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Backyard Skating Rinks for Toronto & the Greater Toronto Area
A backyard rink holds over 1,000 gallons of water. Get the grading, or materials wrong, and you’re left with a cracked liner, uneven ice, or a rink that never freezes properly. For over 10 years, RinkBuild has installed more than 1,000 backyard rinks across the GTA, backed by our 100% Ice In Your Backyard Guarantee. Below, you’ll find every service we offer, how we approach each build, and what to know before starting your own project.
Can You Build a Rink in Your Yard?
We can't safely build on a yard with more than a 24-inch total slope across the rink footprint, since a steep grade creates a fall-off hazard at the ice edge
We don't build on patios, porches, or apartment building patios of any kind, since we can't verify the weight-bearing capacity of these platforms and won't risk a structural failure
Not sure if your yard qualifies? Every project starts with a free, in-person consultation using laser-level grading to confirm your yard's suitability before we quote anything.
New Custom Skating Rink
Full backyard ice rink installation for Toronto & GTA homeowners, including a custom braced frame intended for reuse and 1 premium white 12mil rink liner.
Rink Rebuild
Rebuild the same rink from last year, or make modifications to the existing design. All materials are thoroughly inspected and materials replaced, if need be at cost. Always includes the installation of a brand new premium white 12 mil liner
Rink Lighting
We offer various types of rink light to make night skates safe and beautiful.
Rink Netting
Our affordable puck protection can be placed anywhere along the rinks perimeter to protect your property, neighbours and keep pucks on the ice.
Dog Protection ( new)
To prevent dogs and other animals from affecting the ice we build a temporary fenced permimiter around the rink with a gate. This can double as a railing for new skaters.
Water Truck Service
Want the rink filled fast? We have our own water truck and water truck partners to fill rinks properly to catch the next cold snap.
Rink Maintenance
Keep your ice in perfect condition all winter long with weekly maintenance. Dont have water on site? No problem, we invented a way to maintain ice without the use of external water souces.
Rink Doctor
Bowing or leaking? Our Rink Doctor service diagnoses and fixes common backyard ice problems fast, Free For All Current RinkBuild Clients.
Built a rink your self or ghosted by your rink builder?
We are here to help everyone skate this winter, contact the Rink Doctor for a quote to fix or replace your rink.
How We Work
Every install is backed by our 100% Ice In Your Backyard Guarantee, we are also fully insured and WSIB compliant.
Quoting
Every project starts with a free, in-person walk-through and laser-level grading of your yard, followed by a custom blueprint and a video briefing for your install crew, so what gets built matches exactly what we assessed.
Pricing
Once we’ve scoped your yard, we input the measurement data into our Rinkulator and send a formal quote by email outlining the full scope of work — no eyeballed estimates, just fair pricing.
The Build
You’ll get scheduling and updates by email throughout. Installs run with 2-person crews, with the build taking 4–8 hours plus an additional 1–2 hours for the liner. Your yard is laser-leveled twice more during the build to confirm accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What surfaces can a rink be built on?
A: Grass, pavers, and concrete.
Q: Does the rink damage the surface — grass or concrete?
A: No. Our braced frame distributes weight evenly across the surface, so we’ve never had a case of damage. Grass often looks healthier in spring than the rest of the yard, thanks to the insulation the rink liner provides over winter.
Q: What is the 100% Ice In Your Backyard Guarantee?
A: Our commitment to every client: if there’s a build deficiency or manufacturing issue with your liner or frame, we’ll remedy it promptly at no added cost. You’re covered on quality, so you can focus on skating.
Q: How much does a new rink cost?
A: A Medium–Large rink typically ranges from $1,800–$2,800+HST, depending on size and site conditions.
Our Rink Building Service Areas
RinkBuild installs and maintains backyard ice rinks throughout the City of Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. No matter which neighbourhood or municipality you’re in, every project starts with the same free, in-person laser-level consultation and a custom quote built through our Rinkulator, so you get the same quality and pricing accuracy whether you’re in North York or Milton.
City Of Toronto
- North York
- Scarborough
- Etobicoke
- East York
Greater Toronto Area
- Markham
- Vaughan
- Mississauga
- Oakville
- King City
- Bolton
- Aurora
- Halton Hills
- Gromley
- Milton