Custom Home Builders in Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA

Harrod Built’s streamlined home construction and design-build process has been perfected over decades to ensure building your custom home in Carmel-By-The-Sea is smooth, efficient, and stress-free. As experienced custom home contractors, we manage every detail with precision—from concept to completion—while taking a concierge-style approach that keeps you informed, involved, and confident throughout every phase of the homebuilding process.

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Custom Home Construction

At Harrod Built, we’re dedicated to more than just building homes—we’re your trusted partner in bringing your custom home vision to life in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA. Our experienced team is here to guide you through every step of the journey with expert insight and personalized support.

New House Construction

Home Remodeling in San Luis Obispo County

Remodels

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, we specialize in premium home remodels—from refined kitchen and bathroom upgrades to full home transformations—delivering expert craftsmanship and custom design tailored to your unique lifestyle.

Home Remodeling

Accessory Dwelling Units

At Harrod Built, we design and build high-quality ADUs in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA—enhancing your property with added space, value, and versatility. Whether it's a guest house, rental unit, or private retreat, we manage every detail with expert care from start to finish.

Custom ADU Building

New Homes Design-Build

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, we offer streamlined design-build construction services that combine architectural design and construction under one roof. Our integrated process ensures clear communication, efficient execution, and cost-effective, on-time results.

Design-Build Construction

Architectural Home Drafting

We turn your vision into detailed architectural plans that set the foundation for your dream home in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA. Our skilled drafters create precise, build-ready drawings that simplify permitting, budgeting, and construction.

Architectural Drafting

Landscape Design

By partnering with our sister company, Paso Robles Landscaping, we create visually harmonious spaces in Avila Beach, CA and delivere a seamless connection between indoors and out for a truly unified aesthetic.

Landscaping Services

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Carmel-By-The-Sea Home Building Services

Why Build a Custom Home in Carmel-By-The-Sea?

When your dream includes a custom home in Carmel-By-The-Sea, invest in a Harrod Built home with a solid reputation for extraordinary craftsmanship. We’ve earned a solid reputation as the area’s leading custom home builder because our commitment to excellence has defined our home-building projects for the last 75 years. Browse through our portfolio, where you’ll notice our careful attention to even the smallest detail. Our structurally sound construction processes are combined with flawless design to give you a custom built home you’ll always be proud to own.

Our Custom Home Building Process in Carmel-By-The-Sea

The Harrod Built home building process starts with an in-depth discussion with our custom home builders to plan your project, assess the land, select premium materials, estimate costs, and set a realistic timeline. We manage every part of new house construction, including securing permits, site preparation, laying the foundation, framing, roofing, and installing plumbing and electrical systems. As part of our comprehensive approach, we also offer landscape design services to ensure your outdoor space complements the beauty and functionality of your new home. Prior to delivering your custom home, our expert building inspectors carefully review every detail to ensure your Carmel-By-The-Sea home exceeds expectations and meets the highest safety and quality standards.

FAQ

Because it's a prime location on the California coast, building a custom home in Carmel-By-The-Sea can be more expensive than some other areas because of limited land availability, strict permitting process, and building codes. Properties in and around the 93923 zip code are priced to reflect the stunning landscapes and ocean views, the charming community, and a limited amount of developable land.

Building a new custom home in Carmel-By-The-Sea may take two years or more to complete. It includes purchasing land, designing a custom house plan, applying for permits, preparing the site, and then the construction phase begins. When you invest in a Harrod Built custom home, you’ll be collaborating with a knowledgeable builder whose design build services streamline the process, making it simpler and smoother, so you’ll have peace of mind knowing your project and its timeline are well managed.

The Harrod Built portfolio of custom homes includes modern, Mediterranean-inspired, and contemporary French styles, and other luxury options for you to choose from. Our approach focuses on building a home that integrates the features you value most. Our architects and designers collaborate with you to create the perfect home that reflects your individual taste and complements the charm of Carmel-By-The-Sea and the breathtaking views near the Pacific Ocean.