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Southshore past build by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard
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Bluebird past build by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard
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Ganske Road past build by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard
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Profile photo of Don Ballard, owner and operator of Ballard Fine Homes
Southshore past build by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard
Southshore
Bluebird past build by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard
Bluebird
Ganske past build by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard
Ganske
Southshore past build by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard
Southshore
Bluebird past build by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard
Bluebird
Ganske past build by Ballard Fine Homes
Ganske
Profile photo of Don Ballard, owner and operator of Ballard Fine Homes

Vancouver Island Homebuilder

Don Ballard


If you’re looking for a custom home builder on Vancouver Island, then Donald Ballard is your man. At Ballard Fine Homes, Don has helped many families and even the occasional celebrity with their home building needs. The size of the project doesn’t matter – big or small, the job gets done with integrity, hard work, and in a timely manner. Don and his team will help with anything from design features like feng shui tips all the way to elaborate, executive-style oceanfront properties.
Photo of Ballard Fine Homes storefront with blue skies in the background
Photo of Ballard Fine Homes storefront with blue skies in the background
Profile photo of Don Ballard, owner of Ballard Fine Homes
Don Ballard profile photo with blue skies in the background

Why work with Don?

Don Ballard has a long and productive work history. He has been building homes for over 30 years, everything from simple ranchers to high-rises in Mexico. As one of the top construction companies in Nanaimo, Ballard Fine Homes operates all over Vancouver Island. Also, Ballard Fine Homes is an accredited home building company through several organizations.
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Vancouver Island Homebuilder

Don Ballard


If you’re looking for a custom home builder on Vancouver Island, then Donald Ballard is your man. At Ballard Fine Homes, Don has helped many families and even the occasional celebrity with their home building needs. The size of the project doesn’t matter – big or small, the job gets done with integrity, hard work, and in a timely manner. Don and his team will help with anything from design features like feng shui tips all the way to elaborate, executive-style oceanfront properties.
Photo of Ballard Fine Homes storefront with blue skies in the background
Photo of Ballard Fine Homes storefront with blue skies in the background
Profile photo of Don Ballard, owner of Ballard Fine Homes
Profile photo of Don Ballard, owner of Ballard Fine Homes

Why work with Don?

Don Ballard has a long and productive work history. He has been building homes for over 30 years, everything from simple ranchers to high-rises in Mexico. As one of the top construction companies in Nanaimo, Ballard Fine Homes operates all over Vancouver Island. Also, Ballard Fine Homes is an accredited home building company through several organizations.
Homeowner Protection Office and Branch of BC Housing logo
2 5 10 Year Warranty logo
Houzz logo
BBB Accredited Business logo

A wealth of experience


Many home building companies have long wait times so the client is left waiting on the availability of the company in order to start working. At Ballard Fine Homes, work starts when the client is ready for it to begin. Small renovations to custom built dream homes – they all get the same level of service, respect, and detail to attention. For clients that are a bit unsure about what they want, or may feel overwhelmed at the idea of building a new home, they can be confident knowing they are in good hands. Don’s team provides excellent customer service, patience, respect, and freedom of choice.

Crescent Road West past builder by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard

Making dreams a reality.

Over the years, Don’s experience has meant he has accumulated design plans for all types of lifestyles and preferences. Clients can visit the showroom in person to see what some designs look like in real life, not just on paper. These designs are suitable for all housing types – ranchers, single-family homes, split-level houses, duplexes, condominiums, etc. Lifestyle accommodations such as wheelchair accessibility and home elevators are part of the package. If you can dream it, Ballard can build it! Express your needs and Don’s team of designers, architects, and builders will make it a reality.

The variety of project types, zero wait times, extensive experience, and trustworthiness of Ballard Fine Homes makes it easy to work with Don. For more information, please view some client’s most frequently asked questions to learn more.

Interior of Avalon, past build of Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard

Nanaimo Home Builders

Harbour view of Nanaimo boardwalk and boats in the harbour

Based in Parksville and specializing in Oceanside, Ballard Fine Homes operates all over Vancouver Island. Don Ballard is known as one of the top Nanaimo contractors for new home construction, home renovations, carriage homes, and spec homes. If you are looking for new homes for sale in Nanaimo, creating a custom design is an enjoyable experience when working with Don. Or, if you prefer to let someone else make more decisions, there are usually a few spec homes available that are designed to match current trends and functionality. 

Nanaimo is one of the fastest growing communities within the Oceanside region. The residential real estate market is becoming more demanding with an increasing population. Ballard Fine Homes is at the forefront of designing and renovating homes in this region. Whether it is through new subdivisions, building custom homes, or fixing up old homes to be more comfortable and beautiful, Don and his team have left their mark on the island.

Vancouver Island’s
Custom Home Builder

Ballard Fine Homes logo in black and grey

Don Ballard also works in other Vancouver Island communities. At any point, there are usually a few developmental projects underway. New subdivisions in Comox, Courtenay, Nanaimo, and Parksville are a few examples where brand new homes have been built for clients. In these projects, buyers choose which plot of land to purchase and then they have a choice of building a custom or a spec home. If you already own a plot of land, Don and his team are more than happy to help build you the home of your dreams. Condo owners are more than welcome to contact Don and his team for a renovation project, too. To keep up with the latest Don Ballard news, please view our current development projects on Vancouver Island.

Outside lot and house image of past build Bluebird by Ballard Fine Homes Don Ballard

Home Builder Reviews


Don Ballard and his team have proven results when it comes to new home construction because they value professionalism and quality above all else. Take a look for yourself at the level of customer satisfaction and rating behind Ballard Fine Homes. Further testimonials can be found on the main website.

  • We purchased our first Ballard home in 2020 and we’re thrilled with the high quality of the home, turn-key and the professionalism of Don Ballard and his staff. In 2021 we decided to move and build our forever home. There was no question who we wanted to built this home, and that was of course Ballard Fine Homes. We were involved in every aspect from design start to completion. We would highly recommend Don Ballard and his team. Thank you Don, for our beautiful home!

    Pam Itterman Avatar Pam Itterman
    October 16, 2022
  • We had our custom home built with Ballard Homes and we love it! So much so that we are having our next home built with them! It was a great experience with beautiful results!

    Silvia Isachsen Avatar Silvia Isachsen
    September 16, 2022
  • My wife and I visited the Ballard show home a few months ago and I can’t say enough about Ballard Fine Homes. We are looking to build a home and we have spoken and toured many show homes and Ballard by far has the nicest product and service team in my opinion. This will be our third house and we want it to be the final one and they have really bent over backwards to help us achieve that. We were recommended by friends and we can’t thank them enough.

    Chris Jackson Avatar Chris Jackson
    December 16, 2020

Ballard News and Awards


Recent Sold Homes


Interested in seeing what has sold recently? Below are a few examples of homes sold to happy clients. To see more recently sold homes, please view our main website.

Lot 16 – 3220 Klanawa Cres, Courtenay by Ballard Fine Homes
Lot 16 – 3220 Klanawa Cres, Courtenay
3 BED | 2 BATH | 3,126 SQFT
Lot 11 – 3205 Klanawa Cres, Courtenay by Ballard Fine Homes
Lot 11 – 3205 Klanawa Cres, Courtenay
3 BED | 2 BATH | 2,044 SQFT
Lot 1 – 3148 Mission Road, Courtenay by Ballard Fine Homes
Lot 1 – 3148 Mission Road, Courtenay
5 BED | 4 BATH | 3,135 SQFT

Awards and Recognition


Don and his team at Ballard Fine Homes has been recognized for their outstanding work by several third parties.

I am so pleased and proud to call Don Ballard my builder and life long friend. ~Maria Osmond

Avalon past build by Ballard Fine Homes
Don Ballard looking over housing plan for Ballard Fine Homes

Start Building With Don

Contact the team at Ballard Fine Homes for all your home-building needs and questions!

Avalon pas build by Ballard Fine Homes
Don Ballard looking over housing plan for Ballard Fine Homes

Start Building With Don

Contact the team at Ballard Fine Homes for all your home-building needs and questions!