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Pinkney Services

General Contractor in Friendship Heights, Washington DC:
Residential & Commercial Building Services

Pinkney Services is a licensed and woman-owned general contractor in Friendship Heights, Washington, DC. We serve Friendship Heights and the whole DMV. Our crews have worked every quadrant of the District since 2012. We handle home renovations, business buildouts, and full remodels for owners who want the job done right the first time.

General contractor in Friendship Heights, Washington DC. Woman-owned and licensed since 2012, with free estimates and one project manager from start to finish. Call: (202) 681-5575.

One team handles every phase. That covers permits, design-build planning, framing, MEP, and finish work. You get clear pricing and steady updates at every step.

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What Our D.C. Clients Say

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5.0
Based on 33 reviews
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Charlie C.
10 months ago
I spoke with Antoinette recently and just wanted to share how great the interaction was. Even though it was late, she took the time to answer all my questions and was incredibly kind, patient, and genuine throughout our conversation. You don’t come across people like that often. I really appreciated her professionalism and overall character
Outstanding timelines and punctuality for requests …💕❤️
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Che
1 year ago
Mrs Pinkney has completed several projects in my 1st home & now my 2nd home too. She has updated my kitchen, my bathrooms, & my basement. She replies quickly & her team is very efficient. Thank you for all that you have done….
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Tanisha Holt
1 year ago
Antoinette & her team are amazing, they do it all from design to permits. Very affordable and get the job done on time. I love that she listens & gave me exactly what I wanted & was so flexible with change. I highly recommend Pinkney Services & I look forward to doing future jobs with her company!
Prompt and professional response re estimation.
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Sharron Jenkins
1 year ago
Working with Antoinette Pinkney of Pinkney Services, LLC, for the past 12 years has been a fantastic experience. She exemplifies professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. From our first meeting, it was clear that Antoinette is a leader who genuinely cares about her clients and the quality of her work.

Her communication, organization, punctuality, and reliability are impressive. Antoinette’s calm demeanor and problem-solving skills foster trust, even during challenging phases.

What truly sets her apart is her character. She is polite, considerate, and passionate, treating every client like family and each job as if it were her own home. If you need someone knowledgeable, honest, and professional, Antoinette Pinkney is the perfect choice for your project.
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Rebecca Winslow
1 year ago
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Antoinette on multiple projects. Both for my investment properties and my residence, and I couldn’t be more grateful for her expertise and guidance. She is incredibly easy to work with, honest, and always provides clear, thoughtful advice.

The craftsmanship is top-notch, and she has the capability to handle both large, complex commercial projects and residential builds with ease. Antoinette's experience and knowledge give her the ability to offer multiple options for projects or solutions when faced with challenges and they consistently deliver exceptional results. If you’re looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, and skilled general contractor, I highly recommend Antoinette and their team!
Antoinette was very kind and professional. She understood the vision for the fencing project and tesla charger installation. Her team was polite and efficient and completed the projects adequately.

We will definitely use her services again and recommend to our friends.

Full-Service General Contractor Solutions in Friendship Heights

From concept sketches to the final walk-through, Pinkney Services covers every step. That means planning, permits, demo, framing, MEP, and finish work. All of it runs through one team.

Custom Homes

Pinkney Services delivers full-service design-build services for homeowners seeking high-quality custom homes in the nation’s capital. As a trusted home builder in Washington, DC, residents rely on us to manage every stage of the process under one roof. 

Commercial Construction

From the ground up, we build commercial spaces that work. Our team delivers full-scale construction for retail, restaurant, and mixed-use projects across DC, on schedule and on budget.

Office Remodeling

Turn your workspace into a place people want to be. We handle office build-outs and renovations for DC businesses, blending function, brand, and modern design to fuel productivity and impress clients.

Restaurant Remodeling

At Pinkney Services, we provide full-service restaurant remodeling in Washington, DC, tailored to the demands of the city’s competitive hospitality market.

Home Remodeling

Transform your DC home from top to bottom. From whole-house renovations to single-room refreshes, our team blends modern design with quality craftsmanship to create spaces that match your lifestyle and grow your property value.

Kitchen remodeling

The kitchen is where life happens. We design and build custom DC kitchens with premium cabinetry, durable countertops, and smart layouts that make cooking, hosting, and everyday living feel effortless.

Bathroom remodeling

Turn your bathroom into a spa-style retreat. From walk-in showers and soaking tubs to tile, fixtures, and full layout redesigns, we deliver bathrooms that feel luxurious and are built to last.

Planning and Design-Build Services

Our design-build approach puts architects, engineers, and builders on the same team from day one. You get fewer handoffs, tighter budgets, and faster approvals. We handle feasibility reviews, drawings, and zoning strategy for both home and business clients. Full office fit-out in Shaw? We line up the vision and the reality before the first shovel hits dirt.

Renovations and Remodeling Expertise

We handle every size of remodel. That covers a quick bath refresh or a full gut job. Our team focuses on kitchen and bath remodels, additions, basements, and older rowhouse restoration. Every job follows a steady process. We run demo, structural upgrades, MEP rough-in, and premium finish work. Your finished space looks custom, meets code, and holds up for years.

Commercial & Institutional Projects in Friendship Heights

Our business work spans restaurants, hotels, offices, and retail buildouts across the District. We handle ground-up builds, adaptive reuse, tenant fit-outs, and hotel work on tight schedules. Our crews match the pace of DC business. So we schedule around your hours, plan with property managers, and leave sites clean. Every job includes full permit help and inspection sign-offs.

Why Choose Us as Your Friendship Heights General Contractor

The builder you pick shapes what happens next. Pinkney Services has been a licensed DC contractor serving Friendship Heights since 2012. We bring hands-on local know-how, tight project management, and a clean, on-time record across the District.

Our Proven Step-by-Step Construction Process

Every project follows the same path. We start with a free consult. Then we move into design and layout. Next we handle permits and inspections. Only then do we break ground. Once building starts, you get weekly progress reports and one dedicated project manager. So choices move fast, scope stays clear, and close-out lands on time.

Safety and craftsmanship guide every jobsite. Our crews follow OSHA rules, lead-safe EPA renovation standards, and full DC code at every phase. We run our own quality checks before every inspection. The result: fewer callbacks, cleaner walk-throughs, and finished work that holds up. Read more about the DC licensing rules we meet on every project.

We also handle every piece of compliance paperwork. From permit submissions and inspections to lead-safe renovation standards under the EPA, your project stays code-clean from start to finish. Learn more about our story and credentials on our about page.
Most of all, you get a partner who answers the phone. That is the real DC contractor benefit clients tell us they value most.

Built for Friendship Heights: Codes, Craft & Client Focus

Every block of the District tells a different story. Pinkney Services has spent over a decade building and restoring homes across Washington DC. Every pocket has its own quirks, and our crews have worked through them before the first swing.
Capitol Hill rowhouses call for thoughtful structural work and historic review. Georgetown brownstones need sourcing that respects the original character. Dupont Circle condos require close planning with HOAs and condo boards. Adams Morgan, Shaw, and Brookland each have their own zoning rules.

We also serve homeowners across:

As a historic home specialist, we bring permit skill and neighborhood respect to every job. So your project moves faster, honors its setting, and lands right the first time.

Serving Washington, DC Neighborhoods with Local Construction Knowledge

Every block of the District tells a different story. Pinkney Services has spent over a decade building, renovating, and restoring properties across the city. So we understand the quirks of each neighborhood before we ever swing a hammer. We know that Capitol Hill rowhouses demand careful structural work and historic preservation review. 

Adams Morgan

Congress Heights

Anacostia

Downtown

Brookland

Dupont Circle

Capitol Hill

Foggy Bottom

Columbia Heights

Columbia Heights

Ivy City

Logan Circle

Mount Vernon Square

NoMa

Petworth

Shaw

Southwest Waterfront

Woodley Park

LeDroit Park

Ready to Build or Renovate in Friendship Heights?

Your next project needs a team that shows up, keeps you posted, and delivers on every promise. Pinkney Services has been that team for DC homeowners and businesses since 2012.
We answer fast, scope the job honestly, and hand you a DC estimate with no pressure. From kitchen refreshes to ground-up new builds, your Washington DC general contractor is ready to break ground the moment you are.

Frequently Asked Questions About General Contracting in Friendship Heights

Most DC homeowners and business owners ask us the same handful of questions. Here are honest answers about how we work.

Yes. Pinkney Services is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured DC contractor. We have worked in the District since 2012. We carry general liability, workers’ compensation, and full permit-assist credentials. Every job meets DC code from start to finish.

Most home permits take two to six weeks. The exact time depends on scope and historic review. We file with DOB, HPRB, and DCRA, then track approvals daily. Timelines shift by project size. Every phase gets locked into a shared schedule before we start, so your build kicks off on time.

Yes. We focus on live-in renovations and historic rowhouse work. Our crews stage work zones, protect finishes, and check in daily to keep noise and mess low. Every historic project follows HPRB guidelines. Your home stays livable and your renovation stays code-clean.