As an affluent township, Mendham in New Jersey is no stranger to massive mansions and sprawling estates that speak of old-world craftsmanship. The housing scene is particularly luxurious, with Zillow listing the median home price at $775,827.
For those who are planning to settle down or build a new home in the area, we’ve compiled a list of the best custom home builders in Mendham who can help clients build the home of their dreams. These builders were chosen for their backgrounds, experience, and ability to customize a home to the needs and desires of their clients.
Grant Homes
1 E. Main Street, Mendham, NJ 07945
If you’ve ever been to Mendham, NJ, it’s possible that the homes you’ve seen were built by Grant Homes. The firm has created some of the finest residential properties in the region, establishing Jay Grant, the firm’s founder and owner, as the premier builder of luxury, custom, and for-sale homes. Jay himself is a second-generation builder, who employs a team of skilled craftsmen, and many of them have been with Grant Homes for over 20 years.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a custom home. This shingle-style house expands horizontally, allowing the flow of movement within the house to feel as expansive as possible. Other features include a gambrel roof with dormers, and different types of window groupings, from double-hung to bow to the oculus. The home is charming and warm and evokes an inviting image of country living.
Vision Construction Services, LLC
8 Knollwood Trail East, Mendham, NJ 07926
For Vision Construction Services, LLC, the goal is to combine the technology, techniques, and products of today with yesterday’s old-world craftsmanship. The firm is led by Ted Berzak, whose three decades of experience guides the construction, building, and development operations of the firm. To date, the company has managed and completed over a thousand single and multi-family projects, as well as 250,000 square feet of commercial, retail, and office projects. The firm has also developed five residential communities throughout New Jersey, taking these communities from raw land to completion.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This 7,000-square-foot custom home in Randolph, NJ was completed in only ten months and features six bedrooms, five full baths, and two kitchens. Its red-brick exterior is both charming and elegant, and the surrounding landscape adds to the house’s comfortable feel.
Distinctive Domain
16 Mount Bethel Rd, Suite 376, Warren, NJ 07059
Distinctive Domain has been building and remodeling custom homes in Somerset and Morris Counties since 2003. Whether working on its own or with a team of architects and interior designers, the firm’s focus is on delivering residences that match clients’ lifestyles.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. Distinctive Domain describes this home as “a symmetrical expanded ranch.” The home also has a traditional feel, especially with its small front porch. Once you step into the home, you are met with a spacious foyer that leads upstairs to a dining room and kitchen in an open concept. Thanks to its dominant white color palette, it looks as if snow has settled permanently in the home, in a delightful, clean, and sharp way.
Fleming Construction Services, LLC
55 Kings Hwy, Long Valley, NJ 07853
Established in 1989, Fleming Construction Services, LLC is a construction and remodeling firm offering custom homes, renovations, and additions to residents in New Jersey. The firm is led by Kevin and Lorraine Fleming. Kevin heads the firm’s construction operations; Lorraine takes charge of the financial aspect of the business.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This grand custom home in Mendham is the perfect image of country living. Thanks to its hip and shingle roof and dormers and its mixed siding exterior, the home has textures that add character to its appearance. Its horizontal expansion also clues viewers in on the layout of the home’s functional spaces. From one wing to the other, this layout permits the easy flow of movement, promoting a relaxed lifestyle in this charming custom home.
Polo Master Builders
12 School House Lane, Morristown, NJ 07960
For over two decades, Howard Polo and his son Roger have been building custom homes in Northern New Jersey. Through their leadership, Howard and Roger were able to gain the trust of clients. Today, they are widely regarded as one of New Jersey’s premier custom home builders, committed to building enduring and architecturally exquisite homes.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This custom home in Mendham has a grand exterior that welcomes the eyes to a visual feast. While the equally grand entryway and terrace are the focal points of the exterior, the home’s gabled roof and window groupings also gently call attention to themselves. The grandiosity of the exterior is channeled in a charming way inside the home, which is framed by wood tones and lush curtains.
DBK Builders
PO Box 66, Mendham, NJ 07945
David Krimmel, the owner of DBK Builders, has been building and remodeling homes in the Warren Township, Basking Ridge, and Bernardsville area for almost three decades. The firm stands by the client’s side from concept to completion, working on a range of project types, including builds that start from scratch and remodels of existing homes. David sets his goal to be whatever clients’ wishes are, and through a collaborative process, these goals are manageable and within reach.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a custom home project. Perhaps most noticeable about this grand abode is the massive arched entryway that leads to rich-toned wooden doors. The home’s window groupings are equally grand, with a tall bay window to the side of the huge doors. The hip and shingle roof sits steadily on the boxed exterior, which has a mixed-material siding. Overall the home looks cozy and charming — perfect for a family to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in the house.
Tallaksen Custom Builders
31 Washington Avenue, Bernardsville, NJ 07924
With more than sixty new homes and over 5,000 home renovations and additions comprising its portfolio, Tallaksen Custom Builders is a force to be reckoned with in the building scene. The firm is led by Robert Tallaksen, a fourth-generation craftsman who learned his trade from his father—a sought-after builder back in the day. From his father, Robert learned what the business focus should be. Today, the firm continues to include in its practice a myriad of capabilities from renovations and alterations to complete design-build services.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a custom home. This Georgian Colonial home has a stately stature, with symmetrical window groupings decorating the façade of the house. Its brick exterior is bright, as is its roof and dormers, making the home appear welcoming to all that pass by. Leading up to the door is an arched entryway, adding a touch of shape to the otherwise boxy structure. As a whole, the home looks classic, while evoking images of peaceful country living.
Golden River Homes LLC
2 Cramer Ln, Mendham, NJ 07945
For over three decades, Nicholas Gentile of Golden River Homes LLC has been building custom homes in greater Chatham, Madison, and Mendham. Nicholas builds homes that are rich in custom details and old-world craftsmanship. And the homes are simply unmatched in finishes. The firm has built its business on enduring relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers. These relationships ensure that the construction process is smooth and enjoyable for builders, craftsmen, and clients alike.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. Although this modern farmhouse-style home foregoes the typical front porch found in this style of homes, its exterior presents itself in a grand manner, with its mixed materials of stone and wood. The home’s symmetry, as well as the presence of numerous windows, adds to its charm and a feeling of openness. Light and air spill into every space of the home.
