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Boom truck cost guide for Muskoka

Typical price ranges to help you plan. Estimates only; they vary by job.

These are typical estimates, not quotes. Every job is different. The real price depends on the operator, the equipment needed, travel distance, access and how long the job takes. Always get a written quote from the operator before work starts.

Job typeTypical estimate
Typical boom truck job (overall)
Most single-visit residential and cottage lifts fall in this range.
$600 – $1,600
Hot tub lift and placement
Over-the-house lifts, long reaches and swim spas cost more.
$600 – $1,200
Trusses and building materials
Depends on number of picks and how long the crew needs the truck.
$600 – $1,400
Dock and boathouse materials
Long reaches down steep shorelines take a bigger truck.
$700 – $1,600
Steel beams and HVAC units
Heavier or higher lifts may need a larger crane.
$800 – $1,600+
Hourly rate (if billed hourly)
Most operators also have a minimum call-out, often a few hours.
Often about $150 – $250 / hr
Large mobile crane jobs
Quoted case by case.
Above $1,600

What changes the price

  • Reach and weight. The farther and heavier the lift, the bigger the truck needed.
  • Travel. Remote cottages and long drives add time.
  • Waiting time. If the crew or materials aren't ready, the clock usually keeps running.
  • Access. Steep, narrow or soft driveways may need a smaller truck and more picks.
  • Season. Spring road restrictions and busy dock season can affect timing.

How to get the most accurate price

Send photos of the setup area and landing spot, the weight and size of the heaviest item, and your preferred date.

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