Potomac, Maryland

Custom home builders in Potomac, MD

17 custom home builders say they work in Potomac, MD, and 5 say they build on a lot you already own. Permit steps for a teardown or new house, published prices, and who to call.

17builders work here

5build on your lot

Montgomery County DPSissues permits

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Potomac has larger lots than Bethesda, and some of the biggest homes in the MBIA’s 2026 custom builder awards are here, including one of more than 10,000 sq ft.

Builders who work in Potomac

We found 17 builders that name Potomac (or all of Montgomery County) as a place they build. 5 of them say on their websites that they build on a lot you already own; the rest build custom homes but don’t say either way. Builders that say they build on your lot are listed first, then the rest, each group alphabetical. It is not a ranking.

August Homes Tysons Builds on your lotA father-and-son builder focused on tested, high-performance homes designed to produce their own energy, with fresh-air filtration built in. 4.4 (15 Google)17 towns

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Bespoke Builder McLean, Potomac and DC Builds on your lotSince 2006A full-service design-build firm working across Virginia, Maryland and DC that will buy a lot for a client or build on one they own. 5.0 (6 Google)2 towns

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Classic Homes Chantilly Builds on your lotSince 1983One of the longest-running build-on-your-lot builders in the region, pairing semi-custom floor plans with knockdown-rebuild projects. 4.7 (47 Google)18 towns

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Dunhill Builders Vienna Builds on your lotAn owner-run builder where the president oversees every home, with a library of floor plans buyers can change or start from. 5.0 (16 Google)12 towns

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Park Bradley Homes Fairfax Builds on your lotSince 2014A craftsman-focused luxury builder that builds on the client’s lot or its own, and buys land directly from owners. 5.0 (4 Google)5 towns Typical job $1M-$5M (as listed on Houzz)

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Ambition Custom Homes PotomacAsk about your lotA small Montgomery County builder that handles full design and build of new custom homes, plus larger renovations and additions. 5.0 (15 Google)3 towns

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Botero Homes RestonAsk about your lotSince 1998A long-running luxury builder that keeps land search, design, budgeting and finish selections in house. 4.1 (15 Google)12 towns

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Bowers Design Build McLeanAsk about your lotMostly remodelsSince 1990An established design-build remodeler with architects on staff and national remodeling awards; it builds new homes but most of its work is renovation. 4.8 (22 Google)17 towns

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Cabin John Builders Cabin John, MDAsk about your lotA Cabin John builder working across the Washington area, with past teardown-and-rebuild work and a land and home acquisition service. 4.4 (7 Google)4 towns

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Classic Homes of Maryland North BethesdaAsk about your lotA Montgomery County builder honored in the MBIA custom builder awards for both custom and speculative homes, including a contemporary of more than 10… 4.4 (45 Google)3 towns

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Douglas Construction Group PotomacAsk about your lotA Potomac builder whose Bethesda homes were honored in the MBIA custom builder awards in both 2025 and 2026. 5.0 (2 Google)2 towns

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JEFFCO Development RockvilleAsk about your lotMostly remodelsA family-run firm founded by Jeff and Rena Robins with three arms: custom homebuilding, remodeling and home service management. 5.0 (5 Google)4 towns Typical job $200K-$10M (as listed on Houzz)

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Kader Construction BethesdaAsk about your lotMostly remodelsA Bethesda contractor with more than 500 projects behind it, mostly remodeling and additions, that also takes on custom home builds. 5.0 (16 Google)3 towns

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Laurence Cafritz Builders BethesdaAsk about your lotA builder focused on infill lots and teardowns in Bethesda, Chevy Chase and northwest DC, handling design help, permits, demolition and construction. 5.0 (6 Google)3 towns

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Meridian Homes BethesdaAsk about your lotA Bethesda design-build firm building custom homes and remodels across the Washington area, including Northern Virginia. 4.6 (20 Google)3 towns

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Sandy Spring Builders BethesdaAsk about your lotSince 1982A Bethesda builder founded in 1982, voted Bethesda Magazine readers’ best builder several times and certified under the NAHB green building program. 4.4 (16 Google)3 towns

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WINN Design + Build McLeanAsk about your lotMostly remodelsSince 1996 1 home in portfolioA heavily awarded McLean design-build firm with architects and interior designers on staff; mostly renovation, with some new custom homes. 4.9 (10 Google)13 towns Typical job $150K-$5M (as listed on Houzz)

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What builders here publish about price

Most custom builders don’t post prices. These 3 do, and they give you a starting point before your first meeting:

Builder	What it publishes
JEFFCO Development	Typical job $200K-$10M (as listed on Houzz)
Park Bradley Homes	Typical job $1M-$5M (as listed on Houzz)
WINN Design + Build	Typical job $150K-$5M (as listed on Houzz)

None of these figures include the land. Try the estimator, or see what homeowners report in real build costs.

Permits for a new house in Potomac

Who issues permits: Montgomery County DPS.

Potomac is unincorporated Montgomery County, so permits come from the Department of Permitting Services (DPS).

If the property is or was on a private well, Montgomery County wants it abandoned by a Maryland-licensed driller before demolition.

Before Montgomery County issues a residential demolition permit, every utility must give a written release that service is disconnected, asbestos must be removed under state rules, a pest affidavit and a bond are needed, and neighbors get at least 10 days’ notice by mail or a posted sign. Disturbing 5,000 sq ft or more needs sediment control (Montgomery County DPS, demolition information).

Montgomery County licenses new home builders through its Office of Consumer Protection and publishes the list of active licenses (Montgomery County open data, licensed new home builders). Builders working outside the county register with the Maryland Attorney General instead and must show their MHBR number on contracts (Maryland Attorney General, new home builder registration).

Rules change, so confirm the current requirements with the permit office before you buy a lot or sign a design contract.

Before you call a builder

Confirm the jurisdiction. Look up your parcel so you know exactly which county, town or city issues your permits.
Gather your lot facts: survey or plat, lot size, and whether it is on public water and sewer.
Set a budget range that includes demolition and site work, not just the house. Our estimator helps.
Shortlist three builders who work in Potomac, check each one’s Montgomery County new home builder license, and ask them all the same questions.

Not sure where to start? Tell us about your lot and we’ll introduce you to builders who work in Potomac.

New homes and teardowns in Potomac

16new homes applied for in the last 12 months

13house demolitions applied for in the last 12 months

$1Mtypical construction value declared on the permit

10,255typical square feet on the permit

From Montgomery County permit records, by mailing town, checked November 7, 2026. Values are what the applicant declared for the permit and usually run well below the real cost of a custom home. See them on the map.

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Frequently asked questions

How many custom home builders work in Potomac?

We found 17 builders that name Potomac or its county as a service area, as of October 17, 2026. 5 of them say they build on a lot the client already owns.

Who issues building permits in Potomac?

Montgomery County DPS. Potomac is unincorporated Montgomery County, so permits come from the Department of Permitting Services (DPS).

Can I tear down my house in Potomac and build a new one?

Usually, yes, as long as the new house meets zoning rules for setbacks, height and lot coverage. You need a demolition permit first and then a new building permit, plus grading or sediment control approval if you disturb enough land.

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