-house design, material procurement, project management and construction. Its documented building work includes custom homes and cottages, renovations, additions, garages, boathouses, commercial projects, excavation and ICF foundations; a showroom and 3D walkthroughs support project planning.
Custom home and cottage construction · Home renovations and additions · Garages and boathouses
Kawartha Lakes general contractors lead nearby FiveBest markets
Featured general contractors in Kawartha Lakes have a median FiveBest Score™ of 62/100, compared with 68/100 for featured general contractors across Ontario.
Among nearby FiveBest markets, Peterborough (59/100) scores below Kawartha Lakes.
Comparison based on profiles currently featured by FiveBest in this category with an available FiveBest Score™.
How we researched General Contractors in Kawartha Lakes
FiveBest reviews publicly available information for General Contractors serving Kawartha Lakes.
- Google rating and review history
- Documented services
- Years in business when available
- Kawartha Lakes and surrounding service coverage
- Business website and online presence
- Independent reputation signals when available
Research last updated: September 2026
Common Services
- Whole-home renovation in Kawartha Lakes
- Home additions in Kawartha Lakes
- Structural renovation in Kawartha Lakes
- Basement finishing in Kawartha Lakes
- Kitchen and bathroom renovation in Kawartha Lakes
- Open-concept conversions in Kawartha Lakes
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Compare general contractors in Kawartha Lakes for whole-home renovations, additions, structural changes, basement finishing, kitchen and bathroom projects, permit coordination, subcontractor management and design-build services. FiveBest helps homeowners compare selected local renovation contractors.
Compare selected general contractors in Kawartha Lakes for home renovations, additions, structural work, basement finishing, project management and design-build services.
Confirm applicable licensing, insurance and experience with projects similar in scope and complexity.
Look for a written scope, allowances, exclusions, payment schedule, change-order process and warranty terms.
Compare estimates based on the same plans, materials and assumptions rather than price alone.
Review completed renovations similar to yours and ask for relevant references.
Confirm who coordinates permits, inspections and licensed trades where they are required.
Ask who manages the site, schedule, subcontractors, communication and project changes.
What Affects General Contracting Costs
- Project size and scope
- Design and engineering
- Structural work
- Materials and finishes
- Permits and inspections
- Number of trades involved
- Site access and existing conditions
- Allowances and selections
- Schedule and project complexity
Questions to Ask a General Contractor
- Have you completed projects similar to mine?
- What licensing and insurance apply to this project?
- Who will obtain permits and coordinate inspections?
- Is the estimate itemized and what allowances are included?
- How are change orders approved and priced?
- Who supervises the project day to day?
- What is the payment schedule?
- What workmanship warranty is provided?
Frequently Asked Questions
Project cost depends on scope, design, structural work, labour, materials, permits, subcontractors, site conditions and schedule. Compare detailed estimates based on the same plans and specifications.
A general contractor may plan and manage the renovation, coordinate trades, order materials, schedule inspections, oversee site work, manage changes and remain responsible for the overall project delivery.
Permits may be required for structural changes, additions, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, occupancy changes and other work. Requirements vary by municipality and project scope.
Design-build combines design and construction responsibility within one team. Traditional delivery may involve separate designers and contractors. Compare accountability, pricing, schedule and design flexibility.
Timing depends on design, permits, product lead times, structural work, inspections, trade availability and changes during construction. Ask for a written schedule with major milestones.
Compare licences where required, insurance, similar-project experience, references, contracts, itemized estimates, allowances, change-order procedures, schedule, payment terms, warranties and communication.