Falls Church, Virginia
Custom home builders in Falls Church, VA
15 custom home builders say they work in Falls Church, VA, and 9 say they build on a lot you already own. Permit steps for a teardown or new house, published prices, and who to call.
15builders work here
9build on your lot
City of Falls Church or Fairfax Countyissues permits
Falls Church covers two different places: the small independent City of Falls Church and the much larger Fairfax County area that shares the Falls Church mailing address.
Builders who work in Falls Church
We found 15 builders that name Falls Church (or all of their county) as a place they build. 9 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.
What builders here publish about price
Most custom builders don’t post prices. These 7 do, and they give you a starting point before your first meeting:
| Builder | What it publishes |
|---|---|
| Alair Homes Falls Church | Cost-plus, open-book pricing |
| BODE Residential | Has listed spec homes at $2.75M and $3.5M |
| Horizon Building | Custom homes about $1.2M-$5M+; whole-home remodels about $400K-$2M |
| Monarch Custom Homes | Elite Collection semi-custom homes from $888,000 |
| New Urban Homes | From $250-$275 per sq ft, including soft costs, permits and construction |
| Sekas Homes | Typical job $600K-$2M (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 Falls Church
Who issues permits: City of Falls Church or Fairfax County.
The City of Falls Church is an independent city with its own permit office.
Most Falls Church mailing addresses outside the city are Fairfax County, so check which one your property is in before you plan.
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 Falls Church, check each one’s Virginia Class A contractor 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 Falls Church.
New homes and teardowns in Falls Church
70new homes issued in the last 12 months
From Fairfax County permit records, by mailing town, checked November 7, 2026. See them on the map.
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Frequently asked questions
How many custom home builders work in Falls Church?
We found 15 builders that name Falls Church or its county as a service area, as of October 17, 2026. 9 of them say they build on a lot the client already owns.
Who issues building permits in Falls Church?
City of Falls Church or Fairfax County. The City of Falls Church is an independent city with its own permit office.
Can I tear down my house in Falls Church 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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