Updated: Jul 04, 2026
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11228 Putman Road, Thurmont, MD, 21788
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Dorcus Construction Company, Inc
Serving Frederick County and the surrounding Maryland region, Dorcus Construction Company, Inc specializes in commercial and light industrial construction projects. With 37 years of experience, the company manages projects ranging from new commercial buildings and interior fit-outs to renovations for office, retail, and manufacturing spaces. Dorcus Construction works with a range of clients, including private businesses and public entities, and is experienced in navigating the permitting and inspection processes in Maryland jurisdictions. The firm’s project portfolio includes retail centers, professional office buildings, medical facilities, warehouses, and municipal structures. Dorcus Construction is recognized for coordinating both ground-up construction and major commercial renovation, with a history of completing work for property owners, developers, and government agencies.
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Dorcus Construction Company, Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (301) 898-7337
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Address: 11228 Putman Road, Thurmont, MD 21788
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Dorcus Construction Company, Inc Thurmont
Quality
110
96th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Dorcus Construction Company, Inc has a BuildZoom score of 110, which places them above 96% of 58,058 contractors in Maryland.
Activity
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26 projects
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2025 |
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19 projects
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2024 |
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36 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Dorcus Construction Company, Inc has worked on at least
81.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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15 projects
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Home Additions |
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6 projects
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New Constructions |
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5 projects
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Commercial Renovations |
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10 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
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4 projects
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Multi-room remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Dorcus Construction Company, Inc mostly works on
home addition
and kitchen remodel
projects.
Pricing
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4 projects
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< $5k |
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7 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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12 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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8 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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8 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $44,446. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Dorcus Construction Company, Inc
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Renovation to include: <b>2nd floor bathrooms</b>: in primary bathroom we will remove existing bathtub and shower to be replace by new tile shower and new freestanding bathtub remove existing toilet and install new toilet in existing shower area; in bathroom room #2 remove existing shower to install new tub/shower combo replace existing toilet and pedestal sink with new toilet and ped... see more
Valuation:
$193,000
Permit #:
492901
Status:
issued
Fee:
$226
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
One story addition of 22'x31 consisting of a new bedroom with walk in closet and a full bathroom. fireplace insert will be installed in new bedroom. <div>
Valuation:
$299,000
Permit #:
495256
Status:
issued
Fee:
$538
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
Installing 5 new receptacle outlets in basement craft area. adding 2 garage receptacle outlets to existing attached garage circuit. adding a ceiling fan with single pole switch to existing garage circuit. (no construction this is an existing finished basement)<div>
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
490296
Status:
complete
Fee:
$348
Permit Type:
Elecperm
Building Type:
N/A
Addition of 14'x22 to be a bedroom also converting part of the dining room into a full bathroom and closet.<div>
Valuation:
$176,000
Permit #:
492888
Status:
issued
Fee:
$469
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchen remodel. may require additional circuits. receptacle relocation to new layout. appliance circuits relocated or added. lighting changes. no building permit as there is no structural work being completed with this remodel
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
494253
Status:
complete
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
Elecperm
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of the first floor demolish a few walls to expand the living and dining room. kitchen scope of work will be new cabinetry flooring appliances fixtures and paint colors
Valuation:
$93,000
Permit #:
494139
Status:
complete
Fee:
$357
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
Electrical for interior renovation to include: renovating the dining room in to an office space and pantry with coffee bar. renovating mud room/laundry room area. adding lighting and receptacle outlets in each space per minimum code and customers requests. may need to upgrade smoke detector system if required. gfci and afci protection will be added per minimum code requirements
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
499568
Status:
complete
Fee:
$231
Permit Type:
Elecperm
Building Type:
N/A
New wiring installation for a new bedroom and bathroom addition. addition will include a new mini-split hvac system. will include a new sub panel or panel replacement due to current panel being maxed out with existing circuits and tandem breakers.<div>related permit #492888</div>
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
497469
Status:
issued
Fee:
$231
Permit Type:
Elecperm
Building Type:
N/A
Construct a 23'9"x10 covered porch on the front of the existing house and a deck on the rear of the house with a pergola and hot tub per plans. hot tub to be permitted separately
Valuation:
$120,000
Permit #:
495286
Status:
issued
Fee:
$239
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
Bathroom remodel (ceiling and wall coverings will remain in place) that may include: replacing bathroom fan adding light outlet above shower replace devices with new<div>no construction </div>
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
494251
Status:
complete
Fee:
$70
Permit Type:
Elecperm
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel kitchen including deletion of existing powder room and wall between dining room and kitchen. install steel beam in lieu of walls to be removed. create new powder room in existing laundry room. install new cabinets and appliances in kitchen
Valuation:
$95,000
Permit #:
484140
Status:
complete
Fee:
$276
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
Electrical for master bedroom suite addition. wiring for new bedroom addition bathroom and replace electrical panels as needed per minimum code. wiring for (2) hvac units inside and outside. related building permit #: 495256<div>*8/11/25 revision - future hot tub pad underground conduit and junction installed from the new addition panel. </div><div>
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
497001
Status:
issued
Fee:
$263
Permit Type:
Elecperm
Building Type:
N/A
Remodeling the existing primary bathroom. work to include removing bathtub install of: new shower vanity with sink toilet linen closet and pocket door to bedroom
Valuation:
$49,500
Permit #:
490297
Status:
complete
Fee:
$276
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
Installing (4) recessed lights (1) ceiling fan/light (1) receptacle outlet and (3) switches for screen porch being rebuilt at rear of residence.<div>building permit # 495263</div>
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
496313
Status:
complete
Fee:
$231
Permit Type:
Elecperm
Building Type:
N/A
Remove existing wall paneling in bedroom bathroom hallway and stairway. remove drop ceiling in bedroom. install wall and ceiling framing as needed. install drywall on wall and ceiling framing as needed. replace vanity flooring and fixtures in bathroom. replace existing windows no change in size to windows
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
480944
Status:
complete
Fee:
$292
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
Interior alteration - convert existing bedroom #2 into a primary/owner's bathroom w new walk-in closet. convert existing primary bathroom and existing closet into hallway space with new entrance to primary bedroom
Valuation:
$87,000
Permit #:
486994
Status:
complete
Fee:
$276
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
Replace 2 receptacles on rear of residence with new boxes devices and covers due to corrosion and rot. addition one new receptacle for deck lighting by deck stairs for low voltage lighting power supply.<div>related permit #491640</div><div>**8/29/25 revision - include having the existing sub panel inspected and securing the ser cable and installing a generator breaker interlock system... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
498130
Status:
complete
Fee:
$263
Permit Type:
Elecperm
Building Type:
N/A
We will construct a 30'x30 garage addition attached to the right side of the existing 24'x36 three-car detached garage
Valuation:
$119,000
Permit #:
500097
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
To building an addition on the rear of the house it will be basement and first floor. basement floor will be 22'x12 being a rec room. first floor will be 23'x13 being a sunroom. attached on both sides will be open decks right side measuring 8'x12 and left 15'x14. <div>
Valuation:
$192,000
Permit #:
495259
Status:
issued
Fee:
$602
Permit Type:
Resuses
Building Type:
N/A
Installing necessary wiring disconnects and breakers for 3 hvac systems.<div>installing outside receptacle near odu's.</div>
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
494527
Status:
issued
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
Elecperm
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | NAT-63922-2 |
| Status | Active |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
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License Not Verified
| License # | 52003 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | Contractor Corp Part |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of May, 2016. Check the current license status of Dorcus Construction Company, Inc with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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License Not Verified
| License # | 52003 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Maryland |
| Type | Contractor (Corppart) Home Improvement |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of May, 2016. Check the current license status of Dorcus Construction Company, Inc with the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation
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Inactive License
| License # | 73169 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Maryland |
| Type | Home Improvement |
- According to the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.
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110
BuildZoom Score
590
Permits
- Building permit records show that Dorcus Construction Company, Inc has worked on 590 permitted projects.
Dorcus Construction Company, Inc Employees
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Dorcus Construction Company Inc
Owner
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Steve Dorcus
Owner
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Steven Michael Dorcus