Built on Legacy and Community
BRICK BY BRICK
Partnering with the right general contractor is the foundation to your project’s success. J L Terrell builds commercial and government projects throughout Metro DC while staying on budget and on time.
Contractors with less local
experience often struggle to:
Complete your project on budget and on schedule
Listen to, and fully understand, your project's needs
Navigate DC’s maze of requirements and compliance
Adapt to emerging technologies and sustainability standards
Our clients are our neighbors and our construction sites are our communities. We’ve been building Greater Washington for decades because we know and care for our city.
Steeped in History, Building the Future of Greater Washington

Steeped in History, Building the Future of Greater Washington
J L Terrell is a Washington, DC-based minority-owned general contracting firm, owned and operated by three family generations.
With a combined 50+ years of experience, deep roots in the DC metro area, and wide-ranging certifications, we guarantee superior construction and facility management services.
Thanks to extensive understanding of the places we serve, along with industry-leading efficiency, customer service, communication, and sustainability practices, we’ve earned our reputation as one of DC’s most reliable firms among government and private partners.
See how we’re building a legacy on a solid foundation. Let’s build a better future together.
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testimonials
Engineering Manager
Alice Howard
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Architect
Henry Sanchez
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Engineering Manager
Nathan Marshall
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construction simulator
Emma Romero
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construction simulator
John Romero
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Interior Designer
Judy Wells
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CLIENTS
From major government agencies to local developers, we are certified to serve a wide range of both government and commercial clients.