Clear pricing Firm timelines Built to code Made to last

MJD Contracting

Construction renovation & restoration across the Greater Toronto Area

Home projects should feel steady and predictable. You get a written estimate, clear updates, and work that passes inspection and holds up over time.

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Hours

Monday
8am to 5pm
Tuesday
8am to 5pm
Wednesday
8am to 5pm
Thursday
8am to 5pm
Friday
8am to 5pm
Saturday
8am to 5pm
Sunday
Closed

Meet Mark

The calm hand on a chaotic day

Renovation and restoration should feel simple. Clean scope. Clear updates. Tight finish.

Owner and operator

Mark Dorrell

Mississauga. Greater Toronto Area. Built to code. Built to last.

35 plus years hands on 25 years in business Restoration ready
Mark Dorrell, owner of MJD Contracting

Do the work properly. Communicate clearly. Leave spaces stronger, safer, better.

Clear updates Tight finish Inspection ready

The feeling

Steady and predictable

  • Written scope and estimate
  • Clear updates as work progresses
  • Clean handoff and tidy finish

The guardrails

No surprises

  • Permits and code minded work
  • Schedule clarity and next steps
  • Materials that hold up

Experience

Decades in the trades

Hands on
35 years
In business
25 years

Perspective

Worked abroad

Four years in Turks and Caicos. Same standards. Different heat.

The work still has to feel calm when you live in it.

Summary

Work that feels steady from day one

You get a written scope, clear timing, and clean workmanship. The job runs calm, even when the situation is not.

Clear scope Clean finish No surprises

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Our Services

Good work has a feel. Straight lines calm the eye. Quiet systems calm the mind. This is a practical field guide that helps you spot care, spot shortcuts, and hire with confidence.

High quality signs Poor workmanship signs Where it is used

Drywall and laser straight finishing

The wall is a surface, but it is also a signal. When it is true, the room feels quiet.

Interiors
Where it is used
Walls, ceilings, bulkheads, transitions, architectural details.
What quality looks like
Corners read straight, seams vanish, and light glides without ripples.

High quality signs

  • Flat planes under strong side lighting
  • Seams disappear from every angle
  • Ceiling lines stay steady across the room
  • Corners feel crisp without heavy buildup

Poor workmanship signs

  • Waves and ridges revealed by sunlight
  • Visible tape lines after painting
  • Cracks at corners and near door frames
  • Ceilings that drift instead of running true
Quick homeowner check Angle plus light

Stand near a window and look along the wall. Good drywall feels calm. Poor drywall ripples and pulls attention.

Specialty painting

Paint is protection and mood. The real magic is the prep you never notice.

Finish work
Where it is used
Walls, ceilings, trim, doors, cabinetry, feature surfaces.
What quality looks like
Even color, consistent sheen, clean edges, and a finish that looks effortless.

High quality signs

  • Consistent sheen with no flashing
  • Crisp cut lines at trim and corners
  • No drips, grit, or roller hot spots
  • Doors and trim feel smooth to the hand

Poor workmanship signs

  • Patchy coverage and uneven reflection
  • Bleeding edges and fuzzy lines
  • Peeling caused by weak surface prep
  • Visible brush marks on doors and trim
Quick homeowner check Lamp test

Shine a lamp across the surface. If you see bumps and streaks, you are seeing rushed prep in high definition.

Carpentry

Woodwork should feel inevitable. Lines meet. Gaps vanish. Doors move like they belong there.

Interior and structural
Where it is used
Framing, trim, doors, built ins, structural supports.
What quality looks like
Tight reveals, square corners, clean fits, and smooth operation without force.

High quality signs

  • Joints read tight and consistent
  • Trim lines stay straight over distance
  • Doors swing smooth and latch clean
  • No rattles and no flex under touch

Poor workmanship signs

  • Gaps that widen at corners
  • Uneven reveals around doors
  • Warped pieces forced into place
  • Creaks and shifting that grow over time
Quick homeowner check Close the door

A well hung door closes with a gentle click. If it needs a shoulder, something is fighting alignment.

Flooring

A floor carries your life. Good installation feels silent and steady underfoot.

Daily wear surfaces
Where it is used
Living spaces, kitchens, basements, bedrooms, commercial areas.
What quality looks like
Clean alignment, smooth transitions, and a surface that does not squeak or shift.

High quality signs

  • Consistent spacing and alignment
  • Transitions sit flush and clean
  • No squeaks and no bounce
  • Expansion allowance stays hidden

Poor workmanship signs

  • Gaps that open over weeks
  • Buckling or crowning
  • Loose tiles or hollow sounds
  • Transitions that catch your foot
Quick homeowner check Walk the line

Walk slowly across the room. Listen. A good floor is quiet confidence. A bad floor narrates every step.

Electrical

Electricity is invisible until it is not. Good work feels stable, labeled, and safe to live with.

Safety critical
Where it is used
Panels, lighting, outlets, switches, appliances, dedicated circuits.
What quality looks like
Clean routing, clear labeling, steady lights, and devices that never feel warm.

High quality signs

  • Panel is organized and labeled
  • Outlets sit straight and secure
  • Lights stay stable with no flicker
  • No buzzing and no heat at switches

Poor workmanship signs

  • Frequent breaker trips
  • Warm outlets or switches
  • Buzzing sounds from fixtures
  • Messy panel with missing labels
Quick homeowner check Touch test

Outlets and switches should never feel warm. If they do, treat it as urgent.

Windows

A window is comfort, quiet, and protection. Good installation keeps the weather where it belongs.

Building envelope
Where it is used
Exterior walls, basements, additions, renovations.
What quality looks like
Smooth operation, tight seals, clean trim, and no staining or drafts.

High quality signs

  • No drafts near the frame
  • Seals look continuous and neat
  • Trim sits tight with clean lines
  • Opens and closes without rubbing

Poor workmanship signs

  • Condensation between panes
  • Water staining around the frame
  • Stiff operation and scraping
  • Visible gaps at the perimeter
Quick homeowner check Hand near the edge

On a windy day, move your hand around the frame. If you feel moving air, the seal is telling the truth.

Fencing

A fence should stand like a promise. Straight now, straight later, even after winter has its say.

Exterior
Where it is used
Yards, shared boundaries, commercial properties, privacy lines.
What quality looks like
Posts set deep, panels aligned, gates that swing and latch with ease.

High quality signs

  • Posts are plumb and consistent
  • Panel lines stay even end to end
  • Gate latches without lifting
  • Hardware feels solid under the hand

Poor workmanship signs

  • Leaning posts after the first season
  • Sagging panels and wavy lines
  • Gate drags and needs force
  • Fasteners back out over time
Quick homeowner check Sight the top rail

Step back and sight the top line. If it waves, the structure is already negotiating with gravity.

Landscaping

Water is patient. It finds the weak story. Good landscaping writes the ending you want.

Exterior
Where it is used
Yards, walkways, drainage areas, outdoor living spaces.
What quality looks like
Proper grading, clean transitions, stable surfaces, and water moving away from the home.

High quality signs

  • Water flows away from structures
  • Walk areas stay level and firm
  • Edges and transitions look intentional
  • Planting matches sun and water reality

Poor workmanship signs

  • Pooling water after rain
  • Soil erosion and settling
  • Uneven surfaces that shift
  • Plant failure from poor placement
Quick homeowner check First heavy rain

Watch where water goes. If it heads toward the foundation, the design is working against you.

Concrete work

Concrete remembers every shortcut. Done right, it feels calm for years.

Exterior and structural
Where it is used
Driveways, walkways, patios, slabs, steps, floors, pads.
What quality looks like
Clean edges, intentional joints, proper slope, and a cured surface that stays strong.

High quality signs

  • Uniform texture with clean finishing
  • Joint layout looks planned, not random
  • Slope carries water away from structures
  • No early cracking after curing

Poor workmanship signs

  • Pooling water after rain
  • Flaking, dusting, or surface chipping
  • Crooked edges and sloppy forms
  • Cracks appearing soon after curing
Quick homeowner check Rain tells the truth

After rain, water should move off the slab and away from the home. Standing water is a warning you can see.

Plumbing

Water should arrive steady and leave fast. When plumbing is right, the house breathes easier.

Mechanical
Where it is used
Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, laundry rooms, mechanical spaces.
What quality looks like
Stable pressure, clean routing, proper venting, and drains that clear without drama.

High quality signs

  • Drains clear quickly with no gurgle
  • Consistent pressure at fixtures
  • No odors from traps or vents
  • Clean access and tidy routing

Poor workmanship signs

  • Slow drains and frequent clogs
  • Gurgling and suction sounds
  • Leaks and staining that appear later
  • Odors that come and go
Quick homeowner check Listen to the drain

Run water and listen. Smooth flow is a good sign. Gurgling often points to venting issues.

Hire the contractor who explains the work

If you want work that feels solid, looks clean, and holds up when life hits it, book an estimate. You will get clear next steps and a straight answer.

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Results

Finish you can feel before you explain it

Straight lines. Calm surfaces. A room that stops asking for attention.

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Pace, order, clean handoff.

Residential finish

Quiet lines. Calm surfaces.

Community work

Skilled hands. Soft impact.

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Details that stay calm

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