Commercial Construction Company in Kawartha Lakes, ON

Henley Contracting is a commercial construction company working across the City of Kawartha Lakes, in Lindsay, Bobcaygeon, Fenelon Falls and the surrounding communities. We build small-to-mid-size commercial buildings for local businesses and property owners, and plan around the realities of rural servicing, seasonal trade and a single municipality covering a large area.

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SERVICE: Commercial Construction
AREA: Kawartha Lakes, ON
TOWNS: 3 towns
CALL: (905) 576-9714

Rural commercial building with wood cladding, a stone base and black metal roof among fall trees in Kawartha Lakes, Ontario (illustration) – Commercial Construction Company

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Commercial buildings in Kawartha Lakes

Commercial projects here range from main-street buildings in Lindsay to shops and restaurants that depend on summer visitors in Bobcaygeon and Fenelon Falls. Outside the towns, many sites rely on private wells and septic systems, which shape how large a building can be and where it can sit.

We look at servicing, access and the City of Kawartha Lakes' requirements first, then plan the building and the schedule around them.

01 / SERVICING REVIEWED
Municipal services or well and septic, confirmed early.
02 / SEASONAL TIMING
Construction planned around the business season.
03 / PLAZA AND STANDALONE
Multi-unit plazas and single-tenant buildings.
04 / CITY APPROVALS
Site plan and permits with the City of Kawartha Lakes.

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How we plan a Kawartha project

Site visit

Access, servicing, drainage and neighbours reviewed.
Requirements

Zoning and site plan needs confirmed with the City.
Design and price

Drawings developed with your architect and priced as they progress.
Build

One general contractor manages the trades and inspections.
Handover

A finished building, ready to open.

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Building for a seasonal business

A shop or restaurant that earns most of its year in summer cannot afford to open late. We plan the order of work so the building is closed in before winter and finished in time for the season it was built for.

Empty retail unit with full-height storefront glass, polished concrete and a wood slat feature wall, Kawartha Lakes, Ontario (illustration) – Commercial Construction Company

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One municipality, many communities

The City of Kawartha Lakes covers towns, villages and a large rural area under one set of departments. Requirements can still differ from one property to the next, depending on zoning, servicing and nearness to water. We confirm what applies to your site rather than assuming one answer fits every community.

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Local businesses, local trades

Commercial buildings in Kawartha Lakes are often owned by the people who run them. We keep the process simple for busy owners: one point of contact, a clear schedule and regular updates, with trades coordinated by us from the first site visit to the final inspection.

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Kawartha Lakes towns

See our commercial pages for Lindsay, Bobcaygeon and Fenelon Falls. More about our commercial construction.

Planning a commercial building in Kawartha Lakes? Tell us about your project.

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Laura Barrett

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After receiving a few quotes from different contractors to do a full renovation of our kitchen and dining room, we chose Henley because of how comfortable Nick and his team made us feel right from the first conversation.

From start to finish it took just over three weeks for the team to demolish our ugly, dated, and dark kitchen, and fully rebuild a stunning bright and light new space, designed with style and functionality in mind.

The Henley team was very responsive (shout out to Tom and Michelle), and kept us fully informed throughout the project with the Buildertrend app. They uploaded photos and notes to the app daily, so we always knew where the project was at and how things were progressing. We loved the transparency of this, especially not being at home through the reno.

Thank you Henley Contracting for completely transforming our space.
We are so happy with the final results!
J Oxley

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These guys put another level on our house and did a great job. Everyone was knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and communicative. I highly recommend them.
John Chiappetta

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We recently collaborated with Henley Contracting on a custom cottage build in the Kawartha Lakes area, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. Their team demonstrated unparalleled professionalism and attention to detail, ensuring that every aspect of the project met our exact specifications.

Communication was seamless throughout the process; they kept us informed at every stage and were always available to address any questions or concerns. The project was completed on schedule and within the agreed-upon budget, reflecting their commitment to reliability and efficiency.

The quality of workmanship exceeded our expectations, with meticulous craftsmanship evident in every facet of the build. The final result is a stunning cottage that not only meets but surpasses our vision.

We highly recommend Henley Contracting to anyone seeking a trustworthy and skilled contractor for custom home or cottage construction. Their dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction is truly commendable.

Ps. Thanks for the invite to your cottage this summer! Looking forward to it!