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Northern Oaks
Renovated Muskoka cottage interior by Northern Oaks Contracting

General Contractor
Services in Muskoka.

Interior renovations, kitchens, baths, repairs, fences, decks, docks, masonry and custom carpentry, run end-to-end by one Huntsville-based crew.

  • 5.0 · 19 Google reviews
  • Licensed · Insured · WSIB
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$5M liability + WSIB
3 years building in Muskoka
Huntsville to Parry Sound
What we build

Every service, under one roof.

Self-perform masonry and carpentry, coordinated trades on everything else. One point of contact from quote through closeout.

Custom Muskoka lakefront cottage build with timber and fieldstone at golden hour

Custom Cottage Builds

Ground-up lakefront homes built for Muskoka winters and four-season living.

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Renovated Muskoka cottage interior with fieldstone fireplace and lake view

Cottage Renovations

Full gut renos, additions, and tasteful modernizations of legacy cottages.

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Muskoka mason setting fieldstone and granite veneer by hand

Masonry & Stonework

Self-performed fieldstone, granite, and natural-veneer masonry.

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Floor-to-ceiling fieldstone fireplace in a Muskoka cottage great room

Fireplaces

Floor-to-ceiling fieldstone hearths designed as the room's centerpiece.

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Custom Muskoka cottage kitchen with quartz island and lake view

Kitchen Renovations

Lake-view kitchens with stone counters and millwork built for entertaining.

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Spa-style ensuite bathroom renovation in a Muskoka cottage

Bathroom Renovations

Spa-style ensuites with tile, stone, and natural light.

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Multi-level cedar deck with glass railing on a Muskoka lakefront

Decks & Outdoor Living

Composite and cedar decks engineered for shoreline grade and exposure.

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Cedar pergola over fieldstone patio at a Muskoka cottage at dusk

Pergolas & Covered Decks

Cedar shade structures over fieldstone patios, built to weather decades.

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Armour stone retaining wall terracing a Muskoka lakefront lot

Retaining Walls

Armour stone terraces that hold a shoreline and look like they were always there.

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Two-storey cedar boathouse with copper roof on a Muskoka lake

Boathouses & Docks

Two-storey boathouses and crib docks permitted to MNRF standards.

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Natural stone interlock driveway winding through pines at a Muskoka cottage entrance

Landscape Construction

Interlock driveways, natural stone walkways, grading, drainage, and lighting.

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Natural flagstone patio with stone fire pit and Muskoka chairs overlooking a lake at sunset

Patios & Interlock

Fieldstone, flagstone, and Techo-Bloc patios built on engineered base.

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Northern Oaks handyman repairing a cottage door frame on a Muskoka porch at golden hour

Repairs & Handyman Service

Cottage-side fixes done right, with the same crew that builds for our larger clients.

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Not sure where you fit?

Talk to a project manager.

Tell us what you're building and we'll match it to the right service line, or scope it as a custom project.

Specialties

Every specialty we run.

Each specialty has its own deep-dive page with scope, specs, and FAQs. Browse by service line below.

Full Gut Renovations

Down-to-studs Muskoka cottage renovations with new envelope, mechanicals, and finishes.

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Cottage Additions

Side, rear, and lake-side additions that look original from day one.

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Second Storey Additions

Adding a second floor to a Muskoka cottage with engineered lift or rebuild.

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Four-Season Conversions

Converting three-season Muskoka cottages for year-round use.

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Foundation Lifts & Repairs

Lifting Muskoka cottages off failing foundations onto new full basements or piers.

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Interior Cottage Renovations

Main-floor updates, bedrooms, mudrooms, great rooms, trim, flooring, and finish upgrades.

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Exterior Cottage Renovations

Siding, windows, doors, trim, entries, porches, and weather-exposed exterior upgrades.

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Structural Wall Removals & Beam Work

Load-bearing wall removals, beam installs, open-concept conversions, and engineered supports.

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Crawlspace & Basement Upgrades

Crawlspace insulation, moisture control, access improvements, and basement finishing support.

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Window, Door & Siding Upgrades

Replacement windows, exterior doors, patio doors, siding, trim, flashing, and weatherproofing.

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Mudroom & Entry Renovations

Durable entries, boot rooms, storage walls, laundry tie-ins, and cottage drop zones.

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Cottage Renovations Plumbing

Licensed plumbing rough-in, fixture, and repair work tied to your cottage renovations project.

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Cottage Renovations Electrical

Licensed electrical rough-in, fixtures, and panel work tied to your cottage renovations project.

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Fieldstone Veneer

Hand-set Canadian Shield fieldstone veneer for chimneys, walls, and full exteriors.

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Granite Cladding

Quarried Muskoka granite cladding for full exterior wraps and feature walls.

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Stone Chimneys

Full-height fieldstone and granite chimneys built and rebuilt by Muskoka masons.

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Tuck-Pointing & Heritage Repair

Mortar repair and stone repointing on legacy Muskoka cottages and chimneys.

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Dry-Stack Stone Walls

Mortar-free landscape walls of fitted granite and fieldstone.

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Brick Work

Brick repairs, new brick features, matching, repointing, and small masonry builds.

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Brick Repair & Repointing

Repairing cracked brick, failed mortar, loose units, and weathered joints.

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Brick Veneer & Accent Walls

Interior and exterior brick veneer, feature walls, and accent masonry.

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Stone Steps & Landings

Granite steps, stone landings, cottage entries, and grade transitions.

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Flagstone Walkways

Natural flagstone paths, garden walkways, entries, and shoreline paths.

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Masonry Repairs

Stone, brick, block, mortar, chimney, and wall repairs across Muskoka.

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Block Work & Parging

Concrete block walls, foundation repairs, parging, and utility masonry.

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Fireplace Masonry

Hearths, surrounds, fireboxes, veneer, and full-height masonry fireplace features.

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Outdoor Kitchen & BBQ Masonry

Stone outdoor kitchens, BBQ surrounds, counters, islands, and fire features.

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Masonry & Stonework Plumbing

Licensed plumbing rough-in, fixture, and repair work tied to your masonry & stonework project.

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Masonry & Stonework Electrical

Licensed electrical rough-in, fixtures, and panel work tied to your masonry & stonework project.

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Full Kitchen Renovations

Demo-to-finish cottage kitchen renovations with custom cabinetry.

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Custom Kitchen Islands

Custom kitchen islands designed, built, and installed without a full reno.

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Walk-In Pantries & Beverage Stations

Walk-in pantry buildouts and beverage stations carved from existing space.

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Cabinet Refacing & Door Replacement

Refacing solid existing kitchen boxes with new doors and finishes.

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Custom Cabinetry & Millwork

Locally built solid-wood cabinetry, dovetailed drawers, and soft-close hardware.

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Countertops: Quartz, Granite, Soapstone

Stone counters templated, edge-profiled, and installed with sealed seams.

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Backsplashes & Kitchen Tile

Backsplashes, feature walls, and kitchen tile laid over waterproofed substrate.

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Appliance Integration & Panel-Ready Installs

Panel-ready fridges, integrated dishwashers, and hidden-hood installs.

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Open-Concept Kitchen Conversions

Opening closed cottage kitchens to great rooms with engineered beams.

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Kitchen Layout & Design Planning

Layout planning, storage strategy, traffic flow, appliance locations, and finish direction.

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Kitchen Flooring

Tile, engineered wood, luxury vinyl, subfloor prep, transitions, and heated floor options.

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Kitchen Lighting

Task lighting, island pendants, pot lights, under-cabinet lighting, dimmers, and switching.

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Range Hoods & Ventilation

Range hood installs, venting routes, make-up air considerations, and exterior terminations.

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Kitchen Windows & Doors

Kitchen window swaps, patio doors, exterior doors, light improvements, and trim tie-ins.

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Small Kitchen Renovations

Compact cottage kitchens, galley kitchens, rental kitchens, and small-space storage upgrades.

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Kitchen Renovations Plumbing

Licensed plumbing rough-in, fixture, and repair work tied to your kitchen renovations project.

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Kitchen Renovations Electrical

Licensed electrical rough-in, fixtures, and panel work tied to your kitchen renovations project.

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Interior Repairs

Drywall patches, trim, doors, and finish fixes handled by finish carpenters, not a random handyman.

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Exterior Repairs

Siding, soffit, fascia, deck boards, and railing fixes on cottages and homes.

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Seasonal Maintenance

Cottage opening, closing, and preventive maintenance visits on a schedule you set.

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Punch List Services

Property manager and realtor punch lists knocked out in one coordinated visit.

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Door Repairs

Sticking doors, damaged doors, hinges, locks, trim, weatherstripping, and adjustments.

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Trim & Finish Repairs

Baseboard, casing, crown, paneling, finish carpentry, and small detail repairs.

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Drywall Repairs

Drywall holes, cracks, water-damage patches, taping, sanding, and paint-ready repairs.

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Deck & Dock Board Repairs

Replacing damaged deck boards, dock boards, fasteners, small rail sections, and unsafe surfaces.

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Railing Repairs

Loose railings, broken pickets, posts, stair rails, guards, and cottage safety upgrades.

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Cottage Opening & Closing Help

Seasonal opening, closing, inspection, minor repairs, and photo reporting.

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Rental Turnover Repairs

Fast repairs for rental cottages between guest stays, check-ins, and peak-season bookings.

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Storm Damage Repairs

Wind, tree, water, ice, siding, trim, deck, dock, and exterior damage repairs.

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Repairs & Handyman Service Plumbing

Licensed plumbing rough-in, fixture, and repair work tied to your repairs & handyman service project.

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Repairs & Handyman Service Electrical

Licensed electrical rough-in, fixtures, and panel work tied to your repairs & handyman service project.

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What clients say

Real reviews from every service line .

5.0 · 19+ Google reviews
via Google
"We had an excellent experience with Northern Oaks Contracting. Rob was always friendly, professional and very knowledgeable in many different areas. Not only did he do a great job with our renovation but he noticed and helped us out in some other areas too."
Tiffany Wilson2 months ago
via Google
"I hired Northern Oaks for a driveway extension as part of my home renovation so I could park two additional cars, and I'm really impressed with the results. The quality of the work and craftsmanship really stand out. It's been over 6 months and it's held up perfectly."
Semir N.4 months ago
via Google
"The Northern Oaks Contracting crew has been amazing to work with from start to finish. Their ability to keep both customers and trades well-coordinated has made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a reliable and professional team!"
Curtis Henhawke4 months ago
via Google
"Robert installed a kitchen backsplash for us. Communication was great and he showed up to do the work when he said he would. The price was very reasonable and quality of work excellent. Would definitely recommend them."
Iris (Nodomu)3 months ago
via Google
"We hired Rob to complete a chimney rebuild and do some work on an exterior and interior wall. The work was completed within the agreed upon time frame and when we had an issue with the fireplace after the chimney rebuild Rob was speedy to come back and sort it out."
Bryan Osowiec8 months ago
via Google
"My property manager recommended Rob. I obtained multiple quotes, and his company stood out as the most professional and offered the best price. I highly recommend them, excellent customer service and I'm very satisfied with their work."
Matt Keyvani2 years ago
2025 Quality Business Award winner
Recognised 2025

Best general contractor in Muskoka.

Named #1 by the Quality Business Awards for craftsmanship, transparency, and on-time delivery across Muskoka.

FAQ

Common questions.

Do you handle the whole project or just one trade?+

The whole project. Carpentry and masonry are in-house, and we schedule and manage the licensed plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and specialty trades. You deal with one contract, one schedule, and one invoice.

Do you take on small jobs or only large renovations?+

Both. A single bathroom, a deck rebuild, or a fireplace is welcome alongside full custom builds. If a job is not the right fit for us, we will say so rather than pad a quote.

Do you pull the permits?+

Yes. Permit drawings, applications, and inspection scheduling with the relevant town or township are part of our scope on any work that requires them.

How are your estimates structured?+

Itemized and scoped, with assumptions and exclusions written out. You get a secure link where you can review each line, leave comments, and approve online.

Do you offer emergency or repair work?+

We handle repairs for existing and past clients, including storm, water, and structural issues. For an urgent situation, call us directly rather than using the form.

What warranty comes with the work?+

Five years on our workmanship, plus the manufacturer warranties on materials, fixtures, and equipment.

Let's build

Your Muskoka project, started right.

Walk the site with us. We follow up with a fixed-price proposal, usually within two weeks.

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