Create More Space Without Leaving the Home You Love
If your family has outgrown your home but you still love the property and neighbourhood, a thoughtfully planned addition can provide the space you need without requiring a move.
Maloff Contracting builds home additions throughout Kelowna and the surrounding Okanagan. We coordinate the planning and construction required to expand your home while creating a natural connection between the existing structure and the new space.
From feasibility and permits to foundations, framing and final finishing, we manage the project from beginning to end.
Start With Feasibility
Before drawing plans, it is important to determine what can realistically be built on the property.
A preliminary addition review may consider:
- Property zoning and permitted uses
- Setbacks and lot coverage
- Existing building location
- Available yard space
- Easements and rights-of-way
- Site access and excavation requirements
- Existing foundation and framing
- Rooflines and exterior elevations
- Electrical, plumbing and HVAC capacity
- Preliminary construction budget
Reviewing these factors early helps establish whether the addition is practical and which design direction makes the most sense.
Types of Home Additions We Build
Every property is different, but common home-addition projects include:
- Rear and side additions
- Second-storey additions
- Primary bedroom and ensuite additions
- Family rooms and expanded living spaces
- Additional bedrooms and bathrooms
- Home offices
- Mudrooms and expanded entrances
- Garage additions
- Living space built above an attached garage
- Additions designed to accommodate extended family
If the new space will contain a secondary rental unit, we can also review the requirements for a legal suite.
Making the Addition Feel Like Part of the Original Home
A successful addition should not feel like an afterthought.
We pay close attention to how the new structure connects to the existing home. Floor elevations, rooflines, window placement, exterior materials and interior transitions all influence whether the finished addition feels cohesive.
The same attention is given to the systems behind the walls. Heating and cooling, plumbing, electrical capacity, drainage, insulation and structural loads need to work together across both the old and new portions of the home.
Our goal is to create additional space that looks intentional and functions naturally.
Complete Addition Construction
Depending on the project, our scope can include:
- Existing-home and site review
- Design and engineering coordination
- Survey and consultant coordination
- Building-permit coordination
- Excavation and site preparation
- Foundation construction
- Framing and structural connections
- Roofing and building-envelope work
- Windows, doors and exterior finishes
- Plumbing, electrical and HVAC work
- Insulation and drywall
- Cabinetry and interior finishes
- Inspections and final completion
Because an addition affects an existing building, careful sequencing and temporary weather protection are especially important during construction.
Is an Addition the Right Investment?
An addition may make sense when the existing location, lot and overall home already suit your needs but the available living space does not.
Compared with moving, an addition may allow you to:
- Remain in a neighbourhood you already enjoy
- Avoid the costs and disruption of selling and buying
- Create space tailored to your family
- Improve the layout of the existing home
- Add useful square footage and long-term property value
The right answer depends on the property, proposed design and construction budget. We provide practical feedback so you can make an informed decision before committing to a complete set of plans.
Our Home Addition Process
1. Initial Consultation
We discuss why you need more space, what you would like to add, your approximate budget and your ideal timeline.
2. Property and Feasibility Review
We review the existing home and site to identify planning, zoning, structural and servicing considerations.
3. Design, Engineering and Budgeting
We help coordinate the required plans and consultants while refining the project scope, preliminary budget and schedule.
4. Permits and Construction
Once approvals are in place, we coordinate site preparation, structure, building envelope, trades, inspections and finishing.
5. Completion
We complete the final details, review the work with you and ensure the new space is ready to use.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know whether my property can accommodate an addition?
Zoning, setbacks, lot coverage, easements, site conditions and the location of the existing home all need to be reviewed. A preliminary property assessment is the best place to begin.
Is it better to build outward or add a second storey?
Building outward is often less disruptive structurally, but it requires sufficient lot area. A second-storey addition preserves yard space but can require significant structural work. The right option depends on your property and goals.
Can we remain in the home during construction?
Sometimes. The answer depends on how the addition connects to the house and whether essential areas or services will be affected. We discuss occupancy and temporary protection during planning.
How much does a home addition cost?
Cost is influenced by size, foundation requirements, structural complexity, site access, mechanical upgrades and finishes. A small addition can still have significant fixed costs, so pricing should be based on the complete project rather than square footage alone.
Do we need finished architectural drawings before contacting you?
No. Early builder involvement can help determine whether the initial concept is practical before you invest in complete construction drawings.
Find Out What Is Possible on Your Property
Tell us where you need more space and what you want the addition to accomplish. We can help you determine whether the project is feasible and what planning should happen next.