Custom home builder · McLean

Focal Point Homes

A high-volume infill builder that says it has built more homes in McLean than any other builder over the last decade, using fixed-price contracts.

Builds on your lot 4.9 · 105 Google reviews
Based inMcLean
TypeCustom home builder
Builds on your lotYes
Founded2010
Google rating4.9 from 105 reviews

Leadership named on its website: Scott Murray (Founder & Chairman), Jeff Jardine (President)

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Permits and license

1new homes applied for in Arlington County in the last 24 months
0of those finished (final inspection passed)
26 wkstypical time from application to permit

From Arlington County permit records, where the builder is named as the contractor or permit holder. Checked November 7, 2026. Arlington County Data API was used for this purpose, but it is not endorsed or certified by Arlington County.

Check the license yourself: Virginia DPOR license lookup (a new house needs a Class A contractor) · Montgomery County new home builders · Maryland home builder registration. Search the exact company name and check the license is active and not disciplined.

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Homes by Focal Point Homes

3 homes we know of: 3 from county permit records. We show the town and year, never the address.

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Services

  • Infill custom homes
  • Semi-custom plans
  • Quick-delivery homes
  • Can buy land for clients

Where it builds

McLean, Falls Church, Arlington, Vienna, Great Falls.

How it works with clients

  • Published pricing: none on its website. Ask for the cost of recent homes similar to yours.
  • Contract: Fixed price.
  • Building on your lot: Yes, says it builds on your lot.
  • Help with land: Can buy property on a client’s behalf; its contact form has a “need a lot” option.

Reviews and recognition

  • Google: 4.9 from 105 reviews (checked October 16, 2026).
  • Recognition: Staff honors including HBA Project Manager of the Year.

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Questions worth asking Focal Point Homes

  1. What exactly does the fixed price cover, and what would trigger a change order?
  2. What did your last three homes of a similar size cost, including site work?
  3. Who will run my job day to day, and how often will I hear from them?
  4. What warranty do you give on structure, systems and finishes?

Also confirm its Virginia contractor license class on the DPOR lookup. A new house needs a Class A license.

Sources

Last checked October 16, 2026. Something wrong or out of date? Ask for a correction.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Focal Point Homes build on your own lot?

Yes. Focal Point Homes says it builds on lots clients already own.

How much does Focal Point Homes charge?

Focal Point Homes doesn’t publish prices. Ask for the cost of recent homes similar in size to yours, including site work and permits.

Where does Focal Point Homes build?

Towns named on its website include McLean, Falls Church, Arlington, Vienna, Great Falls.

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