[ Discipline — Full Service General Contractor ]
Custom homes, additions & renovations, done right.
We specialize in residential and commercial projects — custom home builds, home additions, renovations, and large-scale developments — working closely with you through every phase, from first sketch to final walkthrough.
A great general contractor is part builder, part translator, part project leader — the single point of accountability that turns a drawing set and a dream into a finished space. That's the role Halpern & Co. plays on every residential and commercial build we lead.
We take on custom home builds, additions, full renovations, and large-scale developments across the GTA. On each, we provide expert guidance and exceptional craftsmanship through every phase of the project — coordinating design, trades, materials, schedule, and budget so you don't have to.
What sets us apart is range and continuity. Because we also self-perform shell work and offer cost-plus project management, we can carry a project from demolition to the last coat of paint without handing you off between disconnected companies.
[ 01 — What we deliver ]
A finished space, fully coordinated.
- →Custom home builds. Ground-up homes built to your design, site, and standard of finish.
- →Additions. Second storeys, rear and side additions that integrate seamlessly with the existing structure.
- →Renovations. Full-home and targeted renovations — kitchens, baths, basements, and whole-floor reworks.
- →Developments. Larger-scale residential and commercial developments managed end-to-end.
- →Trade coordination. Vetted trades and suppliers scheduled and managed under one accountable lead.
- →Budget & timeline. Clear budgeting and milestone scheduling, with proactive updates at every stage.
[ 02 — Method ]
Expert guidance through every phase.
Most clients don't build often — so part of our job is to make a complex process feel clear and manageable. From the first conversation, we help you understand the trade-offs between scope, budget, and timeline, and we flag the decisions that matter before they become expensive.
On site, exceptional craftsmanship is the standard, not the upsell. We work closely with your architect or designer (or bring in trusted partners if you need them), hold our trades to a high bar, and keep the lines of communication open so there are no surprises at hand-over.
Whether it's a custom home in Forest Hill, an addition in Leaside, or a commercial fit-out, the same principle holds: you get one team that owns the result and treats your project — and your budget — as if it were our own.
[ 03 — Process ]
Concept to completion.
Discover
We learn your goals, review drawings, and shape a realistic scope and budget.
Pre-Construction
Trade selection, detailed budgeting, permits, and a milestone schedule.
Build
Coordinated construction with proactive communication at every milestone.
Hand Over
A thorough walkthrough, deficiency close-out, and support after move-in.
[ 04 — Coverage ]
Across Toronto & the GTA.
We build for clients across Toronto and the GTA, including Etobicoke, North York, Scarborough, Vaughan, and Mississauga. From heritage-sensitive downtown neighbourhoods to suburban lots and commercial spaces, we tailor our approach to your property, your municipality's requirements, and the way you want to live or operate in the finished space.
[ 05 — General Contractor · FAQ ]
Good to know
Both. We're happy to build from your existing drawings, and we can connect you with trusted design partners if you're starting earlier in the process.
Yes. We self-perform shell work and carry projects through to finish, so you get one accountable team from demolition to final walkthrough.
With transparent budgeting up front, careful trade selection, and proactive communication when choices arise — plus the option of a cost-plus structure so you see exactly where every dollar goes.
We do — residential and commercial, including larger-scale developments and healthcare build-outs.