Calgary Home Services Black Book

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🌿 Landscapers
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Full front & backyard landscaping (standard lot) $15,000–$35,000 Includes grading, softscape, basic hardscape
New sod installation (1,000–2,000 sqft) $1,500–$3,000 Includes topsoil, prep, and install
Retaining wall (pressure-treated or stone) $80–$180 per linear foot Depends on height and material
Decorative rock install (river rock or rundle) $2.50–$5.00/sqft Includes fabric and border
Mulch bed creation with edging $600–$1,500 Includes weed barrier and mulch
Tree planting (small–medium) $300–$600/tree Includes delivery and planting
Shrub or perennial garden install $1,000–$3,000 Basic layout and planting plan
Landscape lighting install (6–10 fixtures) $1,800–$4,000 Transformer included
Landscape design service (digital plan) $600–$1,500 For permit or builder submission
πŸͺ΅ Deck Builders
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Pressure-treated deck (10x12 ft) $4,000–$6,500 Includes stairs and railing
Composite deck (12x16 ft) $9,000–$14,000 Trex, Timbertech, etc.
Wrap-around deck (premium hardwood) $20,000–$35,000 Exotic woods like Ipe
Multi-tier deck with built-in lighting $15,000–$30,000 Integrated riser lighting
Replace existing wood deck boards $2,500–$5,500 Labour and disposal included
Add privacy screen or pergola $1,500–$4,000 Louvered or fixed
Install aluminum or glass railing $75–$125/linear ft Premium look, low maintenance
πŸ›‘οΈ Fence Builders
Service Typical Price Range Notes
6' pressure-treated privacy fence $45–$70 per linear foot Includes posts and gates
Cedar fence with lattice top $65–$90 per linear foot Premium materials
Vinyl fence (white, 6’) $75–$100/linear foot Long lifespan, low maintenance
Horizontal slat-style fence (stained) $80–$120/linear foot Contemporary aesthetic
Chain-link fence (black, 4’) $30–$50/linear foot With posts and top rail
Gate installation (4–6’) $400–$900 Single or double
Fence staining or sealing $2.50–$5/sqft New or refinishing
πŸͺ¨ Concrete Flatwork / Stamped Concrete
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Broom finish concrete driveway $10–$14/sqft Includes base prep
Stamped concrete patio (400–600 sqft) $12–$18/sqft Colour + pattern included
Exposed aggregate sidewalk (3’–4’ wide) $14–$20/sqft Durable and decorative
Concrete front steps (3–5 risers) $2,500–$4,500 Reinforced base included
Retaining wall footing + pour $25–$45/sqft Excavation separate
Garage floor replacement $6,000–$10,000 Demo, gravel, and re-pour
Crack repair and re-sealing $500–$1,200 Surface prep included
πŸ”³ Interlock & Paver Installers
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Paver driveway (600–1,000 sqft) $14–$20/sqft Includes base prep
Patio with pavers (300–500 sqft) $12–$18/sqft Border pattern optional
Walkway or side path $1,200–$3,500 Depending on length and width
Raised patio with steps $15,000–$25,000 Premium finish options
Add edge restraint and polymeric sand $2–$3/sqft Maintenance refresh
Re-level sinking pavers $5–$10/sqft Labour-intensive, no new material
πŸ’¦ Irrigation System Installers
Service Typical Price Range Notes
New 4-zone irrigation system $3,000–$5,000 Includes controller and sensors
Add smart irrigation controller $400–$800 Wi-Fi scheduling
Spring startup service $100–$180 Includes zone check
Fall blowout / winterize $80–$150 Prevent freezing
Drip line install for garden beds $500–$1,200 Efficient and water-saving
Repair broken line or head $150–$350 Includes parts
🌱 Artificial Turf & Sod Installers
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Artificial turf install (300–500 sqft) $10–$15/sqft Base prep + infill included
Backyard turf play area (1,000 sqft) $12,000–$15,000 Includes shock pad base
Sod supply + install (1,000 sqft) $1,200–$2,500 Includes topsoil
Turf cleaning and fluffing $300–$600 Annual maintenance
Pet-safe turf install $11–$16/sqft Odour-resistant base system
🌳 Tree Removal & Arborists
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Remove medium tree (20’–30’) $500–$1,200 Includes disposal
Large tree removal (35’+) $1,200–$3,000 May need crane
Tree pruning / shaping $200–$600 Per tree
Emergency tree removal $1,500–$4,000 Storm damage pricing
Stump grinding (single stump) $150–$350 Based on size
Arborist consultation / report $150–$300 Required for permits in some areas
🎨 Exterior Painters
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Full exterior repaint (1,800–2,500 sqft home) $6,000–$12,000 Stucco, siding, trim
Fence staining (linear foot) $2.50–$4.50/ft Includes spray and back-roll
Deck staining or re-coat $1.50–$3/sqft Includes minor sanding
Trim-only paint touch-up $500–$1,500 Includes prep and caulking
Stucco colour coating $3.50–$6/sqft Elastomeric or acrylic finishes
🌧️ Eavestrough & Gutter Installers
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Full house eavestrough replacement $1,200–$2,500 5” aluminum with downspouts
Install gutter guards (100–200 ft) $5–$9/ft Mesh or hood type
Repair leaky gutter section $150–$300 Includes sealing and brackets
Add new downspout $100–$200 Directs away from foundation
Fascia & soffit replacement $10–$16/sqft Often bundled with eavestroughs
πŸ›£οΈ Driveway Sealers & Resurfacing
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Asphalt driveway sealcoat $250–$500 Annual maintenance
Crack fill and seal (100 ftΒ²) $200–$400 Prep, heat bond, and seal
Concrete resurfacing (broom finish) $4–$7/sqft Restore flaking or stained slab
Driveway tear-out + re-pour $6,000–$10,000 2-car wide, includes removal
🏠 Garage Builders
Service Typical Price Range Notes
Detached double garage (20x20 ft) $25,000–$40,000 Permit, slab, framing, finish
Detached garage with loft or suite $60,000–$120,000 Includes heating & electrical
Replace garage door (insulated, 16’) $1,200–$2,000 Includes install
Add heating (unit heater or radiant) $2,000–$4,000 Electrical/gas not included
Garage slab pour or replace $8–$14/sqft Reinforced concrete

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