Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Cottage & Boathouse Builders in Muskoka
Wicks Construction has been delivering quality cottage, dock, and boathouse construction in the Muskoka region for over 25 years. Our team combines extensive building experience with strategic problem-solving to ensure projects meet exact specifications while maintaining a stress-free client experience. We prioritize strong customer relationships and stand by our craftsmanship long after project completion. With a network of skilled local trades, we offer competitive pricing for water-access and challenging mainland properties. Our executive management system ensures projects stay on budget through detailed forecasting and weekly progress reporting.We maintain open communication channels for remote clients and guarantee workmanship quality. Our commitment to detail extends to structural longevity, including advanced techniques like ICF basement walls. As Tarion Approved Builders, we navigate local zoning regulations and secure permits efficiently. Our team includes certified professionals with decades of commercial construction experience. We specialize in overcoming Muskoka's unique terrain challenges using company-owned barges and heavy equipment. Client testimonials highlight our reliability, innovative design solutions, and exceptional post-construction support.
Services
Cottage Construction
Boathouse Building
Dock Installation
Project Management
Design-Build Services
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of specialized experience in Muskoka's unique construction environment
- Tarion-certified team with Gold Seal Project Management credentials
- Proprietary executive management system for budget and schedule control
- Company-owned barges and equipment for challenging water-access sites
- Comprehensive post-construction support and workmanship guarantees
Associations and certifications
- Tarion Approved Builders
What people say
Very professional
Quality workmanship
Great ideas
Highly recommend
Stress-free experience
Services
Cottage Construction
Specialized building of custom cottages tailored to Muskoka's terrain and regulations. Our team manages permits, design, and construction with ICF technology for energy efficiency. Clients receive weekly progress reports and on-site coordination with local trades.
Boathouse Building
Full-service boathouse construction with water-access expertise. We handle challenging shoreline regulations and employ specialized equipment for lakefront installations. Projects include dock integration and compliance with environmental protection standards.
Project Management
Comprehensive management from design to completion. Services include budget forecasting, schedule coordination, and quality control. Our system provides real-time updates through weekly reports and photo documentation for remote clients.
Design-Build Services
Integrated design and construction process with cost-plus transparency. Our team creates custom renderings, obtains permits, and implements changes efficiently. This approach ensures budget control while maintaining design flexibility throughout construction phases.
Dock Installation
Custom dock systems engineered for Muskoka's water conditions. We specialize in difficult access installations using company-owned barges. Services include permit acquisition, structural engineering, and integration with boathouse and cottage projects.
People
Randy Wicks
Founder
With 25+ years in Muskoka construction, Randy established Wicks Construction and maintains strong local industry relationships. His strategic approach ensures successful project execution in challenging environments.
Andy Hare
Project Superintendent
Overseeing new construction projects, Andy coordinates trades and ensures adherence to specifications. His attention to detail maintains quality standards across all cottage and boathouse developments.
Monica Golsteyn
Co-Owner
Gold Seal-certified project manager with 10+ years at PCL Construction. She manages municipal approvals, cost control, and client communication, bringing commercial expertise to residential projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in Muskoka region projects including Gravenhurst, Bala, and surrounding lake communities with specialized water-access capabilities.
Are you Tarion-certified?
Yes, we're Tarion Approved Builders with mandatory warranty coverage for all residential construction projects in Ontario.
How do you handle remote projects?
Our executive management system provides weekly progress reports, photo updates, and real-time communication for out-of-area clients.
Can you manage difficult terrain?
We have company-owned barges and equipment specifically designed for Muskoka's challenging shoreline and steep terrain conditions.
What construction phases do you handle?
We offer full-service solutions from initial design and permits through final construction and post-completion support.
Do you work with local trades?
Yes, we maintain a network of skilled local tradespeople with proven track records in Muskoka's unique construction environment.
