Client Testimonials for Meridian Homes

Learn about our clients’ experiences.

What is it like to collaborate with Meridian to bring to life a new luxury residence or remodel an existing home? These clients know, and we are proud to share their gracious comments. Their spectacular homes are among the ones featured in our Portfolio.

We strongly recommended Meridian Homes to all of our friends and family!

We recently had the good fortune of purchasing a home built by Meridian Homes. We could not have been more pleased with the quality of the build, the wonderful design choices, the layout of the home, and especially the service provided by Meridian Homes. Jonathan and his team has been incredibly easy to deal with, extremely personable and friendly, and someone we have truly enjoyed working with throughout the process. We would not hesitate to use them in the future for a future build and have strongly recommended Meridian Homes to all of our friends and family!

-BP

Meridian Homes Inc.
2023-03-03T06:34:47-07:00

-BP

We recently had the good fortune of purchasing a home built by Meridian Homes. We could not have been more pleased with the quality of the build, the wonderful design choices, the layout of the home, and especially the service provided by Meridian Homes. Jonathan and his team has been incredibly easy to deal with, extremely personable and friendly, and someone we have truly enjoyed working with throughout the process. We would not hesitate to use them in the future for a future build and have strongly recommended Meridian Homes to all of our friends and family!

Meridian’s quality of work is terrific.

We have used Meridian Homes for renovations since we moved in 2 years ago. One major renovation was the creation of a garage gym, that required lowering the concrete floor as well as creation of a downstairs home office that required the construction of a staircase to access a downstairs bedroom. In my mind renovations that required outside of the box thinking. Michael was fantastic with understanding what we visualized and was able to visualize a plan when there was only a problem without a solution. The estimates were very accurate. His team is fantastic- from the project managers to the in-house labor to subcontractors. Our dogs were always happy to see them as was our daughter (she was sad when the job was finished).

They probably don’t want me setting this expectation, but when we had some plumbing emergencies, Michael and his guys were there to help fix the problem that day- help diagnose the issue and provide guidance on what we needed to do immediately to minimize the water damage. He also was able to tell us what we needed to do immediately to restore the house to its normal state- given his experience with these types of issues previously.

Meridian’s quality of work is terrific. Although this did not happen frequently, there was no fear to redo something if it was not done to Michael and his team’s standards. They did an excellent job and did not require any micromanaging on our part. The team is meticulous in terms of daily clean-up and preparation for the job… There wasn’t a tool scrap or piece of dust left by the end of the job.

Were they the cheapest contractors in the area? No, but in my experience in this area, you get what you pay for. They are by far the best in terms of execution, no hassle, easy to work with, great outcomes, etc. We will not use anyone but them in the future for further renovations, repairs, or when it is time to build a house.

-Mathieu and Lenka Glassman

Meridian Homes Inc.
2023-02-01T09:30:20-07:00

-Mathieu and Lenka Glassman

We have used Meridian Homes for renovations since we moved in 2 years ago. One major renovation was the creation of a garage gym, that required lowering the concrete floor as well as creation of a downstairs home office that required the construction of a staircase to access a downstairs bedroom. In my mind renovations that required outside of the box thinking. Michael was fantastic with understanding what we visualized and was able to visualize a plan when there was only a problem without a solution. The estimates were very accurate. His team is fantastic- from the project managers to the in-house labor to subcontractors. Our dogs were always happy to see them as was our daughter (she was sad when the job was finished). They probably don’t want me setting this expectation, but when we had some plumbing emergencies, Michael and his guys were there to help fix the problem that day- help diagnose the issue and provide guidance on what we needed to do immediately to minimize the water damage. He also was able to tell us what we needed to do immediately to restore the house to its normal state- given his experience with these types of issues previously. Meridian’s quality of work is terrific. Although this did not happen frequently, there was no fear to redo something if it was not done to Michael and his team’s standards. They did an excellent job and did not require any micromanaging on our part. The team is meticulous in terms of daily clean-up and preparation for the job… There wasn’t a tool scrap or piece of dust left by the end of the job. Were they the cheapest contractors in the area? No, but in my experience in this area, you get what you pay for. They are…

We are so thrilled with Meridian Homes and our beautiful renovations!

We are so thrilled with Meridian Homes and our beautiful renovations! After our original contractor quit on our project before construction began, we met with Michael Lerner. From the first conversation, Michael put us at ease, answered all of our questions, and communicated honestly about expectations. We trusted Michael’s knowledge and expertise in making decisions about various parts of the project. Michael even accompanied us in choosing fixtures and countertops and gave great advice. Throughout the planning and renovation process, Michael and our project manager, Carter, adapted seamlessly to changes and communicated promptly at every stage. Every worker and subcontractor was professional and polite. As we lived in our home during construction, the crews all cleaned well at the end of each day. Meridian largely completed our project weeks earlier than expected. Follow-up for punch-out items has been great. Best of all, we love our “new” first floor and are grateful for the outstanding work by Meridian.

-Jeff and Wendi

Meridian Homes Inc.
2023-02-01T15:20:56-07:00

-Jeff and Wendi

We are so thrilled with Meridian Homes and our beautiful renovations! After our original contractor quit on our project before construction began, we met with Michael Lerner. From the first conversation, Michael put us at ease, answered all of our questions, and communicated honestly about expectations. We trusted Michael’s knowledge and expertise in making decisions about various parts of the project. Michael even accompanied us in choosing fixtures and countertops and gave great advice. Throughout the planning and renovation process, Michael and our project manager, Carter, adapted seamlessly to changes and communicated promptly at every stage. Every worker and subcontractor was professional and polite. As we lived in our home during construction, the crews all cleaned well at the end of each day. Meridian largely completed our project weeks earlier than expected. Follow-up for punch-out items has been great. Best of all, we love our “new” first floor and are grateful for the outstanding work by Meridian.

We would recommend Meridian to anyone searching for a custom homebuilder.

Our journey with Meridian Homes started when we began interviewing a handful of local homebuilders prior to even finding a lot on which to build. We found in Meridian Homes a homebuilder with a longstanding and excellent reputation in the market, who offered a very personalized experience, and who cared deeply about the quality of their product.

From the outset, we felt at ease with the company’s co-founder, Michael Lerner, who spent considerable time with us searching for the right location in which to build. Our search led us to numerous vacant lots and tear-down homes for sale. Michael was very honest in his assessment of each opportunity we brought to him, offering us his opinions on each site’s selling points and/or shortcomings. We finally found a tear-down home in a great location, and with Michael’s enthusiastic approval, we moved forward with buying it.

Having never been through the process of knocking down an existing home and building a new one, we needed guidance. Meridian Homes went out of their way to assist us in closing on the existing home, arranging construction financing, employing a deconstruction firm to capture tax benefits, and selecting an architect. Meridian met jointly with our architect on numerous occasions to make sure our new home had the features and floorplan that we desired, while oftentimes coming up with creative, cost-effective solutions with our architect to keep us within our budget.

As the process unfolded, we felt fortunate to have chosen Meridian. They really do put quality of construction first and foremost and were transparent in their recordkeeping at every step of the way.  Meridian was also especially helpful in prioritizing the decisions we needed to make at any point in time, which brought us peace of mind in what could have been a stressful endeavor. Following the completion of our new home, Meridian remained very much involved in making sure we were satisfied with the finished product.

Seeing how much pride they take in making sure the product exceeds their customers’ expectations really validated our decision to choose Meridian Homes. We would recommend Meridian to anyone searching for a custom homebuilder. Their service, attention to detail, and passion for building high quality homes are second to none. We absolutely love our new home!!

-Jeff and Rowena Randall

Meridian Homes Inc.
2022-06-08T07:37:27-06:00

-Jeff and Rowena Randall

Our journey with Meridian Homes started when we began interviewing a handful of local homebuilders prior to even finding a lot on which to build. We found in Meridian Homes a homebuilder with a longstanding and excellent reputation in the market, who offered a very personalized experience, and who cared deeply about the quality of their product. From the outset, we felt at ease with the company’s co-founder, Michael Lerner, who spent considerable time with us searching for the right location in which to build. Our search led us to numerous vacant lots and tear-down homes for sale. Michael was very honest in his assessment of each opportunity we brought to him, offering us his opinions on each site’s selling points and/or shortcomings. We finally found a tear-down home in a great location, and with Michael’s enthusiastic approval, we moved forward with buying it. Having never been through the process of knocking down an existing home and building a new one, we needed guidance. Meridian Homes went out of their way to assist us in closing on the existing home, arranging construction financing, employing a deconstruction firm to capture tax benefits, and selecting an architect. Meridian met jointly with our architect on numerous occasions to make sure our new home had the features and floorplan that we desired, while oftentimes coming up with creative, cost-effective solutions with our architect to keep us within our budget. As the process unfolded, we felt fortunate to have chosen Meridian. They really do put quality of construction first and foremost and were transparent in their recordkeeping at every step of the way.  Meridian was also especially helpful in prioritizing the decisions we needed to make at any point in time, which brought us peace of mind in what could have been a stressful endeavor….

Our whole family is super happy with our well-built and beautiful home.

Our whole family is super happy with our well-built and beautiful home; we couldn’t be more satisfied with Jonathan’s responsiveness and that of his crew.

-SK

Meridian Homes Inc.
2021-02-01T11:55:20-07:00

-SK

Our whole family is super happy with our well-built and beautiful home; we couldn’t be more satisfied with Jonathan’s responsiveness and that of his crew.

The Meridian team was professional, prompt, courteous and thorough.

From the first meeting to discuss our project until the last day of work, Meridian Homes was fantastic. Jon Lerner and his team are the consummate professionals. Renovations are usually difficult, at best, but our wine cellar project proved to be enjoyable. The Meridian team was professional, prompt, courteous and thorough. Our project was done on time and under budget. We are thrilled with the results. We enthusiastically recommend Meridian as a superb contractor. We will definitely use them for future projects. A toast to Meridian for a job well done!

-M & D

Meridian Homes Inc.
2018-07-26T12:21:19-06:00

-M & D

From the first meeting to discuss our project until the last day of work, Meridian Homes was fantastic. Jon Lerner and his team are the consummate professionals. Renovations are usually difficult, at best, but our wine cellar project proved to be enjoyable. The Meridian team was professional, prompt, courteous and thorough. Our project was done on time and under budget. We are thrilled with the results. We enthusiastically recommend Meridian as a superb contractor. We will definitely use them for future projects. A toast to Meridian for a job well done!

The follow through with the company is fantastic!

We absolutely love our new home!!!! The craftsmanship and the finishes are excellent. The follow through with the company is fantastic! Highly recommend Meridian Homes builders.

-Cheryl Slane

Meridian Homes Inc.
2018-07-19T08:44:30-06:00

-Cheryl Slane

We absolutely love our new home!!!! The craftsmanship and the finishes are excellent. The follow through with the company is fantastic! Highly recommend Meridian Homes builders.

Choosing Meridian Homes was the best thing we could have done.

Choosing Meridian Homes was the best thing we could have done when we decided to do a complete renovation/gut job on the older home we acquired. My wife and I had heard nightmares from other couples about working with builders and how we would likely walk away from the experience scarred. That’s the complete opposite of our experience with Michael and the rest of the team at Meridian. We are now clients for life and highly recommend them to anyone who wants to turn their dream home into reality.

There are so many things that I could share that makes this team special. I will just highlight a few…

– their relationships with contractors are very strong and as a result it helps you, the end client. If something isn’t done right the first time, Meridian and the contractor figure it out and work seamlessly together behind the scenes to make it right. I think contractors understand that if they don’t do a good job on Meridian jobs it will have negative consequences for them down the road in terms of new job opportunities.

– experience matters in the world of construction. I would venture to guess that there aren’t many things the team at Meridian hasn’t seen before. As a result, they are able to anticipate challenges and devise strategies upfront to avoid or figure the right solution. In the case with our home, we had to work around concrete floors and walls with the existing structure. This had material implications on our HVAC system, lighting, electrical, etc. Not many teams could have worked around this challenge as easily as they did.

– the customer service was indeed concierge level as advertised. The Project Manager, was available to us 24/7. He went above and beyond and was actually the one pushing us on some matters to make sure we had made selections in time and avoid any unnecessary delays.

– Meridian has the right feel of a small business mixed with the processes/structure of a larger organization. It seems like this is another byproduct of having the experience in building that this team does that required them to make sure that their own infrastructure was as strong as the homes they were building.

In closing, thank you to Michael and the rest of the team for your hard work. We are fortunate to have worked with you.

-Max Meltzer

Meridian Homes Inc.
2018-07-01T14:25:45-06:00

-Max Meltzer

Choosing Meridian Homes was the best thing we could have done when we decided to do a complete renovation/gut job on the older home we acquired. My wife and I had heard nightmares from other couples about working with builders and how we would likely walk away from the experience scarred. That’s the complete opposite of our experience with Michael and the rest of the team at Meridian. We are now clients for life and highly recommend them to anyone who wants to turn their dream home into reality. There are so many things that I could share that makes this team special. I will just highlight a few… – their relationships with contractors are very strong and as a result it helps you, the end client. If something isn’t done right the first time, Meridian and the contractor figure it out and work seamlessly together behind the scenes to make it right. I think contractors understand that if they don’t do a good job on Meridian jobs it will have negative consequences for them down the road in terms of new job opportunities. – experience matters in the world of construction. I would venture to guess that there aren’t many things the team at Meridian hasn’t seen before. As a result, they are able to anticipate challenges and devise strategies upfront to avoid or figure the right solution. In the case with our home, we had to work around concrete floors and walls with the existing structure. This had material implications on our HVAC system, lighting, electrical, etc. Not many teams could have worked around this challenge as easily as they did. – the customer service was indeed concierge level as advertised. The Project Manager, was available to us 24/7. He went above and beyond and was actually the…

Building a new home with Meridian was an all-around great experience.

Building a new home with Meridian was an all-around great experience. We appreciated their design expertise, attention to detail, well-executed craftsmanship, and personal touch. Our project manager and carpenter are still available for any questions, issues and follow up our house–or we–need. Their customer care was absolutely outstanding from the start and hasn’t ended yet.

We hadn’t being planning on building a home, but when we found a great property, we knew we needed a builder that would be mindful of our family’s needs, budget and sense of style. We also wanted a company that we could work with on a daily basis, staffed with good people that we could trust and had our best interests in mind.


From day one, Meridian was that team. Michael, the President, gave us good advice about the property we were purchasing, and how to navigate deconstructing the existing house. When he could tell we weren’t thrilled by the ready-made house plans on offer, he brought in an architect who really listened to us, took into account how we live and how we wanted to use our new space. When we shared ideas, we felt listened to, not railroaded into things that were better for them.

The Meridian staff is wonderful. The office staff professionally and efficiently handled issues with the County, WSSC, Pepco, our lender and others. Our project manager was superb. He was patient through long meetings at tile shops, cabinetry, plumbing & lighting stores, etc. He kept me mindful of deadlines for selections, managed appointments and offered solid advice along the way.

When I didn’t appreciate how pushy a subcontractor was about some elements he “just knew” we needed to install, my concerns weren’t pushed aside or downplayed. The answer was: we will get someone else. I was listened to, and repeatedly told “we want you to be happy.”

When our house was finished, the owner and project manager walked the house with a far more detailed eye than I (and I live for minutia) and told me “if it’s not perfect, you tell us”. And they have meant it. As issues have come up, I know our carpenter and project manager are just a phone call or text away. Everything we have come across has been dealt with promptly and well.

We are loving our new home; it is perfect for us. We aren’t racing to build anytime soon, but if we were, we would use Meridian again in a heartbeat.

– Annette Gatten

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-08-23T14:55:15-06:00

– Annette Gatten

Building a new home with Meridian was an all-around great experience. We appreciated their design expertise, attention to detail, well-executed craftsmanship, and personal touch. Our project manager and carpenter are still available for any questions, issues and follow up our house–or we–need. Their customer care was absolutely outstanding from the start and hasn’t ended yet. We hadn’t being planning on building a home, but when we found a great property, we knew we needed a builder that would be mindful of our family’s needs, budget and sense of style. We also wanted a company that we could work with on a daily basis, staffed with good people that we could trust and had our best interests in mind. From day one, Meridian was that team. Michael, the President, gave us good advice about the property we were purchasing, and how to navigate deconstructing the existing house. When he could tell we weren’t thrilled by the ready-made house plans on offer, he brought in an architect who really listened to us, took into account how we live and how we wanted to use our new space. When we shared ideas, we felt listened to, not railroaded into things that were better for them. The Meridian staff is wonderful. The office staff professionally and efficiently handled issues with the County, WSSC, Pepco, our lender and others. Our project manager was superb. He was patient through long meetings at tile shops, cabinetry, plumbing & lighting stores, etc. He kept me mindful of deadlines for selections, managed appointments and offered solid advice along the way. When I didn’t appreciate how pushy a subcontractor was about some elements he “just knew” we needed to install, my concerns weren’t pushed aside or downplayed. The answer was: we will get someone else. I was listened to, and…

Meridian is a fantastic home builder and renovation company.

Meridian is a fantastic home builder and renovation company. About a year ago we interviewed a couple of builders to build a custom home. We chose Meridian based on their professionalism, responsiveness, and impressive portfolio.

The Project Designer was our main contact throughout the process. He was very organized, provided great design input, and made the process appear easy. He broke down each process step by step in an organized fashion and gave us a heads up on what to expect next. As we had no experience building a home before, this hand-holding was very comforting.

We are very pleased with the house they built for us. It exceeded our expectation in terms of quality and function. The Lead Carpenter has high expectations of his work and is very detail oriented. He was quick to point out any needed improvements or adjustments during the process and worked expeditiously, and the house was delivered ahead of schedule in mint condition. The craftsmanship that the entire crew demonstrated was excellent. Even after the delivery of the house, they continue to help us beautify our house and check on us to see if there is anything we need.

Michael and Jonathan who are the Principals of the company are very personable, and really know how to hire good people. Even the staff who were working more behind the scenes appear to be very efficient at what they do to help the work move forward. In all, we are very glad we hired Meridian to build our home.

– Custom Home Client in Bethesda

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-07-26T15:05:43-06:00

– Custom Home Client in Bethesda

Meridian is a fantastic home builder and renovation company. About a year ago we interviewed a couple of builders to build a custom home. We chose Meridian based on their professionalism, responsiveness, and impressive portfolio. The Project Designer was our main contact throughout the process. He was very organized, provided great design input, and made the process appear easy. He broke down each process step by step in an organized fashion and gave us a heads up on what to expect next. As we had no experience building a home before, this hand-holding was very comforting. We are very pleased with the house they built for us. It exceeded our expectation in terms of quality and function. The Lead Carpenter has high expectations of his work and is very detail oriented. He was quick to point out any needed improvements or adjustments during the process and worked expeditiously, and the house was delivered ahead of schedule in mint condition. The craftsmanship that the entire crew demonstrated was excellent. Even after the delivery of the house, they continue to help us beautify our house and check on us to see if there is anything we need. Michael and Jonathan who are the Principals of the company are very personable, and really know how to hire good people. Even the staff who were working more behind the scenes appear to be very efficient at what they do to help the work move forward. In all, we are very glad we hired Meridian to build our home.

Safe to say if we had to do the whole process over again on another project we would hire Meridian Homes in a second.

We hired Meridian Homes, Inc. to complete an entire renovation of our condominium in order to update an extremely outdated unit into a modern day living space. Meridian came highly recommended from a family friend, and they did not disappoint.

We desired a swift renovation from design planning through completion of construction, and Meridian met the expectations in all facets and then some. The project manager was extremely knowledgeable and responsive to all communications, and the group as a whole made the unit look as if it came out of a magazine. Safe to say if we had to do the whole process over again on another project we would hire Meridian Homes in a second.

– Benjamin Marks

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-30T06:25:21-06:00

– Benjamin Marks

We hired Meridian Homes, Inc. to complete an entire renovation of our condominium in order to update an extremely outdated unit into a modern day living space. Meridian came highly recommended from a family friend, and they did not disappoint. We desired a swift renovation from design planning through completion of construction, and Meridian met the expectations in all facets and then some. The project manager was extremely knowledgeable and responsive to all communications, and the group as a whole made the unit look as if it came out of a magazine. Safe to say if we had to do the whole process over again on another project we would hire Meridian Homes in a second.

We have been in our new place for 5 months now and absolutely love it!

We would like to share our great experience of building a new house with Meridian Homes. We have been in our new place for 5 months now and absolutely love it! The entire experience was so positive that we would definitely work with this wonderful builder again and recommend them to everyone.

Both of us were initially hesitant of building instead of buying a home. We were concerned that building would turn into a very stressful full time job. But when we met and talked to Michael, the President of Meridian Homes, we changed our mind.

Construction started in November. While typically building a house during winter in the Washington DC area is not a big deal, the winter of our construction project turned out to be very rough, with many snowstorms, weather-caused delays, with days and days when nothing could possibly be done. However, despite everything, the house was completed on time.

Michael’s management of subcontractors is superb. The quality of work is very high and Meridian’s focus on customer satisfaction is paramount. We get a lot of compliments on the house from friends and random passersby. We will definitely build with Meridian Homes again.

— Natalia & Viktor K

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T14:10:01-06:00

— Natalia & Viktor K

We would like to share our great experience of building a new house with Meridian Homes. We have been in our new place for 5 months now and absolutely love it! The entire experience was so positive that we would definitely work with this wonderful builder again and recommend them to everyone. Both of us were initially hesitant of building instead of buying a home. We were concerned that building would turn into a very stressful full time job. But when we met and talked to Michael, the President of Meridian Homes, we changed our mind. Construction started in November. While typically building a house during winter in the Washington DC area is not a big deal, the winter of our construction project turned out to be very rough, with many snowstorms, weather-caused delays, with days and days when nothing could possibly be done. However, despite everything, the house was completed on time. Michael’s management of subcontractors is superb. The quality of work is very high and Meridian’s focus on customer satisfaction is paramount. We get a lot of compliments on the house from friends and random passersby. We will definitely build with Meridian Homes again.

I can honestly tell you I LOVE my new house.

After a lengthy and exhausting home search, I can honestly tell you I LOVE my new house. I’m very pleased I chose Meridian Homes. Throughout the buying process, and even more importantly after my purchase, Jonathan Lerner and the staff at Meridian Homes have been professional, responsive, and quite pleasant to work with. What impressed me the most about Meridian is their responsiveness, integrity, and follow through. They stand by their work, and truly believe in customer service. They don’t just say the words. Whether you’re considering building a custom home or undertaking a renovation, I would highly recommend you work with Meridian Homes. In fact, I have already passed their contact information to many friends and colleagues.

— Ian Davis

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T14:09:13-06:00

— Ian Davis

After a lengthy and exhausting home search, I can honestly tell you I LOVE my new house. I’m very pleased I chose Meridian Homes. Throughout the buying process, and even more importantly after my purchase, Jonathan Lerner and the staff at Meridian Homes have been professional, responsive, and quite pleasant to work with. What impressed me the most about Meridian is their responsiveness, integrity, and follow through. They stand by their work, and truly believe in customer service. They don’t just say the words. Whether you’re considering building a custom home or undertaking a renovation, I would highly recommend you work with Meridian Homes. In fact, I have already passed their contact information to many friends and colleagues.

The work finished on time, and on budget.

We were referred to Michael Lerner at Meridian Homes by a colleague of mine who couldn’t stop raving about Michael and the wonderful experience she had with Meridian when they renovated her townhouse.  Too good to be true?  Well, no, turned out to be very accurate.  We added a screened in porch to the back of our house.  Even though this was a relatively small job, Michael could not have been more attentive.  During our first meeting he listened closely to what we wanted, made suggestions when we didn’t know what we wanted and provided us with a detailed written proposal in a short period of time.  I did not have that experience with some of the other contractors we talked with.

The work started on time.  Michael was there every day to make sure the carpenters and other staff understood what needed to happen.  It didn’t all go perfectly, but when a problem arose, it was quickly rectified.  It was amazing to me how many of the sub-contractors who work with Meridian spontaneously spoke about how much they liked working for Michael because of his integrity and honesty. The work finished on time, and on budget.   We love the finished product and have no hesitation recommending Meridian to others.  From start to finish the project went well and I learned to trust that when things weren’t quite right they would be corrected.  Too good to be true?  Not in this case.

— Margaret Hadley

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T14:08:18-06:00

— Margaret Hadley

We were referred to Michael Lerner at Meridian Homes by a colleague of mine who couldn’t stop raving about Michael and the wonderful experience she had with Meridian when they renovated her townhouse.  Too good to be true?  Well, no, turned out to be very accurate.  We added a screened in porch to the back of our house.  Even though this was a relatively small job, Michael could not have been more attentive.  During our first meeting he listened closely to what we wanted, made suggestions when we didn’t know what we wanted and provided us with a detailed written proposal in a short period of time.  I did not have that experience with some of the other contractors we talked with. The work started on time.  Michael was there every day to make sure the carpenters and other staff understood what needed to happen.  It didn’t all go perfectly, but when a problem arose, it was quickly rectified.  It was amazing to me how many of the sub-contractors who work with Meridian spontaneously spoke about how much they liked working for Michael because of his integrity and honesty. The work finished on time, and on budget.   We love the finished product and have no hesitation recommending Meridian to others.  From start to finish the project went well and I learned to trust that when things weren’t quite right they would be corrected.  Too good to be true?  Not in this case.

We are very happy with the quality of workmanship.

We were delighted with the professional quality of Meridian’s services. Your team was always responsive and courteous and went out of their way to ensure that our needs were met. Meridian worked closely with our architect to anticipate issues and deal with them in a timely manner. Our home was built in record time and we are very happy with the quality of workmanship.

— Sona Varma

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T14:07:37-06:00

— Sona Varma

We were delighted with the professional quality of Meridian’s services. Your team was always responsive and courteous and went out of their way to ensure that our needs were met. Meridian worked closely with our architect to anticipate issues and deal with them in a timely manner. Our home was built in record time and we are very happy with the quality of workmanship.

No house can stay new forever, but ours will undoubtedly age gracefully on account of its good bones.

Our home turns four this month, so I’m celebrating by telling its creators at Meridian Homes how much we respect the craftsmanship and architectural wisdom that went into building it. From the moment we were first welcomed into Meridian’s offices to the present day, we’ve had many occasions to appreciate the entire company’s attentive service and dedication to getting things right.

As we watched our house go up, with all the excitement — and anxiety, too — that process brings on, Meridian’s knowledgeable staff, were always on call to explain the next steps and offer assistance, saving us money wherever they could and sharing ideas from their other projects to help with our decisions. The job super and I spoke almost daily, while others at Meridian also checked in frequently and tracked our progress.

Work proceeded on schedule and, when it didn’t, we always knew why and how things would be righted. When we worked with Meridian-recommended subcontractors (on landscaping, for example), Meridian co-owner Michael Lerner looked on like a sharp uncle, making sure his people gave us their best deal.

After handing us the keys, Meridian didn’t disappear. Far from it: I will never forget a cell phone call we received about two years ago, while away on vacation during a spate of torrential rains and flooding here in Bethesda. It was Michael Lerner, offering to make sure our basement was dry and bring over his pumping equipment if it wasn’t. We were lucky on the water that time, but even luckier to know we could count on a builder who has our back.

As to Meridian’s construction expertise, I can’t count the number of silent nods I’ve given to the thought and experience that went into our home’s layout, conveniences and little comfort touches, from basement to roof. The expansive floor plan, for instance, earns my approval whenever we host a party, as it seems to work equally well for a catered benefit or a muddy soccer team bash. When we’re bathed in afternoon light as we sit by a fire and watch a football game, I appreciate the wisdom of situating the family room and kitchen in the sunny back of the house.

Even more often, I give thanks for our awesome mudroom and its many uses. On nuts and bolts, too, Meridian offered sound advice, from wiring to plumbing to the central vac we installed, for which Michael suggested a garage outlet. (My cars thank him!)

No house can stay new forever, but ours will undoubtedly age gracefully on account of its good bones. I thank the Lerners and Meridian Homes for that and for all the good feelings that went into building and maintaining it.

— Mandy Katz

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T14:06:54-06:00

— Mandy Katz

Our home turns four this month, so I’m celebrating by telling its creators at Meridian Homes how much we respect the craftsmanship and architectural wisdom that went into building it. From the moment we were first welcomed into Meridian’s offices to the present day, we’ve had many occasions to appreciate the entire company’s attentive service and dedication to getting things right. As we watched our house go up, with all the excitement — and anxiety, too — that process brings on, Meridian’s knowledgeable staff, were always on call to explain the next steps and offer assistance, saving us money wherever they could and sharing ideas from their other projects to help with our decisions. The job super and I spoke almost daily, while others at Meridian also checked in frequently and tracked our progress. Work proceeded on schedule and, when it didn’t, we always knew why and how things would be righted. When we worked with Meridian-recommended subcontractors (on landscaping, for example), Meridian co-owner Michael Lerner looked on like a sharp uncle, making sure his people gave us their best deal. After handing us the keys, Meridian didn’t disappear. Far from it: I will never forget a cell phone call we received about two years ago, while away on vacation during a spate of torrential rains and flooding here in Bethesda. It was Michael Lerner, offering to make sure our basement was dry and bring over his pumping equipment if it wasn’t. We were lucky on the water that time, but even luckier to know we could count on a builder who has our back. As to Meridian’s construction expertise, I can’t count the number of silent nods I’ve given to the thought and experience that went into our home’s layout, conveniences and little comfort touches, from basement to roof….

In my opinion, you guys richly deserve all the ‘best builder’ accolades.

This is a quick note to acknowledge our great appreciation in the service provided by you and your team.  We had a few mishaps along the way (thankfully we remained completely dry despite all the rain over the past few days!), and Meridian always responded with alacrity and consummate professionalism.  It was easy for us to remain calm knowing that we were in good hands.  In my opinion, you guys richly deserve all the ‘best builder’ accolades.

Look forward to seeing you around the neighborhood!

— Scott Allen

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:59:32-06:00

— Scott Allen

This is a quick note to acknowledge our great appreciation in the service provided by you and your team.  We had a few mishaps along the way (thankfully we remained completely dry despite all the rain over the past few days!), and Meridian always responded with alacrity and consummate professionalism.  It was easy for us to remain calm knowing that we were in good hands.  In my opinion, you guys richly deserve all the ‘best builder’ accolades. Look forward to seeing you around the neighborhood!

The team at Meridian Homes guided us through the entire process of building a custom home.

We are writing this letter to recommend Meridian Homes for their outstanding, highly professional work.  The team at Meridian Homes guided us through the entire process of building a custom home – from conferences with the architect, to the complex permitting requirements for our residential bridge, through the interior and landscaping details required to finish the job.  Where the inevitable difficulties did arise, we were always pleased with the Meridian’s good faith, responsiveness and professionalism.

As a two-career family who welcomed the arrival of our third child during this process, we were particularly appreciative of the flexibility, patience and good humor of the Meridian staff.

Most importantly, the house that Meridian built for us is extraordinary. The workmanship and materials are of very high quality, and the attention to detail is often remarked upon by our family and friends.

In short, we are very pleased by the quality of Meridian’s work and the standard of their service, and highly recommended them to anyone looking to build a home in the area.

— Claudia and David Sadoff

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:58:51-06:00

— Claudia and David Sadoff

We are writing this letter to recommend Meridian Homes for their outstanding, highly professional work.  The team at Meridian Homes guided us through the entire process of building a custom home – from conferences with the architect, to the complex permitting requirements for our residential bridge, through the interior and landscaping details required to finish the job.  Where the inevitable difficulties did arise, we were always pleased with the Meridian’s good faith, responsiveness and professionalism. As a two-career family who welcomed the arrival of our third child during this process, we were particularly appreciative of the flexibility, patience and good humor of the Meridian staff. Most importantly, the house that Meridian built for us is extraordinary. The workmanship and materials are of very high quality, and the attention to detail is often remarked upon by our family and friends. In short, we are very pleased by the quality of Meridian’s work and the standard of their service, and highly recommended them to anyone looking to build a home in the area.

It was a joy working with them all.

We are writing to tell you how pleased we are with our new Meridian home.  And we are not just talking about the finished product.  During the construction process your entire team, were very professional and earnestly addressed the problems we encountered.  It was a joy working with them all.

As for the finished product, we love our new home!  Friends and family who visit universally complement us on the design and workmanship.  With little embarrassment, we accept the compliments on your behalf.

Although the initial quality of our new home at the time of closing was very good, the most impressive aspect of our experience has been Meridians efforts to correct issues identified after closing.  Like many new homebuyers, we were apprehensive about the post-closing support we would receive.  Your crews have addressed all of our major concerns.

We have recommended, and will continue to recommend Meridian Homes to anyone considering building a home in the DC metro area.

— Marc and Sharon Lindsey

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:57:51-06:00

— Marc and Sharon Lindsey

We are writing to tell you how pleased we are with our new Meridian home.  And we are not just talking about the finished product.  During the construction process your entire team, were very professional and earnestly addressed the problems we encountered.  It was a joy working with them all. As for the finished product, we love our new home!  Friends and family who visit universally complement us on the design and workmanship.  With little embarrassment, we accept the compliments on your behalf. Although the initial quality of our new home at the time of closing was very good, the most impressive aspect of our experience has been Meridians efforts to correct issues identified after closing.  Like many new homebuyers, we were apprehensive about the post-closing support we would receive.  Your crews have addressed all of our major concerns. We have recommended, and will continue to recommend Meridian Homes to anyone considering building a home in the DC metro area.

The quality of workmanship and attention to detail in every aspect of our home continue to impress those who visit us.

As we begin the third year in our Meridian home in Cabin John, we’d like to extend our appreciation to you for a job well done.  The quality of workmanship and attention to detail in every aspect of our home continue to impress those who visit us, and the overall design meets our every need, particularly for entertaining and accommodating house guests.

We would especially like to thank your Project Manager and the office staff at Meridian,  for their efforts to ensure that our home met our every expectation.  They have always gone the extra mile, both during construction and afterward, to make certain that we kept informed of the progress being made, and that the finished house was exactly as we desired.  Our Project Manager was also very responsive to the very few and very minor problems we encountered since we moved in.  He is a  great guy to work with, always positive, and his dedication to us and our home was the most critical factor in making us satisfied Meridian homeowners.  So please extend our best compliments to the entire Meridian team.

We look forward to seeing you around the neighborhood.

— Daniele Grant and Robert Krahe

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:56:52-06:00

— Daniele Grant and Robert Krahe

As we begin the third year in our Meridian home in Cabin John, we’d like to extend our appreciation to you for a job well done.  The quality of workmanship and attention to detail in every aspect of our home continue to impress those who visit us, and the overall design meets our every need, particularly for entertaining and accommodating house guests. We would especially like to thank your Project Manager and the office staff at Meridian,  for their efforts to ensure that our home met our every expectation.  They have always gone the extra mile, both during construction and afterward, to make certain that we kept informed of the progress being made, and that the finished house was exactly as we desired.  Our Project Manager was also very responsive to the very few and very minor problems we encountered since we moved in.  He is a  great guy to work with, always positive, and his dedication to us and our home was the most critical factor in making us satisfied Meridian homeowners.  So please extend our best compliments to the entire Meridian team. We look forward to seeing you around the neighborhood.

It is little things like this that continue to remind us that we made the right decision in having Meridian Homes build our house.

Just a quick note to say Thank You for taking the time yesterday to call and remind me to make sure that we had the snow removed from around our downspouts. It is little things like this that continue to remind us that we made the right decision in having Meridian Homes build our house. We have been in the home for over three years and yet you continue to be there to answer questions and provide guidance when needed. Again, thank you, we love our home!

— Enos Fry

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:56:19-06:00

— Enos Fry

Just a quick note to say Thank You for taking the time yesterday to call and remind me to make sure that we had the snow removed from around our downspouts. It is little things like this that continue to remind us that we made the right decision in having Meridian Homes build our house. We have been in the home for over three years and yet you continue to be there to answer questions and provide guidance when needed. Again, thank you, we love our home!

Your joy at seeing our happiness made us feel as if we were your most important customers.

Thank you for building our family a wonderful home. It has surpassed our expectations in function and comfort. The experience of moving caused a lot of stress in our lives but all of you tempered that strain with your confidence and expertise. There was no problem that didn’t have a solution and no obstacle that couldn’t be tackled. Your encouragement made the process of building and making decisions exciting. You have all been approachable and available to assist us with any issues that arise and problems are handled in a timely manner. Your confidence in your product brought us peace of mind. Your joy at seeing our happiness made us feel as if we were your most important customers.

We are thrilled to be living in the home that has exceeded our dreams and we feel as if we have made lasting friends along the way. We can’t imagine a better home building experience. We have recommended your company to family and friends and will continue to do so.

Thanks again for all you have done for our family. We look forward to seeing each of you as our path cross in the future.

— Diane and Frank Filderman

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:55:49-06:00

— Diane and Frank Filderman

Thank you for building our family a wonderful home. It has surpassed our expectations in function and comfort. The experience of moving caused a lot of stress in our lives but all of you tempered that strain with your confidence and expertise. There was no problem that didn’t have a solution and no obstacle that couldn’t be tackled. Your encouragement made the process of building and making decisions exciting. You have all been approachable and available to assist us with any issues that arise and problems are handled in a timely manner. Your confidence in your product brought us peace of mind. Your joy at seeing our happiness made us feel as if we were your most important customers. We are thrilled to be living in the home that has exceeded our dreams and we feel as if we have made lasting friends along the way. We can’t imagine a better home building experience. We have recommended your company to family and friends and will continue to do so. Thanks again for all you have done for our family. We look forward to seeing each of you as our path cross in the future.

We hired Michael over 23 years ago to help us build our dream home.

We hired Michael over 23 years ago to help us build our dream home. It came with a lot of challenges; two structures, frozen land as soon as we started, well/septic, dirt road… But, he handled it all with professionalism and a sense of humor. He was exceptionally collaborative to make sure that the subs were acceptable to us and to him. It was a very long process as we were not in a hurry but Michael was very patient.

I don’t remember how we got his name but I do know that we could not have the magnificent home that we do with him.

Through the 23 years we have lived here we have called on him to help us with projects and, again, right here with professionals that we can trust. We cannot ask for more than that.

– S. Shinholser

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-07-26T15:18:33-06:00

– S. Shinholser

We hired Michael over 23 years ago to help us build our dream home. It came with a lot of challenges; two structures, frozen land as soon as we started, well/septic, dirt road… But, he handled it all with professionalism and a sense of humor. He was exceptionally collaborative to make sure that the subs were acceptable to us and to him. It was a very long process as we were not in a hurry but Michael was very patient. I don’t remember how we got his name but I do know that we could not have the magnificent home that we do with him. Through the 23 years we have lived here we have called on him to help us with projects and, again, right here with professionals that we can trust. We cannot ask for more than that.

The old adage, ‘quality, service and value’ has not been lost with your company.

I want to write this letter to thank you for the wonderful job Meridian did on remodeling our home. The workmanship is wonderful and the subsequent follow up has been great.

The old adage, ‘quality, service and value’ has not been lost with your company. Thanks again for providing professional, quality service to each and every detail to improve our home.

— Lawrence Bulman

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:55:15-06:00

— Lawrence Bulman

I want to write this letter to thank you for the wonderful job Meridian did on remodeling our home. The workmanship is wonderful and the subsequent follow up has been great. The old adage, ‘quality, service and value’ has not been lost with your company. Thanks again for providing professional, quality service to each and every detail to improve our home.

I found every step of the process to be clear, reasonable and you and your staff came though at every turn.

I want to thank you and your entire crew for the pain-free remodel of my home. I found every step of the process to be clear, reasonable and you and your staff came though at every turn. I am also delighted to have worked with you and a crew that is totally ethical. I truly value that as much as I value the excellent quality of the work.

The project came in on budget, on time and with a smile. Every question or concern that I had was handled promptly and without any indication that my questions may have been silly. I couldn’t ask for more.

As I have explained to some people who have asked about my experience, my project manager had the mantra “Fran we want you to be happy.” This was particularly apparent when, because of my poor decision, you all went the extra few miles and traded out a refrigerator (that you had originally advised me against buying) for one that works better in the space.

Everyone who worked on my home was professional, courteous, and skilled at his/her task. Most of my friends have been surprised that I have been so pleased – they all have ‘war stories’ about remodels that had problem. I simply have no complaints.

This was, indeed a problem free experience for me.

— Fran Zamore

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:54:38-06:00

— Fran Zamore

I want to thank you and your entire crew for the pain-free remodel of my home. I found every step of the process to be clear, reasonable and you and your staff came though at every turn. I am also delighted to have worked with you and a crew that is totally ethical. I truly value that as much as I value the excellent quality of the work. The project came in on budget, on time and with a smile. Every question or concern that I had was handled promptly and without any indication that my questions may have been silly. I couldn’t ask for more. As I have explained to some people who have asked about my experience, my project manager had the mantra “Fran we want you to be happy.” This was particularly apparent when, because of my poor decision, you all went the extra few miles and traded out a refrigerator (that you had originally advised me against buying) for one that works better in the space. Everyone who worked on my home was professional, courteous, and skilled at his/her task. Most of my friends have been surprised that I have been so pleased – they all have ‘war stories’ about remodels that had problem. I simply have no complaints. This was, indeed a problem free experience for me.

We are thrilled with the final product.

We loved working with Meridian Homes. Our project involved a 125 year old home that presented many unexpected surprises during the renovation project. Michael Lerner and his team, including our site manager, were incredibly responsive, creative, thoughtful in terms of budget and time considerations, and flexible. We very much appreciated the insight that Michael and our site manager brought to the job and the willingness to let us take the lead on some aspects of the project. The unique nature of the old home coupled with our 21st century expectations could have been an insurmountable challenge, but Meridian handled the whole project with professionalism and a desire to make us happy. We are thrilled with the final product.

— Susan and Adam Wegner

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:54:00-06:00

— Susan and Adam Wegner

We loved working with Meridian Homes. Our project involved a 125 year old home that presented many unexpected surprises during the renovation project. Michael Lerner and his team, including our site manager, were incredibly responsive, creative, thoughtful in terms of budget and time considerations, and flexible. We very much appreciated the insight that Michael and our site manager brought to the job and the willingness to let us take the lead on some aspects of the project. The unique nature of the old home coupled with our 21st century expectations could have been an insurmountable challenge, but Meridian handled the whole project with professionalism and a desire to make us happy. We are thrilled with the final product.

Everything was completed on time and looked beautiful!

Meridian did a clean professional job on a “to do” list of tile and stone repair around my home. They were a bunch of small jobs that made such an impact when they were all repaired! Highly recommend them. Everything was completed on time and looked beautiful! Employees were courteous and helpful. Meridian made it easy to fix a bunch of jobs with one stop shopping- they do it all!

— Darian Drescher

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:53:25-06:00

— Darian Drescher

Meridian did a clean professional job on a “to do” list of tile and stone repair around my home. They were a bunch of small jobs that made such an impact when they were all repaired! Highly recommend them. Everything was completed on time and looked beautiful! Employees were courteous and helpful. Meridian made it easy to fix a bunch of jobs with one stop shopping- they do it all!

We got immediate attention from a team that was highly skilled.

Our neighbor, whom we trust and adore, works for Meridian, and so we figured we needn’t look further for some urgent repair work we needed for our kitchen and bathrooms. We also knew and admired the fact that her boss, Michael Lerner, picked her up and drove her to work every morning when she stopped driving a few years ago, so we figured that someone who treats his staff with this level of care and respect has to be a person with integrity and we want to work with him. And so it was! Ours was a small project, but we got immediate attention from a team that was highly skilled, efficient, reliable, and above all, responsive to our schedule and our aesthetic. Michael managed the whole process with skillful direction and a warm sense of humor. He understood our goals, kept us focused, and followed up with a meeting when the work was completed to assess the process and to make that our goals were met and we were satisfied. First rate!

— Thomas Walker

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:52:43-06:00

— Thomas Walker

Our neighbor, whom we trust and adore, works for Meridian, and so we figured we needn’t look further for some urgent repair work we needed for our kitchen and bathrooms. We also knew and admired the fact that her boss, Michael Lerner, picked her up and drove her to work every morning when she stopped driving a few years ago, so we figured that someone who treats his staff with this level of care and respect has to be a person with integrity and we want to work with him. And so it was! Ours was a small project, but we got immediate attention from a team that was highly skilled, efficient, reliable, and above all, responsive to our schedule and our aesthetic. Michael managed the whole process with skillful direction and a warm sense of humor. He understood our goals, kept us focused, and followed up with a meeting when the work was completed to assess the process and to make that our goals were met and we were satisfied. First rate!

He (and Meridian) take great pride in their work.

We are in a new home built by Meridian and it has been excellent so far. Craftsmanship is great, all the selections/finishes are fantastic, and the design is perfect across the board. Best of all, Jonathan, one of the principals, is fantastic to work with. He is a perfectionist with an amazing eye for detail and a great sense for design. He (and Meridian) take great pride in their work and clearly want their customers to be happy and love their new home (or renovation). In fact, more than once, we had various tradesmen comment on something really smart that Meridian did in the construction process (e.g., the layout of the laundry was perfect to fit new washer/dryers including room for cables which the installers indicated many new builds get wrong; wiring for cable/internet included power so Verizon did not have to drill in a new line, as they normally have to do). I would be hard pressed to identify something I would have done differently. I would definitely recommend Meridian to anyone in Bethesda/DC area looking for a new home or someone to handle a renovation project!

— Abby Kessler and David Weiner

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:52:08-06:00

— Abby Kessler and David Weiner

We are in a new home built by Meridian and it has been excellent so far. Craftsmanship is great, all the selections/finishes are fantastic, and the design is perfect across the board. Best of all, Jonathan, one of the principals, is fantastic to work with. He is a perfectionist with an amazing eye for detail and a great sense for design. He (and Meridian) take great pride in their work and clearly want their customers to be happy and love their new home (or renovation). In fact, more than once, we had various tradesmen comment on something really smart that Meridian did in the construction process (e.g., the layout of the laundry was perfect to fit new washer/dryers including room for cables which the installers indicated many new builds get wrong; wiring for cable/internet included power so Verizon did not have to drill in a new line, as they normally have to do). I would be hard pressed to identify something I would have done differently. I would definitely recommend Meridian to anyone in Bethesda/DC area looking for a new home or someone to handle a renovation project!

We LOVE our new home.

Meridian Homes did a fabulous job with us.  Given the tremendous trepidation with which my wife and I approached the idea of selecting a custom homebuilder, they truly outperformed, across the board. Michael Lerner, in particular, who oversaw our project, and our lead builder, the lead carpenter, were truly exceptional.

We were extraordinarily impressed and their attention to detail was superb.  The construction was done on time and within budget. In fact, they were able to build the home months quicker than the conservative timeframe was projected at achieving, with a little luck from the weather.  We always knew where we stood every step of the way and whenever we had a question or concern, we got an immediate response.  There were NO surprises.  In addition there was a series of meetings scheduled on every aspect of the build from what we were selecting through every aspect of the building process.  They were absolutely transparent with costs and gave great advice about what was worth spending extra money on and what was not.

Most importantly, the quality of their work was exceptional — We LOVE our new home.  If someone were to ask my wife and me about our experience, I would, without a doubt, tell them go with Meridian.  Not only was it money well spent, but we have complete confidence going forward that they will assist us on an ongoing basis with any issue that might arise.

— J & LG

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:51:39-06:00

— J & LG

Meridian Homes did a fabulous job with us.  Given the tremendous trepidation with which my wife and I approached the idea of selecting a custom homebuilder, they truly outperformed, across the board. Michael Lerner, in particular, who oversaw our project, and our lead builder, the lead carpenter, were truly exceptional. We were extraordinarily impressed and their attention to detail was superb.  The construction was done on time and within budget. In fact, they were able to build the home months quicker than the conservative timeframe was projected at achieving, with a little luck from the weather.  We always knew where we stood every step of the way and whenever we had a question or concern, we got an immediate response.  There were NO surprises.  In addition there was a series of meetings scheduled on every aspect of the build from what we were selecting through every aspect of the building process.  They were absolutely transparent with costs and gave great advice about what was worth spending extra money on and what was not. Most importantly, the quality of their work was exceptional — We LOVE our new home.  If someone were to ask my wife and me about our experience, I would, without a doubt, tell them go with Meridian.  Not only was it money well spent, but we have complete confidence going forward that they will assist us on an ongoing basis with any issue that might arise.

We found that Meridian’s Michael Lerner and the project manager, met every one of our expectations.

Our project involved an extensive remodel. We effectively kept the house’s shell but replaced almost everything inside. The project’s scope included:

  1. flipping the kitchen and dining rooms

  2. replacing portions of roof framing to create a new vaulted ceiling in both the new kitchen and adjacent living room

  3. removing walls on the main floor to create an open concept throughout and adding beams and columns to support the structure in these areas

  4. replacing some windows and adding new ones, including the structure for a new 8 foot x 12 foot full-opening glass NaNa wall

  5. installing all new interior doors, trim and baseboards throughout the house, including a new double entry front door and relocating the garage entry door

  6. replacing a old gas fireplace with a contemporary new gas fireplace

  7. updating five bathrooms

  8. installing some new HVAC ductwork

  9. replacing all lighting with energy efficient recessed LED lights


We initially interviewed Meridian along with 3 other contractors. We were looking for a contractor who provided the best value, not necessarily the lowest price. In addition we wanted someone who would be creative and would pro-actively make recommendations to save money or enhance the project. Having been involved in other construction projects, we knew that not everything would go to plan. We also knew that we would encounter unexpected issues and wanted a contractor who would address them promptly and thoughtfully. However, we also wanted a contractor who would take responsibility for their mistakes and “make it right”.

We found that Meridian’s Michael Lerner and the project manager, met every one of our expectations. They were very professional, provided great recommendations and addressed issues fairly and responsibility. We would highly recommend them and would use them again.

— W & K Singer

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:51:06-06:00

— W & K Singer

Our project involved an extensive remodel. We effectively kept the house’s shell but replaced almost everything inside. The project’s scope included: flipping the kitchen and dining rooms replacing portions of roof framing to create a new vaulted ceiling in both the new kitchen and adjacent living room removing walls on the main floor to create an open concept throughout and adding beams and columns to support the structure in these areas replacing some windows and adding new ones, including the structure for a new 8 foot x 12 foot full-opening glass NaNa wall installing all new interior doors, trim and baseboards throughout the house, including a new double entry front door and relocating the garage entry door replacing a old gas fireplace with a contemporary new gas fireplace updating five bathrooms installing some new HVAC ductwork replacing all lighting with energy efficient recessed LED lights We initially interviewed Meridian along with 3 other contractors. We were looking for a contractor who provided the best value, not necessarily the lowest price. In addition we wanted someone who would be creative and would pro-actively make recommendations to save money or enhance the project. Having been involved in other construction projects, we knew that not everything would go to plan. We also knew that we would encounter unexpected issues and wanted a contractor who would address them promptly and thoughtfully. However, we also wanted a contractor who would take responsibility for their mistakes and “make it right”. We found that Meridian’s Michael Lerner and the project manager, met every one of our expectations. They were very professional, provided great recommendations and addressed issues fairly and responsibility. We would highly recommend them and would use them again.

The Meridian owners are involved in each project, stand by their work and by their commitments.

I have used Meridian Homes for a number of projects, ranging from an entire home renovation and expansion, to smaller projects such as modifying a fireplace wall and installing a generator. In each project, my experience has been great. The Meridian owners are involved in each project, stand by their work and by their commitments (including budget and schedule), and promptly address any questions or concerns. The quality of their work is excellent and has stood the test of time. Based on my numerous positive experiences with them, I have recommended them to family and friends, and do so without hesitation.

— Bill Nussbaum

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:49:51-06:00

— Bill Nussbaum

I have used Meridian Homes for a number of projects, ranging from an entire home renovation and expansion, to smaller projects such as modifying a fireplace wall and installing a generator. In each project, my experience has been great. The Meridian owners are involved in each project, stand by their work and by their commitments (including budget and schedule), and promptly address any questions or concerns. The quality of their work is excellent and has stood the test of time. Based on my numerous positive experiences with them, I have recommended them to family and friends, and do so without hesitation.

We chose Meridian because neighbors of ours were very pleased with their renovation, which was gorgeous.

We could not be happier with the work Meridian has done for us. A year ago we had a major flood that ruined our finished basement and the floors in our kitchen/family room. To make matters worse, our insurance company was very difficult to deal with, and we were at our wits’ end. After interviewing several builders, we chose Meridian because neighbors of ours were very pleased with their renovation, which was gorgeous, and we liked Michael Lerner, Meridian’s co-owner. Michael brought in an insurance expert who acted as our go-between, thereby relieving us of having to deal with the insurance adjuster.

Our designer and Michael came up with a beautiful plan for our basement. The floors, walls, cabinetry, and hardware look fantastic. On our first floor, the new wood flooring matches the old seamlessly. (Several flooring companies told us this wasn’t possible and recommended replacing all the wood on our first floor, but Michael’s team did a wonderful job.) The lead carpenter managed the day-to-day job, and he made everything work. His crew could not have been nicer, and they left our house spotless. They even hung all our pictures–in the right places, having photographed everything before painting!

Along the way, we made some last-minute changes, which did not faze anyone at Meridian. The result is that we have our home back, better than ever.

We also have to compliment everyone at Meridian for their communication skills. All our emails and text messages were answered promptly, whether it was by Michael, the lead carpenter, or any of their wonderful office staff.

If we could give Meridian 10 stars, we would!

— SR & LR

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:47:20-06:00

— SR & LR

We could not be happier with the work Meridian has done for us. A year ago we had a major flood that ruined our finished basement and the floors in our kitchen/family room. To make matters worse, our insurance company was very difficult to deal with, and we were at our wits’ end. After interviewing several builders, we chose Meridian because neighbors of ours were very pleased with their renovation, which was gorgeous, and we liked Michael Lerner, Meridian’s co-owner. Michael brought in an insurance expert who acted as our go-between, thereby relieving us of having to deal with the insurance adjuster. Our designer and Michael came up with a beautiful plan for our basement. The floors, walls, cabinetry, and hardware look fantastic. On our first floor, the new wood flooring matches the old seamlessly. (Several flooring companies told us this wasn’t possible and recommended replacing all the wood on our first floor, but Michael’s team did a wonderful job.) The lead carpenter managed the day-to-day job, and he made everything work. His crew could not have been nicer, and they left our house spotless. They even hung all our pictures–in the right places, having photographed everything before painting! Along the way, we made some last-minute changes, which did not faze anyone at Meridian. The result is that we have our home back, better than ever. We also have to compliment everyone at Meridian for their communication skills. All our emails and text messages were answered promptly, whether it was by Michael, the lead carpenter, or any of their wonderful office staff. If we could give Meridian 10 stars, we would!

They did a great job, high quality work and incredibly fast.

Meridian Homes completed a near-total renovation of my home. They did a great job, high quality work and incredibly fast. Compared to other contractors I have used, they were extremely well-organized and responsive to questions and changes while the process was underway. They made the process about as simple as it could be, given the scale of the project and the fact that we had not had much time to plan it out ahead of time.

— Michael B.

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:45:40-06:00

— Michael B.

Meridian Homes completed a near-total renovation of my home. They did a great job, high quality work and incredibly fast. Compared to other contractors I have used, they were extremely well-organized and responsive to questions and changes while the process was underway. They made the process about as simple as it could be, given the scale of the project and the fact that we had not had much time to plan it out ahead of time.

We gained not only a place to live that is beautiful and comfortable, but we gained friends.

Meridian Homes built our house and we gained not only a place to live that is beautiful and comfortable, but we gained friends–from the men who worked on the house to the Lerner brothers. It was a twofer.

— Nina Totenberg

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T13:45:05-06:00

— Nina Totenberg

Meridian Homes built our house and we gained not only a place to live that is beautiful and comfortable, but we gained friends–from the men who worked on the house to the Lerner brothers. It was a twofer.

I would certainly recommend Meridian Homes for small projects or large ones.

I cannot recommend Michael Lerner and Meridian Homes enough!! And I usually don’t say that. Michael helped me transform my home office into a fabulous place to work. After a small flood, Michael was recommended to me and I knew he was the right person to complete this project as soon as I met him. And I was so right!!! Each person involved in the project, from the wonderful foreman down to the men destroying the old walls and putting up the new ones, was professional, attentive and competent. At one point, I was having trouble picking colors for the walls and Michael came right over to help me. I am happy to say the color is perfect!! The project is finished and the new space is tranquil, quite functional and terrific. I would certainly recommend Meridian Homes for small projects or large ones; you WILL be so happy you chose them!!

— Rhona Gordon

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-06T14:10:50-06:00

— Rhona Gordon

I cannot recommend Michael Lerner and Meridian Homes enough!! And I usually don’t say that. Michael helped me transform my home office into a fabulous place to work. After a small flood, Michael was recommended to me and I knew he was the right person to complete this project as soon as I met him. And I was so right!!! Each person involved in the project, from the wonderful foreman down to the men destroying the old walls and putting up the new ones, was professional, attentive and competent. At one point, I was having trouble picking colors for the walls and Michael came right over to help me. I am happy to say the color is perfect!! The project is finished and the new space is tranquil, quite functional and terrific. I would certainly recommend Meridian Homes for small projects or large ones; you WILL be so happy you chose them!!
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Client Testimonial – Whole Home Remodel

Our client, Max Meltzer, talks about his experience working with Meridian Homes on his whole-home remodeling project. Hear Max describe how the project evolved from a concept to his family's dream home and how Meridian Homes guided the process from start to finish.

Client Testimonial – CUSTOM HOME

Our client, Karen, and her husband loved their neighborhood and their lot in Washington, DC. However, their outdated home just did not function well for their family anymore. Hear how Meridian Homes guided the process of designing and building a brand-new custom home that now stands where their old home once did.

Client Testimonial – Modern CUSTOM HOME

Loy and his wife wanted their custom home to have an overall light, airy, modern aesthetic. And, they dreamed of entertaining guests in an open kitchen that would serve as the heart of their new home. Hear Loy describe how Meridian Homes made their vision a reality.

Client Testimonial – Renovation

We worked with our client, Wendi, to renovate her kitchen, master bedroom and master bathroom. Hear her speak about cost versus value and "getting what you pay for" when it comes to hiring a remodeling firm, and why she recommends Meridian Homes.

Client Testimonial – Custom Home

Designing and building a custom home is a very personal journey. Learn about the process from our client, Annette, and hear her describe what she experienced working with Meridian Homes to create the home of her dreams for her family.

Client Testimonial – Semi-Custom Home

From time to time, we come across a lot in the Washington, DC area that is irresistible due to its location and site characteristics such as size, exposure, backyard space, and slope. When that happens, we assign our design/build team to plan a site-specific semi-custom home with luxury finishes. We may begin and even complete construction before matching it with a new homeowner. Such a home offers all the comforts and advantages of quality custom construction, minus the hassles of planning a home from scratch. Hear our client, Mandy, talk about moving into a Meridian home that is newly built and how she enjoys the remarkable amenities that feel like they were designed especially for her.

Our Clients Say It Best

"We could not have been more pleased with the quality of the build, the wonderful design choices, the layout of the home, and especially the service provided by Meridian Homes."

-BP

Meridian Homes Inc.
2023-03-03T06:37:51-07:00

-BP

"We could not have been more pleased with the quality of the build, the wonderful design choices, the layout of the home, and especially the service provided by Meridian Homes."
"Meridian’s quality of work is terrific They are by far the best in terms of execution, no hassle, easy to work with, great outcomes, etc."

-Mathieu and Lenka Glassman

Meridian Homes Inc.
2023-02-01T09:37:52-07:00

-Mathieu and Lenka Glassman

"Meridian’s quality of work is terrific They are by far the best in terms of execution, no hassle, easy to work with, great outcomes, etc."
"We are so thrilled with Meridian Homes and our beautiful renovations!"

-Jeff and Wendi

Meridian Homes Inc.
2023-02-01T15:23:14-07:00

-Jeff and Wendi

"We are so thrilled with Meridian Homes and our beautiful renovations!"
"We would recommend Meridian to anyone searching for a custom homebuilder."

-Jeff and Rowena Randall

Meridian Homes Inc.
2022-06-08T07:40:25-06:00

-Jeff and Rowena Randall

"We would recommend Meridian to anyone searching for a custom homebuilder."
"Our whole family is super happy with our well-built and beautiful home."

-SK

Meridian Homes Inc.
2021-02-01T11:59:14-07:00

-SK

"Our whole family is super happy with our well-built and beautiful home."
"The Meridian team was professional, prompt, courteous and thorough."

-M & D

Meridian Homes Inc.
2018-07-26T12:22:36-06:00

-M & D

"The Meridian team was professional, prompt, courteous and thorough."
"The follow through with the company is fantastic!"

-Cheryl Slane

Meridian Homes Inc.
2018-07-19T08:46:54-06:00

-Cheryl Slane

"The follow through with the company is fantastic!"
"Choosing Meridian Homes was the best thing we could have done."

-Max Meltzer

Meridian Homes Inc.
2018-07-01T14:33:25-06:00

-Max Meltzer

"Choosing Meridian Homes was the best thing we could have done."
"Building a new home with Meridian was an all-around great experience."

— Annette Gatten

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-08-23T14:57:41-06:00

— Annette Gatten

"Building a new home with Meridian was an all-around great experience."
"Meridian is a fantastic home builder and renovation company."

– Custom Home Client in Bethesda

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-07-26T15:09:26-06:00

– Custom Home Client in Bethesda

"Meridian is a fantastic home builder and renovation company."
"We gained not only a place to live that is beautiful and comfortable, but we gained friends."

— Nina Totenberg

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:56:13-06:00

— Nina Totenberg

"We gained not only a place to live that is beautiful and comfortable, but we gained friends."
"The team at Meridian Homes guided us through the entire process of building a custom home."

— Claudia and David Sadoff

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:56:04-06:00

— Claudia and David Sadoff

"The team at Meridian Homes guided us through the entire process of building a custom home."
"Everything was completed on time and looked beautiful!"

— Darian Drescher

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:55:16-06:00

— Darian Drescher

"Everything was completed on time and looked beautiful!"
"In my opinion, you guys richly deserve all the ‘best builder’ accolades."

— Scott Allen

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:55:14-06:00

— Scott Allen

"In my opinion, you guys richly deserve all the ‘best builder’ accolades."
"Safe to say if we had to do the whole process over again on another project we would hire Meridian Homes in a second."

– Benjamin Marks

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:44:08-06:00

– Benjamin Marks

"Safe to say if we had to do the whole process over again on another project we would hire Meridian Homes in a second."
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Our Clients Say It Best

"We could not have been more pleased with the quality of the build, the wonderful design choices, the layout of the home, and especially the service provided by Meridian Homes."

-BP

Meridian Homes Inc.
2023-03-03T06:37:51-07:00

-BP

"We could not have been more pleased with the quality of the build, the wonderful design choices, the layout of the home, and especially the service provided by Meridian Homes."
"Meridian’s quality of work is terrific They are by far the best in terms of execution, no hassle, easy to work with, great outcomes, etc."

-Mathieu and Lenka Glassman

Meridian Homes Inc.
2023-02-01T09:37:52-07:00

-Mathieu and Lenka Glassman

"Meridian’s quality of work is terrific They are by far the best in terms of execution, no hassle, easy to work with, great outcomes, etc."
"We are so thrilled with Meridian Homes and our beautiful renovations!"

-Jeff and Wendi

Meridian Homes Inc.
2023-02-01T15:23:14-07:00

-Jeff and Wendi

"We are so thrilled with Meridian Homes and our beautiful renovations!"
"We would recommend Meridian to anyone searching for a custom homebuilder."

-Jeff and Rowena Randall

Meridian Homes Inc.
2022-06-08T07:40:25-06:00

-Jeff and Rowena Randall

"We would recommend Meridian to anyone searching for a custom homebuilder."
"Our whole family is super happy with our well-built and beautiful home."

-SK

Meridian Homes Inc.
2021-02-01T11:59:14-07:00

-SK

"Our whole family is super happy with our well-built and beautiful home."
"The Meridian team was professional, prompt, courteous and thorough."

-M & D

Meridian Homes Inc.
2018-07-26T12:22:36-06:00

-M & D

"The Meridian team was professional, prompt, courteous and thorough."
"The follow through with the company is fantastic!"

-Cheryl Slane

Meridian Homes Inc.
2018-07-19T08:46:54-06:00

-Cheryl Slane

"The follow through with the company is fantastic!"
"Choosing Meridian Homes was the best thing we could have done."

-Max Meltzer

Meridian Homes Inc.
2018-07-01T14:33:25-06:00

-Max Meltzer

"Choosing Meridian Homes was the best thing we could have done."
"Building a new home with Meridian was an all-around great experience."

— Annette Gatten

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-08-23T14:57:41-06:00

— Annette Gatten

"Building a new home with Meridian was an all-around great experience."
"Meridian is a fantastic home builder and renovation company."

– Custom Home Client in Bethesda

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-07-26T15:09:26-06:00

– Custom Home Client in Bethesda

"Meridian is a fantastic home builder and renovation company."
"We gained not only a place to live that is beautiful and comfortable, but we gained friends."

— Nina Totenberg

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:56:13-06:00

— Nina Totenberg

"We gained not only a place to live that is beautiful and comfortable, but we gained friends."
"The team at Meridian Homes guided us through the entire process of building a custom home."

— Claudia and David Sadoff

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:56:04-06:00

— Claudia and David Sadoff

"The team at Meridian Homes guided us through the entire process of building a custom home."
"Everything was completed on time and looked beautiful!"

— Darian Drescher

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:55:16-06:00

— Darian Drescher

"Everything was completed on time and looked beautiful!"
"In my opinion, you guys richly deserve all the ‘best builder’ accolades."

— Scott Allen

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:55:14-06:00

— Scott Allen

"In my opinion, you guys richly deserve all the ‘best builder’ accolades."
"Safe to say if we had to do the whole process over again on another project we would hire Meridian Homes in a second."

– Benjamin Marks

Meridian Homes Inc.
2017-05-26T04:44:08-06:00

– Benjamin Marks

"Safe to say if we had to do the whole process over again on another project we would hire Meridian Homes in a second."
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