U K Construction

The business handles projects from initial design and permit drawings through to completed construction, working directly with clients on renovations, additions, and new builds suited to individual homes.

Older bungalows are frequent candidates for second-story additions or full remodels that update layouts without requiring a move, while larger lots support custom-built homes designed from the ground up. A firm that offers design, permitting, and construction under one roof is well suited to a market where many homeowners are working with older housing stock that needs structural updates alongside cosmetic ones.

Services offered and how to prepare for each one

U K Construction's work spans design and permitting, renovations and additions, custom home builds, complete home remodels, second-story additions, and aging-in-place retrofits. Each service involves a different scope of planning, and knowing what to prepare before a first conversation helps the process move more smoothly.

Design, permits, and drawings

Any renovation or new build in Scarborough that changes a home's structure, footprint, or systems typically requires permit drawings prepared and submitted before work can begin. Homeowners preparing for this stage benefit from having a clear sense of their budget range, a list of must-have versus nice-to-have features, and any existing survey or property documents on hand, since these speed up the design conversation and reduce the number of revisions needed before drawings are finalized.

Renovations and additions

Substantial home renovations and additions make up a core part of the work, covering everything from kitchen and bathroom overhauls to expanding a home's livable space. Homeowners preparing for a renovation should think through how they will live during construction — whether rooms will be sealed off, whether a kitchen or bathroom will be temporarily out of service, and how pets or young children will be accommodated — since these logistics affect scheduling and sequencing of the work.

Second-story additions and complete remodels

For homeowners who want more space without changing neighbourhoods, second-story additions and complete home remodels allow an existing structure and foundation to be built upon or reconfigured rather than starting from scratch. Preparing for this type of project means confirming with local building authorities what setback and height rules apply to the property, since Scarborough's zoning varies by street and lot type, and understanding those constraints early avoids delays once drawings are submitted.

Custom home builds

New custom homes are built from the ground up according to a client's specifications, from initial concept through to completion. This is the longest-timeline service on offer, and homeowners preparing for a custom build should expect an extended design phase before construction starts, along with a realistic timeline that accounts for permitting, seasonal weather in the GTA, and material lead times.

Aging-in-place design and construction

Retrofits that help homeowners remain safely in their homes as their needs change — such as widened doorways, updated bathrooms, or single-level living adaptations — are offered as a distinct service, with some retrofits completed in as little as one week. Homeowners considering this option should think about which specific mobility or safety needs matter most, since a focused retrofit can often be completed faster than a full renovation.

Working with a design-build contractor

Because design, permitting, and construction are handled together rather than through separate firms, planning decisions made early in a project are meant to carry through to the construction phase without being re-negotiated later. For homeowners, this generally means fewer handoffs between a designer and a builder, but it also means the initial planning conversations carry extra weight — decisions about layout, materials, and scope made during design directly shape what gets built.

Homeowners in Scarborough weighing a renovation or addition can expect a process that starts with a design consultation, moves through permit drawings, and continues into construction once approvals are in place. Bringing photos or sketches of desired outcomes, a realistic budget, and a sense of timing constraints — such as needing a project finished before winter or before a change in household circumstances — helps the design phase move efficiently toward a workable plan.

Frequently asked questions

What types of projects does U K Construction handle?

The firm handles custom home builds, substantial renovations and additions, complete home remodels, second-story additions, and aging-in-place retrofits, along with the design and permit drawings needed to support these projects.

Does U K Construction handle permits and drawings, or only construction?

Design, permits, and drawings are offered as part of the process, alongside construction itself, so a project can move from initial planning through to completion.

Is U K Construction able to work on additions to existing homes, not just new builds?

Yes, renovations, additions, and second-story additions are core services, allowing homeowners to expand or update an existing home rather than building new.

How can homeowners in Scarborough get in touch with U K Construction?

U K Construction can be reached by phone at 416-266-5333 or through its website at ukconstruction.ca, with its office located at 88 Colonial Ave in Scarborough, ON.