# Commercial Drywall Contractor Toronto | Toronto Drywall Pro > Tenant fit-outs, multi-unit, and large-scale commercial drywall installation in Toronto. WSIB-compliant. After-hours scheduling available. URL: https://torontodrywallpro.ca/commercial-drywall/ ![Commercial Drywall in Toronto, ON - Type X Fire-Rated Walls, Tenant Fit-Outs & Steel Stud Framing](/images/misc/type-x-fire-rated-demising-wall-installation-betwe.webp) GTA Drywall Specialists # Commercial Drywall in Toronto, ON - Type X Fire-Rated Walls, Tenant Fit-Outs & Steel Stud Framing Toronto Drywall Pro [/ →](/) provides commercial drywall installation for office fit-outs, retail conversions, medical suites, multi-residential buildings, and industrial interiors across the GTA. We work directly with general contractors and property managers, supplying crews that build to IBC and OBC specifications - including Type X fire-rated demising walls, ULC-listed assemblies, and Level 4 finish standards required for commercial paint applications and wall coverings. Commercial work runs on tighter schedules and stricter inspection requirements than residential. Our crews are WSIB-compliant, hold the certifications needed for site access on commercial projects, and are structured to run multi-floor scopes without subcontracting any phase. We coordinate directly with the GC's schedule for boarding, taping, and finishing inspections, maintain a clean and contained site throughout, and deliver inspection-ready drywall that passes Ontario Building Code review without callbacks. Call 647-933-7780 [tel:+16479337780 →](tel:+16479337780) Get Your Free Estimate [/contact/ →](/contact/) Licensed & bonded · WSIB compliant · Same-week scheduling Get FREE Estimates Same-day response · No obligation 22+ Years in Business 2,000+ Projects Completed 4.9 ★★★★★ (127 Reviews) $2M Liability Insurance Common Problems ## Why Toronto Homeowners Call Us for Commercial Commercial drywall scopes fail inspections or fall behind schedule when key details are skipped early. These are the issues that stop Toronto fit-outs in their tracks. 01 ### WSIB and insurance documentation required before site access Every commercial job site in Toronto requires WSIB clearance and proof of $2M general liability before a crew sets foot on-site. Contractors who aren't set up for it can't start. 02 ### Evening and weekend scheduling for occupied buildings Tenant fit-outs and common-area upgrades often can't interrupt business hours. Crews that won't work outside regular hours push the project out by weeks. 03 ### Type X demising walls that fail inspection Commercial demising walls between suites require specific fire-rated assemblies. An incorrect installation fails the permit inspection and delays the tenant's move-in. 04 ### Multi-floor projects with tightly controlled access and timing Large-scale commercial builds require elevator booking, coordinated material staging, and parallel work across floors. Crews that don't plan around building logistics create delays for every other trade. ## Commercial Drywall for Property Managers, Developers, and GCs in Toronto Commercial drywall in Toronto involves specialized considerations including fire ratings under Ontario Building Code Part 9, acoustic separation between suites, and coordination with mechanical and electrical rough-in. Unlike residential applications, commercial projects require WSIB clearance certificates, $2M general liability documentation, project-specific safety plans, and tight coordination with the general contractor on inspection windows and trade sequencing. For occupied buildings we run evening and weekend crews to keep tenant operations going. Our project managers handle elevator booking, dust containment, water shut-off windows, and noise restrictions per building rules. References available from past tenant fit-outs across the Financial District, Liberty Village, King West, North York, and Vaughan Metropolitan Centre. ## Commercial Industries and Spaces We Serve in Toronto Different commercial property types require different drywall solutions. Our crew brings vertical-specific experience across the GTA’s most active commercial sectors. ### Office Buildings and Corporate Headquarters Toronto office build-outs and tenant improvements are our highest-volume commercial work. We deliver Type X fire-rated demising walls between suites, Level 4 paint-ready finish for executive spaces, and acoustic separation where private offices border meeting rooms. Most office work happens in occupied buildings, which means after-hours and weekend scheduling, strict dust containment, and coordinated elevator access. Active corridors include the Financial District (King and Bay), Liberty Village, North York Centre, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, and the Highway 7 tech corridor through Markham. ### Retail Spaces and Storefronts Retail drywall in Toronto needs to balance fast-paced fit-out timelines with durability under high foot traffic. We handle storefront partitions, demising walls between adjacent units, drop-ceiling assemblies, and fixture-ready wall surfaces. Common retail corridors include Yorkville, King Street West, Queen Street West, Sherway Gardens, Yorkdale, Square One, and Vaughan Mills. Tenant build-out timelines are typically aggressive (4 to 6 weeks from permit to handover), and our single-crew workflow keeps every phase running on schedule without trade handoffs. ### Multi-Unit Residential and Condo Developments Multi-unit residential drywall has its own demands. Party wall demising assemblies between every unit are mandatory Type X fire-rated installations under Ontario Building Code, typically with an acoustic upgrade (Resilient Channel RC-1, mineral wool insulation, or QuietRock layered assemblies). Corridor walls, mechanical-room separations, and basement-stair walls all carry specific code-required ratings. We coordinate volume drywall installation with framers, electricians, and plumbers on a unit-by-unit basis for purpose-built rental and condo developers. ### Industrial and Warehouse Facilities Industrial drywall installation across the Mississauga Airport corridor, Brampton industrial parks, and Vaughan Highway 400 employment lands focuses on durable, fire-rated assemblies for office portions of warehouse and manufacturing facilities. Type X drywall at office-to-warehouse transitions, moisture-resistant Green Board at washroom and break-room walls, and impact-resistant panels in high-traffic areas are standard specs. We also handle drywall around mechanical equipment with appropriate firestop work at duct penetrations. ### Medical, Dental, and Healthcare Offices Healthcare drywall demands hygienic surfaces, minimal-seam installations for cleanability, and code-compliant assemblies around X-ray and procedure rooms (lead-lined drywall where applicable). Medical and dental office build-outs across North York, Mississauga, Markham, and Richmond Hill make up a steady portion of our commercial work. We coordinate with medical equipment installers on rough-in dimensions and finish wall surfaces to accept the cleaning protocols typical in healthcare settings. ## What Sets Commercial Drywall Apart From Residential **Demising walls.** Every commercial suite needs a Type X fire-rated demising wall separating it from the neighboring suite. This is non-negotiable and inspection-checked. We install single-layer and multi-layer assemblies as the building requires. **Acoustic separation.** Sound transmission between commercial suites matters for tenant satisfaction. Many of our demising walls are also acoustic-rated assemblies using Resilient Channel, decoupled framing, or sound-attenuation batts depending on the spec. **Mechanical coordination.** Commercial drywall happens after structural and mechanical rough-in is complete, but before final flooring and millwork. We coordinate with the GC on sequence, drywall around the duct chases and electrical panels, and finish around inspection windows. **Inspection documentation.** Every fire-rated assembly gets documented for the building official, including assembly references, screw spacing, and firestop work at penetrations. **After-hours work.** For occupied buildings, the building rules usually require drywall installation outside normal business hours. We routinely run evening and weekend crews to keep tenant operations going during a fit-out. ![Type X fire rated demising wall installed between commercial suites in downtown Toronto building with proper firestop work](/images/misc/type-x-fire-rated-demising-wall-installation-betwe.webp) ## What We Bring to Every Commercial Project - **WSIB clearance certificate** on request, available within 24 hours of project award - **$2M general liability** insurance with certificate of insurance available for property managers and GCs - **Site-specific safety plan** if required by the building owner or general contractor - **PM coordination** with building management on access, dust containment, noise windows, and elevator booking - **Crew sized to schedule**, typically 2 to 8 workers depending on project size and floor count - **Inspection documentation** for every fire-rated assembly, including firestop work at penetrations ## Where We Work Across the Greater Toronto Area [/service-areas/ →](/service-areas/) for commercial scope. High-volume areas include downtown Toronto [/service-areas/toronto/ →](/service-areas/toronto/) Financial District and Liberty Village, Mississauga [/service-areas/mississauga/ →](/service-areas/mississauga/) Square One area, Vaughan [/service-areas/vaughan/ →](/service-areas/vaughan/) Metropolitan Centre, and Markham [/service-areas/markham/ →](/service-areas/markham/) Highway 7 tech corridor. ## What Is Commercial Drywall? Commercial drywall refers to the steel-stud framing and gypsum board assemblies used in offices, retail fit-outs, warehouses, schools, and multi-unit residential construction. It differs from residential drywall in scope, material specification, and code requirements: commercial projects typically require 5/8-inch Type X fire-rated panels, specific fire-rated assembly ULC listings, and Level 4 finish as a minimum. ASTM C840 governs installation standards, and Ontario Building Code Part 3 applies to most commercial occupancies. Commercial drywall crews must work within general contractor schedules, coordinate multiple inspections, and document fire-rated assemblies for the building official. ### What Does Commercial Drywall Include? - 20 or 25-gauge light-gauge steel stud framing per engineering specifications - 5/8-inch Type X fire-rated gypsum panels on all required fire separations - ULC-listed fire-rated assembly construction with full documentation package - Level 4 finish as standard (Level 5 available for feature walls and high-spec offices) - Coordination with general contractor on inspection scheduling and trade sequencing - Acoustic assemblies for demising walls and private offices where specified ### How Much Does Commercial Drywall Cost in Toronto? Commercial drywall in Toronto typically runs $4 to $8 per square foot for standard office and retail fit-outs, depending on ceiling height, fire-rating requirements, and finish level. Large open-plan builds on the lower end; high-spec private office builds with acoustic demising walls on the higher end. Multi-unit residential drywall runs $3.50 to $6.00 per square foot. Free on-site estimate and line-item quote for all commercial scope. ### Who Needs Commercial Drywall Installation? Commercial tenants fitting out a new lease space before opening. Property managers overseeing a multi-suite renovation in an office or retail building. General contractors who need a qualified drywall sub for a commercial scope with Type X assemblies, steel stud framing, and Level 4 finish. Healthcare, hospitality, or institutional clients with OBC compliance requirements. Our Process ## How We Deliver Commercial Drywall Each step has a single owner: our in-house crew. No handoffs, no finger-pointing. 01 ### Site Walk-Through and Project Scope We review drawings, walk the space with the GC or property manager, confirm building rules (elevator access, after-hours windows, dust containment), and quote line-item from the takeoff. 02 ### Framing and Panel Selection Steel-stud framing where required, Type X fire-rated panels at demising walls, moisture-resistant Green Board at washrooms, and acoustic assemblies (SONOpan, QuietRock, Resilient Channel) where the spec calls for STC ratings. 03 ### Panel Hanging, Taping, and Finishing Single-crew workflow from panel hanging through Level 4 paint-ready finish. Dustless HEPA sanding so occupied floors stay clean. Three-coat taping and mudding with all-purpose and topping compounds. 04 ### Inspection Documentation and Handover Firestop documentation at all penetrations, assembly references for the building inspector, deficiency walk-through with the GC or PM, and paint-ready handover on the schedule we committed to. Real Work ## Commercial Drywall: Recent GTA Projects A look at projects we've recently completed across the Greater Toronto Area. ![Commercial Drywall project example 1](/images/features/tenant-fit-out-drywall-work-in-progress-at-financi.webp) Recent Project ![Commercial Drywall project example 2](/images/features/type-x-demising-wall-between-commercial-suites-at-.webp) ![Commercial Drywall project example 3](/images/features/multi-floor-commercial-drywall-install-at-vaughan-.webp) ![Commercial Drywall project example 4](/images/features/finished-level-4-commercial-drywall-suite-ready-fo.webp) Why Choose Us ## Why GTA Homeowners Pick Toronto Drywall Pro Two decades of GTA drywall work answering one homeowner question: what makes a drywall job actually last? Here's what we've built around. ### Single-Crew Workflow Framing, hanging, taping, sanding, and finishing all run by our in-house crew. No subcontractor handoffs, no finger-pointing. ### Dustless HEPA Process 99.97% airborne particle capture during sanding and popcorn-ceiling removal. You can stay in the home while we work. ### Level 4 & Level 5 Finishing Standard Level 4 paint-ready, or full Level 5 skim coat for raked-light walls and gloss-paint accent applications. ### Licensed, Bonded, $2M Insured Fully WSIB-compliant with $2M general liability. Certificates of insurance available on request for condo boards and PMs. ### Ontario Code Specialists Type X fire-rated assemblies, basement-stair separations, and party walls installed to Ontario Building Code spec. ### Transparent Pricing Free on-site estimate with line-item pricing. No surprise charges. We tell you up front when a patch is enough and when it isn't. Real Results ## What Clients Say About Our Commercial Drywall 4.9 based on 127+ reviews “The popcorn ceiling removal was unbelievable. They told us their dustless process was the real deal and they weren't kidding - we lived in the house through the whole job and not a speck of plaster on the floor. Smooth ceiling, paint-ready, done in two days.” Sarah Miller Etobicoke - dustless popcorn ceiling removal “Burst pipe behind the kitchen wall on a Saturday. They came out Monday morning, documented everything for our insurance, removed the wet panels, and had it back to paint-ready by Friday. Honestly the easiest part of the whole insurance claim.” James Davidson Oakville - water damage ceiling and wall repair “We had three contractors quote our basement. Toronto Drywall Pro was the only one who showed up with a tape measure, walked the whole space, and explained the difference between Green Board and Purple Board. Final job came in exactly at quote.” Priya Sharma Mississauga - full basement drywall finishing FAQ ## Questions About Commercial Drywall ### Can you work after-hours for occupied commercial buildings? Yes. Evening and weekend scheduling is standard for tenant fit-outs in occupied buildings, especially in downtown Toronto. We coordinate with building management on access, dust containment, and noise-window rules. ### Do you have WSIB and liability insurance for commercial sites? Yes. Toronto Drywall Pro is fully WSIB-compliant with $2M general liability insurance. We provide certificates of insurance and project-specific safety plans on request, which most commercial property managers and general contractors require before mobilization. ### Can you handle multi-floor commercial drywall build-outs? Yes. We have completed multi-floor commercial fit-outs across downtown Toronto, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, and Mississauga Square One. We bring sufficient crew and equipment for parallel work on multiple floors when the project schedule requires it. ### Do you handle multi-unit residential drywall for condo and rental developers? Yes. Purpose-built multi-unit residential drywall is in scope. Demising walls between units must be Type X fire-rated assemblies. Acoustic separation matters for tenant satisfaction. We have completed multi-unit work for both purpose-built rental and condo developers across the GTA. ### What is a Type X demising wall and why does Toronto code require it? A Type X demising wall is a fire-rated assembly separating commercial suites, multi-unit residences, or any spaces that need to contain fire spread for a code-required period. Ontario Building Code requires 5/8-inch Type X drywall in specific configurations between commercial suites and between residential units. We install single-layer and multi-layer assemblies depending on the rating spec, and we document every assembly for the building inspector. ### Do you handle commercial drywall for restaurant and retail fit-outs? Yes. Restaurant and retail fit-outs often involve a combination of standard partitions, Type X fire-rated assemblies around kitchen areas, and specialty finishes on feature walls. We work with the general contractor or directly with the tenant, handle after-hours scheduling for occupied plazas, and coordinate rough-in timing with mechanical and electrical trades. ### What fire code requirements apply to commercial drywall in Toronto? Ontario Building Code Part 3 governs commercial occupancies. Tenant demising walls typically require a fire separation rated at 1 hour minimum, using ULC-listed assemblies with Type X drywall. Corridor walls, mechanical room enclosures, and stairwell walls have their own separation requirements. We build to the specified ULC assembly and provide documentation for the fire inspector. ### How do you manage dust containment on active commercial sites? We erect plastic sheeting barriers at the work zone perimeter, use HEPA air scrubbers during sanding phases, and schedule dusty operations during off-hours where required. For occupied buildings, we establish a clean egress route and coordinate with building management on elevator use and debris removal timing. ### Can you install acoustic assemblies for commercial office ceilings? Yes. Suspended acoustic ceiling grid and tile is a different trade, but we install the drywall components of acoustic ceiling systems: shaft-wall assemblies, soffits, and drywall bulkheads. For full acoustic ceiling work including grid and tile, we coordinate with your ceiling contractor. ### What is the lead time to start a commercial drywall project in Toronto? Small commercial fit-outs of one to three rooms can typically start within 1 to 2 weeks of a signed contract. Larger multi-floor projects with permit requirements have lead times driven by permit approval timelines, which can add 2 to 6 weeks. We confirm scheduling and phasing during the estimate. Related Services ## Other Drywall Services We Offer ![Drywall Partition Installation](/images/misc/drywall-partition-wall-being-installed-in-downtown.webp) ### Drywall Partition Installation Drywall partition contractor in Toronto. Steel-stud office partitions, Type X demising walls, classroom dividers, tenant improvement build-outs, after-hours scheduling for occupied buildings across Toronto, Mississauga, Vaughan, and the GTA. [Drywall Partition Installation →](/drywall-partition/) ![Fire-Resistant Drywall Installation](/images/misc/5-8-inch-type-x-fire-rated-drywall-panels-being-in.webp) ### Fire-Resistant Drywall Installation Type X fire-rated drywall contractor in Toronto. 5/8-inch Type X installation, 1-hour and 2-hour rated assemblies, garage-to-house walls, party walls, basement-stair separations across Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, and the GTA. Ontario Building Code compliant. [Fire-Resistant Drywall Installation →](/fire-resistant-drywall/) ![Metal Framing & Structural Support](/images/misc/steel-stud-framing-wall-assembly-in-bright-toronto.webp) ### Metal Framing & Structural Support Steel stud framing contractor in Toronto for custom homes, basements, condos, and commercial fit-outs. 20-gauge load-bearing and 25-gauge non-load-bearing steel framing, track and stud assemblies, headers, demising walls across Toronto and the GTA. Ontario Building Code compliant. [Metal Framing & Structural Support →](/metal-framing/) ![](/images/cta/smooth-finished-drywall-wall-in-bright-modern-toro.webp) ## Ready to Get Your Commercial Quote? Free on-site estimate across the GTA. Same-week scheduling for most projects. Get Your Free Estimate [/contact/ →](/contact/) Call 647-933-7780 [tel:+16479337780 →](tel:+16479337780)