# Major Homes Ltd. Full Site Content > Award winning custom home builder in Vancouver, backed by three generations of builders. More than 150 residences delivered across Greater Vancouver and BC since 2002. Recognized by Built Green Canada, the CHBA, and the Georgie Awards. --- ## About Major Homes Major Homes Ltd. was founded in 2002 by Major Garcha, a second generation builder who brought his father's building knowledge into the new firm. What began as a father and son operation has grown into a full service residential construction and development company, now run by the next generation. Three generations of builders stand behind the firm. More than 150 completed homes and 30+ years of working in Greater Vancouver have shaped the way we run projects, and the record has been recognized by third parties: Built Green Canada's Transformational Maverick Award, a CHBA National Awards finalist spot, and a Georgie Awards finalist spot for Custom Home Over $3M. ## Awards & Recognition - **Winner: Transformational Maverick Award**, Built Green Canada. For shifting from traditional construction to a sustained focus on sustainable, energy efficient building. - **Finalist: CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence**, Detached Custom Home category. - **Finalist: Georgie Awards** (Custom Home Over $3M), Canadian Home Builders' Association of BC. ### Team **Major Garcha, President & CEO** A second generation builder with more than 30 years of hands on residential construction experience across Greater Vancouver. Major founded Major Homes Ltd. in 2002 and focuses on hillside and complex sites. **Rick Garcha, COO & Realtor** A third generation builder, licensed Realtor, and BBA Financial Management graduate from BCIT. Rick runs day to day operations and personally advises clients on lot acquisition, market positioning, and resale strategy. ### Certifications - Greater Vancouver Home Builders Association (HAVAN) - Built Green Canada - Canadian Home Builders Association - HPO Certified - Pacific Home Warranty - BC Housing - EnerGuide --- ## Services ### 01. Custom Homes A residence designed around your life, your lot, and your priorities. Major Homes coordinates the architect, runs the permit process, manages every subtrade, and completes the interior finishing. Typical build runs 10 to 14 months from design finalization to move in day. ### 02. Single & Multi Family Single family homes, duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, laneway houses, and small multi family developments. Every unit built to current EnerGuide standards. ### 03. Development Land development from raw acquisition through to shovel ready, permit approved, fully entitled. Includes site feasibility analysis, permit management, zoning and code compliance, and value optimization. ### 04. Project Management Construction management for owners with their own architect. We deliver on time, on budget, and to spec. Full lifecycle oversight with budget transparency, subtrade coordination, and quality assurance. ### 05. Real Estate Services In house real estate expertise led by Rick Garcha. Licensed Realtor providing market analysis, strategic acquisition, and investment guidance. --- ## Service Areas ### West Vancouver Custom homes from hillside modern residences with ocean views to family homes in British Properties, Ambleside, Dundarave, Caulfeild, Eagle Harbour, and Sentinel Hill. Experience in geotechnical assessments, retaining wall engineering, view corridor preservation, and tree protection bylaws. ### North Vancouver Custom home building across the City and District of North Vancouver, including Edgemont Village, Deep Cove, Lower Lonsdale, Lynn Valley, and Upper Lonsdale. Experience with mountain view preservation, forest interface FireSmart construction, and environmental review requirements. ### White Rock Waterfront and luxury custom homes in White Rock and South Surrey, from oceanfront estates along Marine Drive to family homes. Experience in coastal setback rules, salt air resistant materials, high water table foundation engineering, and flood construction levels. ### Lower Mainland Serving the entire Greater Vancouver area including Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Langley, Surrey, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Maple Ridge, and Mission. Experience across all Lower Mainland municipal jurisdictions. --- ## Signature Projects ### Lynn Valley Modern A Georgie Awards finalist. Three storeys of wood and glass on a forested Lynn Valley hillside in North Vancouver, connected by an elevator and centred on a marble linear fireplace and chef's kitchen. EnerGuide 86 rating with a legal two bedroom suite. ### Central Lonsdale Residence A modern classical residence in Central Lonsdale, North Vancouver. Symmetrical white stucco facade with corniced banding and black sash windows, bookmatched marble floors, a curved oak staircase with wrought iron scrollwork, and a laneway house at the rear. ### Westlynn Modern Residence A 4,400 square foot family home in Westlynn, North Vancouver, with radiant heating, an elevator, four ensuite bedrooms, and a legal two bedroom basement suite. ### Langley Modern Estate A modern farmhouse estate in Langley. White board and batten gables with timber brackets, a double height great room with gallery landing, an oak and quartz kitchen, and a cedar lined covered patio. --- ## Blog Topics 1. How Much Does It Cost to Build a Custom Home in Vancouver in 2026? Custom home construction runs $350 to $600 per square foot. 2. The Complete Guide to Vancouver Building Permits for Custom Homes. Permit timelines, types, and how to avoid delays. 3. Modern vs. Contemporary Custom Homes. Architectural style differences for Vancouver homeowners. 4. Building on a Hillside in West Vancouver. Engineering challenges, costs, and approach. 5. 5 Things to Consider Before Building a Waterfront Home in White Rock. Flood levels, salt air materials, foundation engineering. --- ## Contact - Phone: (778) 200-7622 - Address: 4815 Eldorado Mews, Vancouver, BC V5R 0B2 - Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - Instagram: instagram.com/majorhomesltd - Facebook: facebook.com/MajorHomesLtd