Custom Home Builder in the Lower Mainland
Major Homes builds across the Greater Vancouver Lower Mainland: custom homes, multi family development, and construction project management.
Beyond our core markets in West Vancouver, North Vancouver, and White Rock, Major Homes builds custom homes and runs development projects across Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Langley, Surrey, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Maple Ridge, and Mission. Each municipality has its own zoning bylaws, permit process, and building rules. Thirty plus years of working across these jurisdictions means we know how to keep your project moving regardless of location.
Awards, reviews and warranty
- Transformational Maverick AwardBuilt Green Canada · Winner
- National Awards for Housing ExcellenceCHBA · Finalist, Detached Custom Home
- Georgie AwardsCHBA BC · Finalist, Custom Home Over $3M
- Best of Houzz ServiceHouzz · 2018, 2022 and 2024
- 5.0 from 20 reviewsHouzz
- 2-5-10 Home WarrantyPacific Home Warranty · Every home
Three ways to build in Lower Mainland
Custom home
A new house designed around your lot and how you live, usually with a legal suite. 10 to 14 months of construction after permits.
How a custom build runsLaneway or coach home
A detached home in the backyard while you keep living in the main house. Six questions and we check whether your lot can take one.
Check your lot for a laneway homeDuplex or multiplex
Two to six homes on one lot where the municipality allows it. Seven questions and we check your zoning.
See what your lot can holdNeighbourhoods We Build In
Vancouver
British Columbia's largest city, with diverse neighbourhoods from Kitsilano to Dunbar to Point Grey. Custom home opportunities include tear downs, heritage renovations, and laneway house additions.
Burnaby
A central municipality with strong transit access, diverse housing stock, and steady demand for custom homes in Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill, and Deer Lake.
Langley
A growing community offering larger lot sizes at more accessible price points. Ideal for spacious custom homes, acreage properties, and modern farmhouse builds.
Surrey
BC's second largest city, with rapid growth. Custom home opportunities span South Surrey's luxury neighbourhoods and emerging communities in Cloverdale and Fleetwood.
Tri-Cities
Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody offer mountain backed communities with strong amenities, growing transit, and family appeal.
Building Considerations
- +Municipal jurisdiction variations across the Lower Mainland
- +Different zoning and density allowances per municipality
- +Transit oriented development considerations
- +Agricultural Land Reserve restrictions in some areas
- +Varying soil conditions from delta to mountain environments
Frequently Asked Questions
Major Homes builds custom homes across the Greater Vancouver area, including West Vancouver, North Vancouver, White Rock, Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Langley, Surrey, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Maple Ridge, and Mission. Completed projects range from waterfront estates in White Rock to hillside modern homes in West Vancouver.
Yes. Construction costs are influenced by land values, permit fees, soil conditions, and local building rules. West Vancouver and Vancouver typically have higher construction costs because of site complexity and premium material expectations. Langley and Surrey offer more competitive building costs on larger, flatter lots.
Begin With a Consultation
A 60 to 90 minute consultation. We review your goals, the lot, and your budget range, and you leave with a written summary and the next steps.
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