Service Area
Remodeling Contractor in Takoma Park, MD
Design-build remodeling for Takoma Park homes. Kitchens, primary suites, lower levels, additions and outdoor living, with one project lead from the first call to the final walkthrough.
- Maple Avenue
- Flower Avenue
- Carroll Avenue
- Piney Branch Road
- ZIP 20912
About Takoma Park
Premium contracting in Takoma Park.
Takoma Park remodeling is the 20912 area, along Maple Avenue, Flower Avenue, and Carroll Avenue. Many of the houses date from the 1950s. A project that requires a Montgomery County permit first requires a Municipality Letter from Takoma Park. The drive from Martinsburg is I-81 north to I-70 east, then I-270 south toward Piney Branch Road.
Any renovation, building, or outdoor project that requires a permit from the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services first requires a Municipality Letter from Takoma Park. The municipality letter is not a permit. There is no fee for the municipality letter. Housing and Community Development questions go to 7500 Maple Avenue, 3rd Floor, Takoma Park, MD 20912, phone 301-891-7119. Montgomery County lists Takoma Park among municipalities where city approval is required prior to the county application.
County questions go to the Department of Permitting Services, 2425 Reedie Drive, 7th Floor, Wheaton, phone 240-777-0311. Office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and no appointment is necessary. Construction within 50 feet of an urban forest tree may require a Tree Impact Assessment and a Tree Protection Plan. The Urban Forest Manager can be reached at 301-891-7612 or UrbanForestManager@takomaparkmd.gov.
An interior alteration will likely need a permit. Installing, repairing, or replacing cabinets most likely will not. Plumbing questions go to WSSC. Electrical work will likely need a permit. Real Elite does not take electrical work. We confirm the steps for this house before work starts. The price is a free written estimate after a site walk.
For this area, see Permits in Montgomery County: what to expect.
What we build in Takoma Park
Services ordered by what Takoma Park homeowners are actually investing in.
Premium Interior
Kitchen Remodeling
Starting at $28,000
See kitchen remodelingBathroom Remodeling
Starting at $15,000
Basement Finishing
Starting at $35,000
Whole-Home Remodeling
Starting at $15,000
Home Additions
Starting at $60,000
Decks
Starting at $8,000
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Neighborhoods we work in
- Maple Avenue
- Flower Avenue
- Carroll Avenue
- Piney Branch Road
- ZIP 20912
Nearby service areasKensington, MD · Chevy Chase, MD · Colesville, MD · Bethesda, MD
Project photos
Photos from completed Real Elite projects.
Why Takoma Park homeowners choose Real Elite
- ·Family-run remodeling and exterior contracting.
- ·Serving Takoma Park and Frederick County, Maryland.
The Military Precision Process
Four steps. No surprises.
The same disciplined operating system every project follows — from the first phone call through the final walkthrough.
- 01
Recon
On-site assessment, scope walkthrough, and a clear picture of what your project actually needs — at no cost.
- 02
Plan
Written scope, transparent line-item pricing, financing options, and a project lead assigned before we break ground.
- 03
Execute
Discuss site supervision, communication, and cleanup arrangements during the estimate.
- 04
Inspect
Review the proposed scope and warranty terms before signing. You only sign off when the project is right.
Reviews
Published reviews.
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Guides for Takoma Park homeowners.
Pricing, permits, material choices — practical reading before you sign anything.
Takoma Park FAQ
Questions Takoma Park homeowners ask first.
Who permits a remodel in Takoma Park, MD?+
A project that requires a Montgomery County permit first requires a Municipality Letter from Takoma Park. The municipality letter is not a permit. City questions go to 7500 Maple Avenue, 3rd Floor, Takoma Park, MD 20912, phone 301-891-7119. County questions go to 240-777-0311.
Does work near a tree in Takoma Park need a city step?+
Construction within 50 feet of an urban forest tree may require a Tree Impact Assessment and a Tree Protection Plan. The Urban Forest Manager can be reached at 301-891-7612. We confirm that step before work starts.
What does remodeling in Takoma Park cost?+
Every Takoma Park kitchen, bathroom, and lower level is a free written estimate after a site walk. A 1950s house on Maple Avenue is priced on that walk.
Does Real Elite Contracting serve Takoma Park, MD?+
Yes. Real Elite Contracting works across Takoma Park and the surrounding Montgomery County area. We are headquartered in Martinsburg, WV and are licensed and insured in West Virginia, Virginia and Pennsylvania.
What services does Real Elite offer in Takoma Park?+
In Takoma Park we focus on Kitchen Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, Basement Finishing, Whole-Home Remodeling, Home Additions, plus general remodeling, additions, and exterior repairs. Our work is family-run and built with military precision.
How fast can I get a quote in Takoma Park?+
For roofing, our AI Instant Roof Quote returns a ballpark price from your address in about 60 seconds — no ladder, no appointment. For other services, a project lead follows up after reviewing your request with a free written estimate.
Who runs Real Elite Contracting?+
Family-run by brothers Jose and Miguel. Miguel is a U.S. military veteran and Purple Heart recipient. The motto — "Military Precision. Civilian Excellence." — is how we talk about the standard of the work.
Before Work Begins
Start with a clear agreement.
Use the estimate to discuss the details that matter in your home.
Discuss the Scope
Bring your plans, priorities, and budget to the estimate. Review what is included before committing to construction.
Review the Details
Ask for current license and insurance documents, proposed warranty terms, and the responsibilities of each contractor on your project.
Plan Communication
Discuss site supervision, progress reporting, access, and cleanup arrangements before work begins.