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One recognised business per trade, per city, across Ontario, selected on service record, reputation and workmanship. Look up a trade or a town and see who earned it.
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Deck Building
2 winners

Fence Construction
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Deck & Fence Staining
5 winners

Retaining Wall Construction
2 winners

Concrete Finishing & Pouring
5 winners

Concrete Sealing & Resurfacing
2 winners

Foundation Repair & Waterproofing
2 winners

Roofing Replacement & Repair
2 winners

Siding & Exterior Cladding
1 winner

Window & Door Installation
1 winner

Interior Home Renovations
1 winner

Kitchen Remodeling Specialists
3 winners

Basement Finishing
1 winner

Flooring Installation
1 winner

Heating and Cooling
1 winner

Electrical Contracting
1 winner

Permanent Outdoor Lighting
5 winners

Holiday & Christmas Lighting
5 winners
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Recently honoured
2026 Winners
- ★ 2026 Winner

Brantford Concrete Forming
Foundation Repair & Waterproofing · Brantford, ON
Precision concrete forming for Brantford & area.
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Brantford Retaining Walls
Retaining Wall Construction · Brantford, ON
Strong. Durable. Built to last.
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BVM Contracting
Interior Home Renovations · Toronto, ON
Toronto interior renovations since 1997.
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Celebrate Lighting
Permanent Outdoor Lighting · Oakville, ON
Permanent outdoor LED lighting across Southern Ontario.
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Christmas Lights London
Holiday & Christmas Lighting · London, ON
Professional Christmas light installation in London, ON.
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Classic Christmas Lighting
Holiday & Christmas Lighting · Kitchener, ON
Professional Christmas light installation in Kitchener-Waterloo.
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Among the 41 businesses recognised in 2026
Celebrate Lighting
Christmas Lights London
Classic Christmas Lighting
Concrete Tillsonburg
Deck Medic
Deck Revitalize
DeckStain.ca
Festive Holiday Lighting
Forever Lights
GTA Christmas Lighting
Halton Glow Lighting
Hot Tub PadsK&M Kitchen Renovations
Legal Basements London
London Concrete Forming
London Concrete SealingLondon Deck Builder
London Fence Installer
Recognition is based on service record, customer reputation and workmanship reviewed across the region, not on advertising spend.
Only one Service Excellence Award is highlighted per category, per city, per year, so it is a meaningful signal, not a participation badge.
Every profile says what the business does best and where to ask questions, so you go into the estimate informed.
Winner profiles carry verified phone, website and Google Maps links, plus real photos of their work.
Homeowner guides
Know what good looks like before you sign.
Hiring · 8 min
Contractor Red Flags: Warning Signs Every Ontario Homeowner Should Know
Cash-only demands, no fixed address, high-pressure pitches, no written scope, and refusing WSIB proof are the six clearest signs to walk away.
Money · 9 min
Deposits, Payment Schedules and Contracts: What Ontario Homeowners Should Know
Deposit norms, staged payment schedules and basic Ontario consumer protection rules explained.
Permits · 8 min
Do You Need a Building Permit in Ontario? A Plain-Language Guide
When decks, retaining walls, basement work and structural changes typically need a permit, and how to confirm locally.
Trades · 9 min
Hiring a Concrete Contractor in Ontario: A Practical Guide
Forming, curing time, control joints, sealing, and Ontario's freeze-thaw cycles all affect how long a concrete driveway or patio actually lasts.
Trades · 9 min
Hiring a Deck Builder in Ontario: What to Know Before You Start
Material choice, guard height rules, footing depth, permits, and timeline all shape a deck project, here is what to sort out before hiring a builder.
Hiring · 8 min
How to Check a Contractor's Reviews and References the Right Way
A practical walkthrough of using Google reviews, BBB, HomeStars, and real reference calls to vet a contractor before you sign anything.
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