Custom Homes & Additions
More room, built right, on the lot you already own
From a rear extension to a brand-new house, we build the structure and every system inside it. One contractor from foundation to finish.
- Licensed & insured
- 24/7 emergency service
- Free estimates
- Financing options available
Overview
Custom Homes & Additions, done right
Space is the scarcest thing in New York, and moving is not always the answer. A second story, a rear extension or a dormer can give you the room you need without leaving the block. When the right move is to begin fresh, we build custom homes from the ground up: foundation, framing, roof, plumbing, heating, electrical and finishes, all with our own crews.
Building in the city is different. Zoning sets how far you can extend and how high you can go. Attached and semi-attached houses share walls and lot lines with the neighbor. Coastal parts of Staten Island, Brooklyn and Queens sit in flood zones with elevation rules. All of this shapes the design before the first drawing is made.
We begin with a free visit and a conversation about what you need. Then we work with the architect and engineer on stamped drawings, file with the DOB, and build in a clear sequence with inspections at every stage. You get one point of contact for the whole project.
What we fix
A growing household in a house that stopped growing
A second-story addition or a rear extension adds bedrooms, a bathroom or a larger kitchen while keeping the home you already know.
An attic or garage that is wasted space
Dormers, proper insulation, egress, heating and electrical turn unused square footage into a real room that meets code.
A parent or adult child who needs their own space
An accessory unit where zoning allows it, an in-law suite or a ground-floor addition with its own entrance and bathroom gives everyone room while keeping everyone close.
A lot that deserves a new house
When the existing structure is past saving, we handle demolition and build a new one- or two-family home designed around how you live.
A home in a flood zone that needs to be raised or rebuilt
Elevation, flood-resistant foundations and relocated mechanical systems protect the home and may affect your flood insurance. We build to the current requirements.
What is included
- New custom homes, one- and two-family
- Second-story additions
- Rear and side extensions
- Dormers and attic conversions
- In-law suites and accessory units
- Foundations and structural steel
- Framing, roofing and exterior envelope
- Complete plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical
- Flood-zone elevation and rebuilds
- Interior finishes from drywall to paint
How it works
- Call or send the formTell us about the property and what you are hoping to add or build. We schedule a free visit.
- Site visit and feasibilityWe look at the structure, the lot and the zoning, and give you a straight answer on what can be built and roughly what the path looks like.
- Drawings and permitsWe coordinate with the architect and engineer on stamped drawings and file with the DOB. You get a written scope and estimate before construction.
- Foundation to finishExcavation, structure, envelope, mechanical systems, inspections, then interior finishes. One team, one schedule, one person answering your questions.
- Sign-off and walk-throughWe close out the permits, walk the finished space with you and handle the punch list before we hand over the keys.
Why Empire Pro NY
We build the house and everything inside it
Framing, roofing, plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical are all our own crews. The people who build the walls are on the same team as the people who wire them.
Licensed and insured
We carry the licenses and insurance New York City requires for construction, plumbing and electrical work, and we work within the DOB permit process from day one.
Honest feasibility, free of charge
Before you spend money on drawings, we tell you what the lot and the zoning realistically allow. The estimate is free.
Financing options available
An addition or a new build is a major investment. Ask us about financing options when we meet.
Questions people ask
How much does an addition or a new home cost?
It depends on size, structure, site conditions and finishes. We price after we see the property; the estimate and the feasibility conversation are free.
Can I add a second story to my house?
Often, if the zoning allows the height and the foundation can carry the load. We check both at the site visit and tell you plainly what we find.
Do I need an architect?
In nearly every case, yes. For additions and new construction the DOB requires stamped drawings from a licensed architect or engineer. We coordinate with yours or bring one into the project.
Can I stay in the house during an addition?
Usually, yes. We seal the existing home from the new work and schedule the tie-in so the time without a roof over the connection is kept short.
What about my attached neighbor?
Work near a shared wall or lot line may require a party wall agreement and protection of the adjoining property. We plan for that at the outset so it does not stop the job later.
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