Accounting for Trades & Home Services in Rural Canada

Electricians, plumbers, landscapers, painters, carpenters, HVAC technicians — you get the rural communities going. We’ll get your books, taxes, and cash flow going.

Why Trades & Service Businesses Choose Us

Running a rural trades or residential services business comes with some characteristic headaches: long commutes, slow winter work, juggling crews and sub-contractors, and GST/HST administration. We simplify the financials for you.

  • More money in your pocket. Savings we find that you missed.
  • Reducing stress with the CRA. We’ll perform the filing and follow-ups.
  • Year-round support. Get a clear picture prior to deadline arrival.

Whom We Serve

We serve rural trades and service providers in rural Canada, including:

  • Building trade careers: electricians, plumbers, HVAC, roofers, carp
  • Home services: cleaners, landscapers, painters, pest control, renovation
  • Independent contractors and subcontractors — individuals or under larger companies

If your truck is where you work and your equipment is your living, we are the accountants for you.

The Problems We Solve

Our services are designed around the real headaches that tradespeople face.

  • GST/HST done right — No more scrambling around each quarter.
  • Maximised vehicle & travel claims — Fuel, maintenance, mileage monitored correctly.
  • Payroll & subcontractors — Pay crews well and avoid penalties.
  • Tool & equipment write-offs — Deduct the equipment that keeps you rolling.
  • Year-round tax planning — Ahead, not behind.
  • Crisp advice on incorporations — When it makes sense, and when it doesn’t.

Services Created for Trades & Home Services

Start small or manage a growing team — choose the support that suits you.

Compliance:

  • Personal & Business Tax Filing
  • Corporate Tax (T2) & GST/HST
  • Payroll setup & filings
  • CRA.writeHeadlers management

Advisory:

  • Incorporation guidance
  • Year-round tax planning
  • Cash flow & seasonal planning
  • Expense policy & vehicle logs

Looking for a service? Try Tax Filing Packages and Bookkeeping Services.

It’s Easy to Get Started

  1. Book a call for free — Talk about your business and goals.
  2. Get a clear plan — we match you to just the right package.

Book your free consultation now — have peace of mind ahead of the next tax deadline.

Common Questions

Do you provide trade areas outside large cities?

Yes — we work with small-town and rural businesses throughout Canada (outside Quebec). Everything is done totally online.

GST/HST for contractors

Absolutely. We lease on a GST/HST and travel and use of vehicle are claimed.

Should I register my trade business?

It depends on income, risk, and plans for growth. We’ll examine your situation and give you definitive recommendations.

Do you employ subcontractors and labor crews?

Yes. We endorse payroll, subcontractor T4/T4A, and expense policies that align with field work.

Just Get Going?

Whether you are filing your first GST/HST return, hiring employees, or building your team, we have got you covered.

  • Serving rural communities across Canada (excluding Quebec)
  • Online meetings, email, and protected portal
  • Rapid response times from real accountants

Prefer the phone? Call +1 778–725-5779 or email info@yourmodernaccountant.ca