About

Kingston renovations, built around how you live.

An owner-led renovation contractor working in Kingston, Napanee and Gananoque since the early 2010s.

Meet Matt

Owner, carpenter, and the person you call.

Matt Hawley, owner of M Hawley Contracting, standing outdoors in autumn

Born and raised in South Eastern Ontario, I have always been drawn to working with my hands and figuring out how things work. My career began in welding after earning my diploma in welding and fabrication. From there, I gained experience in sales, property management, and eventually carpentry, with each role teaching me valuable lessons about people, problem solving, and craftsmanship.

What has remained constant throughout my career is a passion for building, fixing, and creating. I enjoy tackling challenges, finding practical solutions, and helping people bring their ideas to life. Whether it is a small repair or a major renovation, I approach every project with care, attention to detail, and a commitment to getting the job done right.

My diverse background has given me a unique perspective and a broad skill set that allows me to see projects from every angle. It has also earned me a reputation as someone people can call when they need a problem solved. I take pride in being resourceful, dependable, and approachable, and I genuinely enjoy helping homeowners improve the spaces that matter most to them.

For more than ten years, I carried the goal of owning my own business. After spending the last four years building my skills, serving clients, and completing projects on evenings and weekends, I knew it was time to take that next step. Starting this company is the realization of a long held dream and an opportunity to serve my community in the way I do best: through honest work, quality craftsmanship, and a dedication to helping people turn their vision into reality.

What we believe

Three things, non-negotiable.

Small team by design

We keep the company small on purpose. One project lead, one crew, one owner you can call. We turn down work we can't do properly.

On time and on the price we quoted

Our estimate is the price you pay, barring scope changes you ask for. The schedule we give you on day one is the one we work to.

Respect for the rest of your home

Floor-to-ceiling dust barriers around the work zone, floor protection on every path, HEPA-filtered air scrubbers when sanding or cutting, daily cleanup before we leave.

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