New Home Builds — BZM Enterprise Inc. | Small Custom Homes Edmonton

01 —The Approach

Right-sized homes,
built deliberately.

BZM specializes in custom homes up to 2,000 square feet — a deliberate ceiling that lets us stay close to every detail without diluting our attention across mega-builds.

Whether you're building on an Edmonton infill lot, putting up a garden suite for family, or starting from scratch with a custom plan — the same crew is on your project from foundation to final walkthrough. No subcontractor shuffling, no telephone games, no surprises in the final invoice.

Every BZM build is engineered to current Alberta Building Code, fully permitted, and backed by a written workmanship warranty. The result: a home that's right-sized for the way you actually live.

02 —What's Included

End to end,
under one roof.

Every BZM build covers the full scope from site prep to final inspection. No mystery line items, no separate trades to chase down — one written contract, one team accountable.

Permits & Drawings

Architectural drawings, engineered plans, and full City of Edmonton permitting handled by us.

Site Prep & Excavation

Lot preparation, excavation, grading, and foundation — done to spec, signed off by engineering.

Framing & Structure

Full framing, sheathing, roof structure, and exterior weatherproofing to Alberta Building Code.

Mechanical Trades

Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and gas — installed by licensed trades we've worked with for years.

Insulation & Drywall

Spray foam or batt to your spec, vapor barrier, and Level 4 drywall finish ready for paint.

Interior Finishes

Flooring, cabinetry, millwork, tile, paint, fixtures — your selections, our installation.

Exterior Finishes

Siding, windows, soffit, fascia, eaves, exterior doors, and front entry — all weather-tight.

Final Inspection & Warranty

Final municipal inspection, occupancy permit, and a written workmanship warranty in your hand.

03 —Build Types

Four ways
we build small.

Each type fits a different lot, budget, and goal. Whichever you're after, we'll walk you through what's possible on your specific property before you commit.

01 / Infill Infill home build

Infill Builds

New homes on existing Edmonton lots — typically tear-down-and-rebuild or skinny lots. Maximize density without sacrificing livability.

Up to 2,000 sq/ft 6 – 9 months

02 / Garden Suite Garden suite build

Garden Suites

Detached secondary dwellings — perfect for aging parents, adult children, or rental income. Fully self-contained.

Up to 900 sq/ft 4 – 6 months

03 / Custom Plan Custom home build

Custom Plans

You bring the vision — or a sketch on a napkin — and we build it. Architectural drawings, engineering, and construction in-house.

Up to 2,000 sq/ft 7 – 10 months

04 / Starter Home Starter home build

Starter Homes

Smart, efficient floor plans designed to get a first-time owner into a quality build without overpaying for square footage.

Up to 1,500 sq/ft 5 – 7 months

04 —The Timeline

Five phases,
one build.

A typical BZM small home runs six to nine months from contract to keys. Here's what each phase looks like — and how long it should take.

Phase 01

Design & Permitting

Drawings, engineering, finish selections, and full permit submission to the City of Edmonton. We walk you through every decision before construction starts.

Duration6 – 10 weeks

Phase 02

Site Prep & Foundation

Excavation, grading, footings, foundation walls, and weeping tile. Engineered, inspected, and signed off before framing begins.

Duration3 – 4 weeks

Phase 03

Framing & Lock-Up

Floor systems, walls, roof structure, sheathing, windows, exterior doors. The home goes weather-tight before interior work starts.

Duration4 – 6 weeks

Phase 04

Mechanical & Finishes

Rough-in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, drywall, paint, flooring, cabinets, millwork, tile, fixtures. The longest phase — and the most rewarding.

Duration10 – 14 weeks

Phase 05

Final Inspection & Hand-Off

Punch list, deficiency walk, final municipal inspection, occupancy permit, and key hand-off — with a written warranty in your hand.

Duration1 – 2 weeks

05 —Common Questions

What people
ask before they build.

— 01 Why do you cap builds at 2,000 sq/ft?

It's a deliberate choice. At our size, capping square footage means we can keep one team on every project, stay close to every detail, and never let a build slip into a "production" mode. If your dream home is bigger than 2,000 sq/ft, we'll happily refer you to a larger builder we trust.

— 02 How is the price determined?

After a free consultation and lot review, we provide a detailed line-item quote based on your floor plan, finish selections, and site conditions. The quote is fixed-price wherever possible, with clearly identified allowances for items still to be selected (lighting, tile, hardware, etc.).

— 03 Do you handle permits and drawings?

Yes — every BZM build includes architectural drawings, engineering, and full City of Edmonton permitting. You'll never need to chase paperwork at City Hall.

— 04 What's the deposit structure?

Builds are typically structured as a series of progress draws tied to construction milestones (foundation, framing, lock-up, drywall, finishes, completion). The exact schedule is spelled out in your contract before any money changes hands.

— 05 What warranty do you offer?

Every BZM build comes with a written workmanship warranty covering labour and installation. Specific coverage and duration are detailed in your contract — and we stand behind it. If something isn't right, we come back.

— 06 Where do you build?

Greater Edmonton and surrounding communities — including St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Leduc, Spruce Grove, and the Edmonton metro area. If you're outside that range, ask us anyway — we'll let you know honestly whether it fits.

Small custom homes,
built to 2,000 sq/ft.

Right-sized homes,
built deliberately.