6 Stars out of 5! I…read morewas on the board at my previous condo for 18 years, I have been on my current condo board for eight years, and Home Perfection Contracting is the best and most professional contractor I have ever worked with. They tore off our old exterior stairs structure and siding, waterproofed the entire wall, and installed new siding and a stairs structure that is far superior to the old one. Their integrity and work quality are off the charts. The owner, Ahmad Khreshi, did thorough research before starting our well-planned project. I was impressed by his knowledge of current construction techniques and dedication to doing the job right. There were several problems that required Ahmad to think outside of the box, one being how to install siding under our existing power lines conduit which was mounted to the exterior wall at six different points. Several times, Ahmad's crew discovered water damage due to poor work by our developer. Ahmad was extremely flexible in adding repair of that damage into his work plan on top of the bid-upon work. Ahmad was kind and fair, listened to our concerns, answered our questions, kept us in the loop, worked with us on timing, and gave us a couple breaks. His crew was extremely professional and respectful, taking off their shoes when they had to come through the building and isolating interior work areas with plastic sheet dividers. When our project was completed, Ahmad send us the following. I've never worked with a contractor who followed up with an offer of help like this: "Remember, you can always reach out with any technical building related questions, in any trades. I'm more than happy to give advice and guidance on code matters or general best practices, even if you are hiring other people."

Where to even begin? It took us a year and a half and eight contractors later to find Ahmad and we…read moreare so glad we waited and didn't give up on our garage addition! From start to finish Ahmad and his crew were fantastic. From the very beginning Ahmad provided the most thorough breakdown of what was to be expected, delivered and completed. There were never any surprises, he is one you can trust with your home and treats it as if it's his. He under promised and over delivered. Ahmad and his crew had a keen sense of attention to detail that made us very happy and left the neighbors extremely impressed. He was here everyday and was quick to respond if/when needed. Ahmad was extremely patient, knowledgeable and answered all of the many questions I had morning and night. The crew left the site clean and organized ready for the next day. They worked tirelessly morning and night and were extremely respectful and kind. He is honest and fair and produces fantastic work, something that is rare to come by these days. I will be using Ahmad for all our future Contracting needs! Thank you, Ahmad and crew!

I bought a tear down property in May of 2019 with Zimmermann Homes which was completed in July of…read more2020. I can't say enough good things about Rob and his team. I was not living in the DMV area when we started the project so they did a great job of communicating remotely during the design process. His architect, Darren and interior design team, Christina Simon, took samples of things we liked and found ways to integrate them into the house. The property has so many cool features from finishes, to a basement apartment, gym, and a roof deck. It's a 4,400 sq foot house but feels like it's 6k. Rob, Jim, and team are very particular about how things are done. If something doesn't look right, they are going to have it corrected properly and they did. From building for energy efficient, print labeling everything ( low voltage, electrical, was, gas), to managing the draw schedule, they really focus on the little things during what is a very stressful experience. After moving in, they ensured punch list items were attended to. Unfortunately, we had to relocate for work after a year but the focus on details and quality allowed us to get top dollar for our property. Having now bought another newly built home only further highlights the unique focus on service and quality building of Zimmermann homes. Wish I could have had him build my house out west.

I am a huge fan of working with Zimmermann Homes for a custom build home, proven by my recent…read moreexperience building a new house with them in North Arlington. It's the second house I have built with Rob and his team in the last 4 years and this experience was even better than my first one in 2018. Zimmermann Homes continues to improve its operations continuously, whereby the customer remains first and foremost. Building together over the past 12-18 months had several challenges, primarily supply chain issues, most of which were entirely out of our control. However, Rob and his team worked even harder to source substitutes that were just as good or as timely as the initial selections we made for the design of the house. As someone who visits dozens of newly constructed homes annually, I am very aware of the quality and pricing of the competition facing Zimmermann Homes, so when I say that you can't beat the "bang for the buck", I'm confident that it's true. The quality of the architectural structure, design, construction, and home efficiency are truly unmatched at the price point offered by Zimmermann Homes. More than anything, Rob and his team are really good to work with. It's expected that things will go awry at some point in building a custom home, whether it's a schedule delay, design issue, permit snag, or selection that is out of stock. Recognizing this, Zimmermann Homes is creative dealing with such issues and they do whatever is necessary to minimize disruption and stress for the home-owner. Rob has built an incredible business for home construction in the Northern VA area and I can't think of a better company to work with when building a home. He has put together a team of experts that seamlessly work together so that issues are resolved quickly and most of the time it is done behind the scenes, making the customer's experience much better. I would be remiss if I didn't give shout-outs to the members of Rob's team. Darren is amazing at helping you design a home that works for your individual needs, while being very aesthetically pleasing to the eye, both inside and out. Christina and her team are the best in the business when it comes to the color schemes and styles, making your budget go as far as possible with the selections for appliances, tile, cabinets, countertops, and lighting. Finally, Jim J. is a savant when it comes to managing the overall project and making sure that the customer gets exactly what he/she wants, at the highest level of quality throughout. His attention to detail will always amaze me and any other customer he has ever had. I couldn't be happier with the final product. Friends, family, and neighbors that visit are amazed at how well it came out, especially during a worldwide pandemic. I could not endorse Zimmermann Homes more highly. They are the best at what they do. When I build my next house, there is no doubt that I will ask Rob and his team to work with me again! - The Scardino Family (again), Arlington, VA

DO NOT buy new construction from Lock 7…read more I purchased a condo at Brooks Row in December 2016 when it opened, and I can not fathom giving them anything other than a 1-star review. We still have unresolved issues from our final walkthrough prior to closing over a year and a half ago that we were told would be done within a week. We are dealing with our second roof leak in the last year and have to plead and beg to get anything done (still waiting). We have spent literally the entire 1.5 years in consistent email contact with them trying to fix problems or get things done that they promised in December 2016. It is abundantly clear that they only care about getting making money, and their plan for solving problems is ignore them until the owners give up and pay for repairs themselves. The communication is nonexistant. They take turns with UIP (their general contractor for the project) in blaming each other for every issue as if the owners care whose fault it is. The nearly infinite number of issues that caused delay in the original completion of the condo is proof that they do not consider project oversight to be a priority.

As a subcontractor for this group I'm horrified by the shady work that they do. This is in part…read moredue to the poor pay but also wanting to raise profit on units. Poor tenants have to deal with the aftermath of their subpar work. One of the in-house employees told me "as long as it gets through the warranty period, then it's their problem". Buyer beware, I would steer clear from any projects involving Lock 7.

I recently completed a full renovation of my row house with Fairmont Developers, and I couldn't be…read morehappier with the results. "Quality, schedule, and price: pick two," is the classic saying. Instead our project was completed ahead of schedule, just under budget, and the quality of the work was excellent. And that includes an expanded project scope that came up when we discovered large issues with a neighboring property. Fairmont was incredibly flexible and easy to work with. They were always willing to listen to our ideas and make changes as needed. They were also very responsive to my questions and concerns. Fairmont's foreman or a partner subcontractor was on-site on average more than five days a week for the entire many-month project. This allowed them to keep a close eye on the work and make sure that everything was done to the highest standards, and if not the first time, they made sure it was redone. Unlike several neighboring projects, we had no stop work orders, no neighbor complaints (complements actually), and all our inspections were successful. I would highly recommend Fairmont to anyone looking for a home builder or doing a major urban renovation. They are professional, reliable, and they do great work.

It is just about a year since Fairmont completed my whole house renovation. This home, with the…read moreexception of new appliance now and then, was in original 1911 condition when I called Fairmont. This could make a project easier - assume everything has to go. However, I am an old house lover (now a three-time renovator) and keeping or reinventing old house detail was important. Carlos manages construction, the tradesmen, the sub-contractors, and the overall quality of the workmanship on the job. He is an experienced builder, taking pride in bringing ideas to life but careful to offer full disclosure on the pros, cons and risks of each option. Jose manages the business side of the project - budgeting and billing, tracking and documenting changes, purchase of materials, recommending vendors for kitchen design, tiles, stone, flooring etc. Most important was his management of communications between Fairmont and me, the homeowner. Jose took time to ask questions and listen carefully to answers. I know and appreciate how rare it is to have good communication. I also have lived the consequences of mediocre communication. Mistakes are costly. Jose follows a protocol of asking, clarifying, and following up with an email restating our discussion and inviting me to comment, add, or correct. The answers don't matter as much as the asking and listening. This worked so well there were no horror stories. To summarize: Strong management of the permitting process, of sub-contractors, deliveries, security of the property and use of appropriate safety measures. I think its important to say also that the project was managed ethically, honestly and respectfully. Everyone on the job was pleasant and upbeat. Weekly walk-thru meetings insuring the work was proceeding according to agreement. Efficient cascade of information, decisions and/or changes, from homeowner and Fairmont to the tradesmen and subcontractors. A solid team of workers - excellent workmanship, site management and daily clean-up. Also, no profanity or loudness, no littering, no complaints from neighbors, and very happily, no accidents. Lastly, Fairmont checks in with you periodically during the year following move-in. Together we created a list of little adjustments and changes that you can't anticipate until you move in. All done! The house is lovely - beautiful carpentry, millwork and all the details that make it livable for me. I feel very fortunate to have done this work with Fairmont and I would recommend them without reservation!

I cannot say enough great things about Marvella. From initially dealing with Mike, to Krista in the…read moreoffice, ending with David supervising the job of the many skilled carpenters. We initially hired them to build a shed/workshop. Work was done with such skill and precision that we immediately hired them for a restructure of our deck, screen doors and stairs leading to the deck. Everyone we have dealt with is very knowledgeable and all have made great suggestions to help complete the projects to our overwhelming satisfaction. Pictures don't even do it justice. Both projects are now done so we have begun planning a much needed plumbing issue fix and bathroom remodel. This company can literally do it all. . This company's biggest strength is their communication. Calls, emails and texts are made and returned. Schedules were set and kept. So refreshing. I often wonder why companies don't treat their customers the way Marvella treated us. They will have our business for years to come.

Marvella's toxic relationships with clients continue. Despite having a invoice from them showing a…read morezero balance they have refused to engage on email about removing a mechanics lien they placed on my property and have threatened specious defamation lawsuits over accurate online reviews. Avoid them at all costs!

We had an outstanding experience working with DFB Contracting on our home renovation in McLean…read more From start to finish, their team demonstrated exceptional professionalism and a genuine commitment to getting every detail right. What impressed me most was their patience in truly understanding my needs and vision. They took the time to listen, offered thoughtful recommendations, and made sure I felt confident every step of the way. That level of care is rare and made a big difference in the overall experience. Equally remarkable was the speed and efficiency of the renovation. The work was completed faster than expected without ever compromising on quality. The end result exceeded our expectations, and the entire process felt smooth and well-managed. I highly recommend DFB Contracting to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and client-focused team.

I've worked with a number of contractors over the years, and Cathal stands out as the best. The…read morecraftsmanship is exceptional, and the entire process reflects careful planning and attention to detail. He is honest, straightforward, and fully engaged from start to finish--I never had to follow up or wonder where things stood. He manages projects with a level of organization and foresight that significantly reduces the usual friction and surprises that often accompany construction. Having a general contractor who is also a licensed architect is a meaningful advantage and helps prevent issues before they arise. If you have the chance to work with DFB, I highly recommend it.

Am having a home rebuild done on a in-law suite, turning it into a second master bedroom suite with…read moremaster bath. A good sized project. I really enjoyed their sales dept rep, Adam. He was straight shooting and honest, and while the bid was a little higher than others it was pretty factual and transparent. The delivery aspect was good... Andy was the project manager and very personable. I did have some trouble with some of the subs, poor communication but overall very good and any upset I had was well handled. Definitely keen to customer service. They are even working with me to get it done in my time frame as I had a baby on the way... So mostly done and live-in-able. Have a few more items to install and the final punch list but so far it's been worth while. They also do a second round of review to ensure customer satisfaction in 10 months. Will keep you updated. shawn

We just used Sandy Spring as our builder- we loved them. They help you with every aspect of…read morebuilding your home. Their staff is amazing- super knowledgeable and patient. We had a great experience. In fact, they come back months later to talk and change/fix things that we needed- unheard of in our area. Totally recommend them.

Tyler is an incredible agent. I found a property I was interested in and wanted to act fast. Tyler…read moreis the most responsive, thorough, helpful and communicative agent I could have asked for! He is so present and on top of everything--I felt like I was in such good hands and that he wanted the best for me and my new home. He made the process so easy and continues to be a great resource post closing! 10/10, highly recommend!

A friend recommended Tyler as we started our home buying process. We could not have been happier…read morewith the decision to work with him. He was incredibly knowledgeable and responsive. He made an effort to get to know us and what we were looking for, providing valuable advice on the market and neighborhoods throughout the entire process. He was also very patient, knowing we were willing to wait for the right house at the right price. When it came time to put in an offer, he worked his magic to get us an amazing deal! We look forward to continuing to work with him in the future.

We recently used the conference space in the National Association of Home Builders and we were very…read morehappy with the space and services provided. NAHB has fantastic conference space located in the heart of Washington D.C. It's auditorium is massive and can easily hold over 180 people with space to spare. It's fully equipped with all of the A/V and technology that we needed for our conference. The auditorium has great panoramic windows that allow for a lot of natural light and high ceilings. The three smaller break-out conference spaces have breakdown walls that can be configured for a variety of settings. Each room fits roughly 35 people and their additional conference room (Room D) was a larger room with windows facing out to the street. Even though we didn't use the atrium - the general entrance space into the building is impressive and creates a very professional and calming ambiance. Allison and Lemerrell, the events team at NAHB were extremely professional and accommodating. They were very personable and were able to work with the specifics that we had requested. NAHB does have a select list of caterers and 3rd party vendors - so we did set up our lunches and dinners through the cater who was familiar with the layout of the conference space and the building. Overall we were very impressed and satisfied with our conference at NAHB and certainly plan to work with them in the future on events and conferences we will be hosting.

H&C construction has been my go to contractor for my last two large renovation projects. The most…read morerecent was a full bathroom teardown and renovation and we are thrilled with the results. The work the team did was beautiful and a great value for the price. We went a little over 10% over budget, which is just about what I expected for a project like this, and I was pleasantly surprised that we actually finished a few days early. The work comes with a 3-year warranty too (which we needed in the past and have had no trouble using), which gives extra peace of mind. Each person on the project - Elena the project manager, Juan the site supervisor, Alexa the designer, John the estimator, and especially the lead technician Cornelio was a pleasure to work with. As with any renovation, there are always surprises and hiccups along the way, but the team handled everything professionally, even when I was stressed and occasionally cranky. One thing of particular note was how much the team was willing to work with me when the inevitable surprises came up. There are things that nobody can foresee, which usually results in a change order and extra cost, but then there are those little things where everyone leaves a conversation with a different impression. In those latter instances, I always really appreciated how willing everyone was to meet me halfway and to make sure I felt good about how things were going and confident that we were doing right by each other. All in all, I highly recommend them and they will be my first call next time I have a project!

Masterful Craftsmanship…read more I am giving a full 5 stars to the crew that finished our basement. These guys are true professionals and absolute masters of their craft. Their work ethic was matched only by their incredible attention to detail, the quality of the finishing throughout the entire space is top-notch. They were consistently respectful of our home and clearly took immense pride in everything they built. If you are looking for elite skill and a flawless physical result, this team is as good as it gets.