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Top-Rated Custom home builders in Mount Dora - Updated Nov 2026

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Alex Custom Homes and Remodeling, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"We are truly grateful for Alex Custom home for giving us a beautiful and well made house. We have had other houses built for us and the end product on this one has really surprised us. Anyone that has built a house before knows that there are always small details to take care after your final walk through. To our surprise, they had more items on their to do list than we had identified. By the time we moved in, only one item was left to take care of and it was a delivery delay which was out of their hands. We love our new house and how well it is built. Thank you to all the team from Alex Custom homes."
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Kitchen Remodel
Custom Wood Working Studio Umatilla
Apopka Custom Garage
Groveland Exterior Remodel

+1310

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coastal Improvement Corporation
5.0(
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Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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Our Services: As a Certified General Contractor (CGC), we provide full-service construction solutions ranging from residential projects to large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and municipal developments. Our expertise includes ground-up construction, renovation, and design-build services. \n

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+235

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Angler, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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"Luke built our forever home on 10 acres. He is a second generation home builder with a lot of experience. He is a lake county native and understands what it takes to build a home in different Florida soil types. Luke also was very lenient when it came to negotiations at every part of the home build. We consulted multiple other builders and Luke was the most affordable and has done an amazing job. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing to build a home or any home projects."
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Scully Custom Construction
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Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Scully Custom Construction is a premier luxury builder and design-build firm serving Ocala, Summerfield, Rolling Acres, Belleview, and The Villages. Family-owned and operated with over 20 years of experience, we specialize in custom homes, luxury renovations, high-end remodels, and bespoke pool and outdoor living spaces. Our approach combines exceptional craftsmanship, elevated design, and personalized service to create residences that are both timeless and distinctive. From concept to completion, we partner closely with homeowners to ensure every detail reflects their vision, lifestyle, and investment goals. Using premium materials, trusted trade partners, and meticulous project management, we deliver refined spaces that enhance beauty, comfort, and long-term value. Whether building a custom dream home or transforming an existing property, Scully Custom Construction is committed to excellence, integrity, and an uncompromising standard of quality.

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Golden temple Builders Inc
4.6(
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Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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"Excellent. Nick and Vince are very friendly and professional and their clients gave them excellent reviews. We have contracted them to build our new custom home and so far it has been great. We will give another review during the process."
3rd story attic turned into gym.
Addition
Staircases
Kitchens
Building new homes

+112

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Reach Higher Painting
4.6(
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Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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Emergency services offered

"They did an amazing job! They were punctual, professional and flexible to work with; they made the visions I had for my home projects come true! I’m super pleased with their work and would recommend to anyone."
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+9

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Forza Contractors
4.8(
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Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

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"Overall, I was very satisfied with the work completed by Forza Contractors. Very knowledgeable of my problem and solved it with professionalism and dedication to great customer service! I would definitely hire them again."
Removed recess light and install new support box rated for chandelier
New light
Damage old FPE electrical panel
New chandelier
Fixture installed and working properly

+29

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mike Harper's AC and A Picture Perfect Kitchen and Bath
4.9(
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Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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"Mike Harper's A/C did an amazing job. The tech arrived on time and was very polite and professional. They diagnosed my issue, fixed it quickly and had me up and running in no time. I would definitely recommend using them."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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McCall Custom Builders
5.0(
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Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Since new construction is king right now, for a few years we struggled to find a contractor that would renovate our back porch which was in desperate need. We finally found Mike McCall, owner of McCall Custom Builders and appreciated him from the first meeting. He was punctual, professional, attentive, honest, extremely fair, and experienced. He diligently checked in with us to ensure we were happy with the direction of the project as well as keeping us informed along the way. While he would provide his experiences, knowledge, and preferences he always wanted to make sure it was what we wanted. While construction costs were sometimes more than expected, Mike was very conscientious about cost and offered alternatives whenever available. He was very transparent with costs, outlining them throughout and then with a final reconciliation at the end of the project. We have to give a special shout out to his framer and crew. Of all the crews they probably worked the hardest. They"
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel 1.2
Bathroom Remodel
Kitchen 1
kitchen 1

+29

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

In most cases, you should get an architect before you hire a builder. An architect will be the one to draw up formal plans for your project, including guidelines and even material lists for your builder to follow during construction. Many architects can even help you find builders, choose one for your project, and negotiate prices. Some are also willing to act as project managers throughout the process, working closely with a builder from start to finish.

It usually takes around four to six months to build and install a modular home, although your timeline could go up to around eight months if there are delays in the manufacturing or permitting process. Heavy site preparation and foundation pouring can extend that timeline if you need them, as can customizations you want for your modular home. Your modular home company should be able to provide an estimate for the construction timeline before you sign any contracts or agree to any work.

Buying a house is easier than building one from scratch. Buying an existing home is almost always faster, even if you need to make renovations once you move in. When you hire the right team to build a home, they will simplify the design and build phases so that there is little guesswork throughout the process, but building new construction will almost always take longer than buying an existing home.

There are energy-efficient options when building a cottage. Select green building materials, high-performance insulation, and energy-efficient windows when designing your cottage. Options such as solar panels, efficient HVAC systems, and LED lighting can lower your utility bills and reduce your environmental impact. Many builders offer energy-efficient upgrades as part of the design process.

How long it takes to build a custom home or rebuild a home after a disaster varies depending on many factors, but averages between seven and 14 months. Smaller homes or homes that don’t need a re-poured foundation may take less time to build than larger homes or homes without an existing foundation. Material availability, contractor schedules, and permit and inspection timelines can all affect how long your house takes to build.

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