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Canadian Handyman's Guide to Quoting Winter Services

How Canadian handymen quote winterization, snow removal, and cold-weather repairs. Covers seasonal pricing strategies.

10 February 20266 min read
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Winter services keep Canadian handymen busy. Here's how to quote them.

Winterization Services

Window Winterization

  • Install storm windows: $30-60 each
  • Apply weatherstripping: $50-100/door
  • Caulking: $5-10/window

Plumbing Winterization

  • Shut off exterior taps: $75-150
  • Blow out irrigation: $100-200
  • Cottage winterization: $200-400

Heating Prep

  • Furnace filter change: $50-100
  • Baseboard cleaning: $100-200
  • Fireplace inspection: $150-300

Snow Removal

Per Visit

  • Driveway (standard): $35-60
  • Walkways: $20-40
  • Steps and porch: $15-30

Seasonal Contract

  • Monthly rate: $150-300
  • Unlimited visits
  • Salt/sand included or extra

Ice Dam Removal

  • Roof raking: $100-200/hour
  • Steam removal: $300-600
  • Prevention install: $500-1,500

Cold Weather Repairs

  • Frozen pipe thaw: $150-400
  • Emergency callout: Premium rates
  • After-hours: 1.5-2x regular rate

Pricing Strategy

  • Seasonal contracts provide steady income
  • Per-visit for occasional customers
  • Premium for emergency/after-hours

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