Brianna HarrisonTHE 5 BEST GARAGE BUILDERS IN TORONTO
With the high cost of real estate, many homeowners find it more affordable to build a new garage than to purchase a home with a built-in space. And did you know that a new garage can also significantly enhance your property value by up to 10%?
If you're considering garage building in Toronto, ensure you obtain the necessary permits, hire a reputable contractor with experience in the local area, and get multiple quotes. Here's a look at the city’s best garage builders to get you started.
How We Chose the Best Garage Builders in Toronto
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Garage Builder in Toronto?
A single-car garage typically costs about $25,000 to build in Toronto, including labor and materials. Construction costs can vary greatly depending on the type of garage and your location.
1. Garage Door Geeks
Established in 2010, Garage Door Geeks offers garage door repair, garage door opener repair, springs, and the installation of new garage doors and garage door openers, with a 3-year warranty on new installations.
It has received numerous accolades, including the Homestars “Best of” award for eight consecutive years and three Houzz Awards for Best of Houzz from 2021 to 2023.
Garage Door Geeks is renowned for its competitively priced services, 24-hour response times, and convenient same-day garage door repairs, without any additional charges for emergency services.
Their experienced and insured technicians are available seven days a week, offering a detailed walkthrough of the space, and upfront pricing.
Pros
- 3-year warranty on new installations
- Same-day emergency repair service
- Upfront pricing
Cons
- Long waitlist for full garage construction
Professional, polite, and courteous service
“Quick response time. Kept in touch over arrival time for the appointment. Issue quickly resolved. Also, there was a discovery of an issue with the original installation by a different company. Professional, polite, and courteous service. Many thanks.”
Robert Scott Barron, Google Review
Super responsive
“Had an issue with the garage door coming off the tracks, and the team at Garage Door Geeks were super responsive to send someone over. Yuri was able to easily fix the issue and provided us with advice on how to better maintain the garage door as well. Highly recommend!”
Felix Wong, Google Review
2. Homeland Garage Door Repair
Homeland Garage Door Repair has been serving residential and commercial clients since 2002. They work closely with clients to understand their specific requirements, taking preferences, budget, and property aesthetics into account.
They offer a wide range of services, including garage door installation, repair, maintenance, and tune-ups, and are accessible 24/7.
Homeland Garage Door Repair’s certified technicians are proficient in working with a variety of materials, including wood, steel, and aluminum. They are also experts in installing and setting up automatic garage doors, whether you have a Liftmaster or Genie garage door opener.
In addition to garage building, Homeland Garage Door Repair also offers complementary same-day services such as repairs, maintenance, tune-ups, troubleshooting, and emergency release.
Pros
- Same-day repair
- 24/7 emergency services
- Handles residential and commercial clients
Cons
- Pricier than competitors
Very professional and respectful
“Hi, I just want to say that Homeland Garage Doors limited were very professional from the technication Alex that worked on my Garage door, he answered all of my questions and showed and explained to me why the parts needed to be replaced and what was wrong. Diane which I spoke with was very professional and respectful in helping me solve a problem. I respect her and that highly.”
David Bacolini, Google Review
Highly knowledgeable and dependable technician
“We noticed that our garage door seemed to be off-track. Instead of trying to fix it ourselves, we called this company to ensure that it will be handled by a professional. They sent a highly knowledgeable and dependable technician. He didn’t take too long in solving the problem, yet he worked with care and precision. Thanks!”
Farjana Islam, Google Review
3. Dodds Garage Door Systems
Dodds Garage Door Systems has been a specialist in the building, installation, sale, and repair of garage doors and openers since 1958. They provide free estimates and are available 24/7 for emergencies for their residential and commercial clients.
They offer free shop-at-home service so that customers can personally speak with experts and select custom materials for their garages.
Dodds has consistently been voted the top garage door company in the GTA since 2000, winning the Consumers Choice Award. Their qualified and insured professionals are adept at working with diverse materials such as steel, aluminum, fiberglass, and glass to suit different customer preferences.
Customers can explore Dodds’ extensive range of residential garage doors and openers on their website. They occasionally have sales on garage door openers for customers seeking discounted prices.
Pros
- Free estimates
- 24/7 emergency services
Cons
- Reports of delay in response times
Very friendly and courteous
“Excellent service today from Roberto!! Advanced notice when on route, was exactly on time and performed the repair quickly and did a great job – our door is working like new. Very friendly and courteous as well! Would recommend without reservation.”
Erik Switzer, Google Review
Professional, thorough and careful with our home
“I have had an amazing experience with Dodds from beginning to end. Every person we interacted with was professional, thorough and careful with our home. I have had a few poor experiences with other home services lately which has only highlighted for me how impressive their customer service skills are. We had to wait longer than expected for our front door but they kept us updated and the wait was well worth it. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a garage or front door.”
Cheryl Caissie, Google Review
4. MTP Construction Group Inc.
With over 25 years of experience, MTP Construction Group Inc. tackles projects of any size, from residential garage construction to large-scale commercial and industrial renovations.
The company was honored with the prestigious Best of TrustedPros award for General Contracting in Toronto in 2020 and awards in other categories during the previous years.
From initial design conceptualization to project completion and delivery, MTPCG handles all stages of the construction process. They work closely with property owners, architects, structural engineers, and specialised tradespeople to ensure seamless execution of their projects.
MTP ensures that every step of the process adheres to the highest standards, offering a one-year warranty for renovations and a two-year warranty for new builds. They also offer free, no-obligation estimates for all their services.
Pros
- Free and no-obligation estimates
- Two-year warranty on new builds
Cons
- Reports of slow response times to email inquiries
Quality was beyond what we expected
“Michael built our new garage and did an amazing job. The quality was beyond what we expected. Him and his whole team were great to work with, and very professional. There were several trades involved in the overall construction and Michael made sure the work was coordinated so that there were no delays and kept the work flowing so that it was completed. Michael was able to work with us on our needs and providing us suggestions and options.”
Herbert Respall, Google Review
Built my dream garage
“Mtp construction group inc built my dream garage. Helped me with my permits with the city and drawings with the archeit. I would recommend this company to anyone who needs construction work done.”
Trevor Masters, Google Review
5. Fix It Right Garage Doors
Offering everything from installations to repairs and maintenance, Fix It Right Garage Doors has been servicing residential and commercial clients for over 20 years.
Their technicians specialise in designing and building garages, installing new motors, fixing snapped or broken cables, and diagnosing problems accurately before undertaking any more repairs or installations.
They guarantee 24-hour emergency services and an average response time of 15 minutes for any inquiries or urgent needs.
Aside from offering a best-price guarantee, Fix It Right provides free estimates and virtual consultations so clients can discuss their requirements and receive expert guidance without the need for an in-person visit.
Clients can choose from the diverse materials available, including steel, glass, aluminum, wood, and composite or faux wood, based on their budget, preferences, and durability requirements.
Pros
- 15-minute response time guarantee
- Virtual consultations available
- 24-hour emergency services
Cons
- Reports of delay in follow-up services
Courteous, knowledgeable and accommodating
“John did very well. He explained everything that needed to be done that allowed us to make an informed decision. He was courteous, knowledgeable and accommodating. Definitely recommend him and Fix it Right Garage Doors to our friends and colleagues. Thank you John!”
Harold Cabitac, Google Review
Best pricing by far compared to others
“Excellent experience and service with quick response time, best pricing by far compared to others, and fast delivery and install of new garage door within 2 days of initial inquiry! Garage door looks amazing and workmanship was impeccable. Highly recommend Fix It Right Garage Doors.”
Jason Lo, Google Review
