Now building · Santa Lucia Preserve, Carmel
Monterey County · Carmel Valley 93924
Custom Home Builders in Carmel Valley, CA
New custom homes on larger parcels, with wells, septic, slope and fire rules planned from the first site walk. We’re building a custom home in the nearby Santa Lucia Preserve now.
- LicensedCA License #986950
- Your teamMichael & Chris Harrod
- Now buildingSanta Lucia Preserve, Carmel
- OfficePaso Robles, about two hours away
Carmel Valley
Larger parcels, more sun, different challenges
Harrod Built is a family custom home builder led by brothers Michael and Chris Harrod. In Carmel Valley we build new custom homes and larger projects, usually with an architect our clients already trust.
Every Monterey County job is run by one of our project managers, or by Chris or Michael himself, with an update every week and usually a conversation every day.
What we build here
- New custom homes
- Guest houses as part of a larger project
- Larger remodels and additions
- Outdoor living with Paso Robles Landscaping
Now buildingNow building · Santa Lucia Preserve · Carmel
A custom home in the Preserve
A new custom home, now under construction. We’re working within the Preserve’s design review alongside Monterey County permitting.
These are progress photos from the build. We’ll add more as construction continues.
Building here
Building in Carmel Valley
Wells and septic
Many Carmel Valley properties rely on wells and septic systems, which Monterey County’s Environmental Health Bureau signs off on. They shape where the house can sit, so we look at them first.
Hillsides and access
Hillside lots bring grading, drainage and retaining walls, and long private roads affect how materials and crews get to the site.
Fire zones
Much of the valley and the surrounding hills are in mapped fire hazard severity zones: ember-resistant construction under Chapter 7A of the California Building Code, and defensible space around the house.
Plans and permits
Development is guided by the Carmel Valley Master Plan, and permits run through Monterey County Housing and Community Development.
More on building in Monterey CountyProcess
How the job runs
The same way we run every Harrod Built project: a licensed family team and one point of contact from start to finish.
- 01
One licensed family team
Harrod Built is run by brothers Michael and Chris Harrod (CSLB #986950). Michael is the licensed general contractor and stays involved from the first design conversation to the final walkthrough.
- 02
One point of contact
Chris runs the job day to day: the schedule, the subcontractors and the details. You always know who to call.
- 03
Permits and pre-construction
Our team handles the permit process, site prep and pre-construction logistics, and keeps you informed before ground is broken.
- 04
Updates, finishes, walkthrough
Regular updates through every phase, help with finish selections, and a final walkthrough before handover, backed by our warranty.
Do you build in Carmel Valley?
Yes. Carmel Valley is part of our Monterey County service area, and we’re currently building a custom home in the Santa Lucia Preserve in Carmel.
How long does a custom home in Carmel Valley take?
Plan on design and permitting first, then construction. For a larger custom home the whole path can take two years or more. We give you a realistic schedule once we’ve seen the site and know which approvals apply.
Can you look at a lot before we buy it?
Yes, and it’s free. We’ll walk the property with you and talk through access, slope, water, septic and the likely permit path while you can still walk away.
Do you take on remodels here?
In Monterey County we focus on new custom homes and larger projects. Smaller remodels we keep closer to home in San Luis Obispo County.
Where we build
Nearby in Monterey County
Custom homes across the Peninsula and the valley.
- Carmel Valley
- Carmel-by-the-Sea
- Monterey
- Pacific Grove
- Pebble Beach
- Salinas
- Del Monte Forest
- Del Rey Oaks
Start your project
Building in Carmel Valley? Tell us about your project.
A few details help us call you back with useful answers about budget, schedule and permits.
805.712.8993michael@harrodbuilt.com
1345 Riverside Ave, Paso Robles, CA 93446
CA License #986950
