Permit-smart from day one
The Town of Mattawa explains when permits are required and provides forms (e.g., Application for a Permit to Construct or Demolish). We’ll help confirm what your scope needs and line up inspections early.
Handyman & Carpentry Services for Mattawa, ON
Repairs, upgrades, and custom woodwork—planned for confluence weather
and downtown rhythms—by an Indigenous-owned local shop.
and downtown rhythms—by an Indigenous-owned local shop.
Author: Darryl Lyall
Built for life at the "meeting of the waters"
Mattawa sits where the Mattawa River meets the Ottawa River, with views and weather that change fast at the point. Exterior timelines and finish systems are set so coatings cure properly despite breeze off the water. Two anchors we often schedule around:
Explorer's Point Park — grassy point right at the confluence; picnic area and river views.
Mattawa Museum & Big Joe Mufferaw statue — the museum sits at Explorer's Point, and the larger-than-life lumberjack is a favourite photo stop.
Services in Mattawa
Precision interior carpentry
Scribed trim/casing for older walls, door rehangs & new jambs, built-ins, mantels, closet systems, mudroom cubbies.
Kitchen & bath refresh
Cabinet installs/realignments, fillers/crown/toe-kicks, backsplash installs, ventilation upgrades.
Flooring & stairs
Hardwood/laminate installs, squeak cures, tread and handrail safety upgrades.
Exterior woodwork
Porch and stair rebuilds, deck repairs, privacy screens, fascia/soffit spot fixes—planned for river breeze, UV, and freeze/thaw.
Handyman punch lists
Rot fixes, drywall patches, weather-strip & thresholds, sticky windows/doors, minor fixture swaps (non-permit).
"Darryl's workmanship is exemplary… fair and thorough. I would recommend Darryl for your project(s)."
— Bill Steer, General Manager/Head Master – Founder, The Canadian Ecology Centre
Why Mattawa homeowners choose Woodcliffe
Neighbourhoods & Nearby Areas We Serve
- Main Street/downtown corridor
- Hwy 17 / Hwy 533 junction northbound
- The confluence around Explorer's Point
- Papineau-Cameron shoreline pockets
- Plus Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park area for cottage work.
Permits: What Typically Needs One Here
Not every task needs a permit, but structural work, additions, new decks/porches, and many plumbing/mechanical changes usually do. Mattawa's Building FAQs outline typical triggers, while the Forms & Applications page hosts the permit package. Near rivers/shorelines, confirm NBMCA permissions before starting site work. We coordinate paperwork and drawings so inspections don't slow your build.
FAQs (Mattawa edition)
Can you schedule around museum/park events?
Yes—exterior/noisy work is timed to avoid peak activity at Explorer's Point and the Museum grounds.
Will you help with permits?
We flag triggers and assist with Town of Mattawa applications and, if near water, NBMCA permissions.
Do you provide written quotes and timelines?
Yes—written scope, price, schedule, and change-order steps per Ontario consumer rules.
Do you service cottages as well as in-town homes?
Yes—downtown homes and cottages along the Ottawa/Mattawa rivers and toward Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park.
Are you insured?
Yes—proof available on request.
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Business Information
Woodcliffe Woodworks • Indigenous-owned
About Darryl Lyall
Darryl is the proud owner and operator of Woodcliffe Woodworks, an Indigenous-owned business based in Corbeil, Ontario. With years of hands-on experience in handyman services and custom woodworking, Darryl brings a wealth of knowledge, skill, and reliability to every project he undertakes.
WSIB registered and insured, Darryl is known for his no-nonsense work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to quality workmanship. Whether it's emergency repairs or custom home builds, Darryl leads with honesty and professionalism—earning the trust of homeowners and businesses across North Bay, Corbeil, and surrounding communities.
Learn more about Darryl at Woodcliffe Woodworks →