Testimonials from Homeowners
& Neighbor Feedback

“You better allow an extra 3 months to have your house built.” I heard that one a lot. “Construction always goes 10-20% over budget.” I heard that one a lot too. “All builders build way too many houses at one time, so you never hear from them.” Yes, I heard that a bunch of times too. All I can say to those people is that THEY should have hired Chuck Sullivan Homes to build their custom home. That is why I am already living in my wonderful new custom home, while others are still in the middle of their construction.

Chuck Sullivan is in a class by himself when it comes to custom home builders in the Bethesda/Chevy Chase area. I was so impressed by the organization and commitment to my project from the start. He walked me thru every detail (big and small) of our house, making the decision making process fast and easy. Everything was handled by Chuck personally; from obtaining permits, to dealing with the County inspectors and communicating with the architect and subcontractors. His advice with construction costs and building material recycling programs saved us money. It is clear that Chuck takes tremendous pride in his craft.

Oh, and by the way; to give you the answers to the concerns at the beginning of this testimonial: Our house was completed 6 weeks AHEAD of schedule. Our house was completed at a cost 5% UNDER budget, and Chuck returned all of my calls the same day. That is yet another benefit of choosing Chuck Sullivan Homes; they only build one home at a time. Thus, that one home gets 100% of their attention, and it shows in the final product. There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that Chuck Sullivan provides the best value possible in custom home building.

Eric & Alicia, Bethesda Homeowners
February 2008

I was simply amazed at the speed of construction. It was exciting to watch how much progress was made each day. Chuck Sullivan Homes employed very professional subcontractors who worked diligently to complete the project in record breaking time. As I watched the workers they all checked and double-checked their workmanship which resulted in noticeable quality. What made this especially impressive was how the site was kept clean of trash the entire time. In what seemed like the blink of an eye, the new house was completed and our neighbors moved back in. Now it seems like the house has been here forever.

Chuck Sullivan provided me with his personal cell phone number in the event I had any concerns. In addition he installed a sign which allowed everyone reliable contact information. After a long drought we experienced a heavy downpour. We were concerned about the possibility of a drainage problem. We called Chuck Sullivan Homes on a Sunday and within an hour they came to the site and addressed our concern. Throughout the construction we received immediate response to all of our inquiries.

We purchased a Chuck Sullivan Home from the original owner in the spring of 2007. We love the design of the house and appreciate the attention to detail – especially the hand-made stair railings (naturally lit by a big skylight), dramatic windows, and the tri-view fireplace. It is obvious a great deal of thought went into the selection of the tile, oak flooring, and cherry kitchen cabinets. The owner’s suite has high ceilings, custom trim, separate closets, and a luxurious bathroom (with a large whirlpool tub and huge shower) providing a peaceful sanctuary.

Although we are not the original owners who purchased the home, Chuck Sullivan Homes continues to provide excellent warranty service. This house went through an original home inspection and a second home inspection. These detailed professional inspections verify that Chuck Sullivan Homes builds a solid and maintenance-free home. We would be more than pleased to serve as a client reference.

Dan and Rebecca, Bethesda Homeowners
December 2007

We appreciate the design elements you included to help your new home fit within the community, such as building a detached garage and increasing the minimum side yard setbacks to create more space between the houses. Your attention to all the details including providing adequate drainage was especially important to us.

- Bethesda Neighbor

Now we know that building a home does not have to be an unpleasant experience. After considering several builders, we hired Chuck Sullivan Homes to build our custom home and it was the best decision we made. No other builder was able to offer us the expertise, guidance and construction management skills that seamlessly moved us from design to move in. Not a day goes by that we don’t comment on the quality and beauty of our new home.

Your construction management skills are truly impressive. You cared more about the final results and the fine details than we did most days. Our favorite part was at the end of the project when we were walking through the house just before moving in. You told us how awkward it would be not to drive to our house every day since you had been here every day during construction. You said you had begun to think of our home as your own during building. We know this is true because it shows in every detail of the home. There were no corners cut.

At our request you also implemented design changes and suggested some construction techniques that protected the trees in our yard and our neighbor’s trees without causing any delay in the completion of our house. Saving these trees increased the value of our home and created a serene private outdoor setting.

You built our family a home that you would have built for your family. Thank you very much Chuck for your hard work, perseverance, attention to detail, dedication and love of building homes! Should anyone require a reference please have them contact us.

Chris and Megan, Bethesda Homeowners
July 2007

I especially want to thank you for trimming our trees to avoid damage to our mutual properties. Some of our trees were dangerously overhanging both homes and therefore subject to storm damage. You recognized this danger and acted quickly. Your prompt response in addressing this issue prevented any damage from occurring.

- Bethesda Neighbor

We have lived in the area for several years and wanted to purchase a home that better reflected our personal lifestyle. We conducted thorough research of our options, including touring many homes, and after careful consideration we selected a new home built by Chuck Sullivan Homes. By your attention to finish details, solid construction, and faithfulness to an architectural style, you created a beautiful unique home.

Prior to our home purchase, we hired an independent consultant to verify the quality of construction. We understood that we selected one of the most experienced and thorough inspectors in the Washington, DC area. Our inspector verified our high opinion of the construction of every facet of the house, stating, “Sometimes I’m lucky and get a quality house.”

Unlike so many of the builders in the area, we appreciate that you were able to save several large trees in our yard; your experience with careful site planning paid off. Now we own a beautiful new home that is architecturally compatible with our neighbors’ homes and includes a lush landscaped yard. Being so close to the Potomac water basin, it was important to us to maintain as much of the natural foliage as possible.

Several neighbors have complimented the folks from Chuck Sullivan Homes on your people skills and on your excellent responsiveness to issues that arise from the construction of a new home. Having had a markedly different experience with another builder I can tell you that it makes a world of difference in terms of how neighbors react to the new family on the block when the builders have been so professional in the months leading up to the move-in. We would be more than happy to be a reference for future clients.

Kurt and Donna, Cabin John Homeowners
December 2006
Winner of Custom Home Builder Award of Excellence 2007
Best Luxury Contemporary Speculative Home

During construction you were considerate in managing parking so that we would not be inconvenienced. Your focus on the small things meant a lot to us and created a spirit of cooperation. I especially applaud the design of your architecture so that it was compatible with the surrounding homes. Many builders would have built a house that had no relation to our community but you bravely went out of your way to match the style of the existing homes. We appreciate involving us in designing the landscaping and fencing between our properties to achieve a graceful transition.

– Cabin John Neighbor

It has been a pleasure being one of your homeowners. The house you designed is both practical and innovative. We enjoy the combined dining room / living room which have allowed us to use this flexible space in accordance with our needs. The placement of the niches, fireplaces, and built-in spaces provide great opportunities for interior design. Every room has a unique quality to it. We have had fun decorating our home and your design was inspiring.

The quality of construction is excellent. From the custom trim to the extraordinary stair railing, the house includes details of craftsmanship not often seen in this price range. We appreciate the solid and beautiful workmanship exhibited throughout the house.

Good luck with your business. From settlement through warranty, Chuck Sullivan Homes has proven to be a high-quality builder. Should you ever need a reference, please feel free to provide a copy of this letter.

Ellen, Bethesda Homeowner
July 2006
Winner of Custom Home Builder Award of Excellence 2007
Best Luxury Transitional Speculative Home

Although it is never convenient for neighbors to endure construction activity, your personal involvement helped create a friendly relationship in which I felt comfortable discussing any concern that arose.

- Bethesda Neighbor