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J.M. LEE

CONSTRUCTION CO.

J.M. Lee Construction Co.
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FULL-SERVICE GENERAL CONTRACTOR · DECATUR, GA

Built right.
From first walkthrough
to final key.

Commercial buildouts, custom homes, renovations and insurance rebuilds, delivered by a licensed, certified team that keeps you informed at every stage.

FROM THE FIRST WALKTHROUGH TO THE FINAL DETAIL.

NASCLA GENERAL CONTRACTOR · MBE CERTIFIED · DBE CERTIFIED · LSBE CERTIFIED · MINORITY-OWNED · EST. 2021

FINANCING PARTNERS

Subject to credit approval

Momnt

Home improvement financing. Apply right on our site.

Regions

Home financing for renovations and new builds.

Slice

Flexible project financing options.

TRUSTED BY

The Athlete’s Foot

Southern Fire Kitchen

Black Coffee

Beautiful Beauty Spa

Sign & Close

01 / WHERE DO YOU WANT TO START?

Three kinds of clients.
One standard.

Commercial

Restaurant, Retail & Office Buildouts

White box to grand opening, with permits, inspections and health department sign-off handled.

Luxury Residential

Custom Homes & High-End Renovation

Ground-up custom builds and full transformations, with financing ready before you break ground.

24-hour response

Fire Damage & Insurance Rebuilds

We document the loss, talk to your adjuster directly and rebuild it right.

FOUNDER & CEO

Dr. Justin M. Lee, Sr., MBA

Morehouse College BA · LSU MBA · South College DBA

02 / WHO WE ARE

A contractor that runs like a developer.

Founded in 2021 by Dr. Justin M. Lee, Sr., MBA, J.M. Lee Construction is a minority-owned general contractor headquartered in Decatur, Georgia. We hold a National NASCLA General Contractor License and MBE, DBE and LSBE certifications, so we can bid public work, meet diversity requirements on your project and mobilize across state lines.

2021

Founded in Decatur

15+

States we operate in

$40M+

Constructed

  • Organized on Houzz Pro. Estimates, schedules, photos and messages in one client portal.
  • Cost-plus transparency. You see the real numbers.
  • Self-performing crews plus vetted subs under written contract.
  • Financing built in. We help line up funding before work begins.

OUR TEAM

Meet the team behind
J.M. Lee Construction.

From the first walkthrough to the final detail, our team brings your project together.

All eight members of the J.M. Lee Construction team, shown in a waist-up group crop
The J.M. Lee Construction team.

03 / WHAT WE DO

Built for complex scopes

Six service lines, each with its own page, so a restaurant owner, a homeowner and an adjuster each land somewhere that speaks to them.

01

Fire & Water Damage Rebuilds

Emergency stabilization, adjuster documentation, demolition and full reconstruction.

02

Restaurant & Retail Buildouts

Kitchen infrastructure, grease interceptors, hoods and tenant improvements from white box to certificate of occupancy.

03

Custom Homes & Luxury Renovation

High-end residential construction with premium finishes, design coordination and financing support.

04

Full Gut & Historic Renovations

Down-to-studs transformations, including historic rehab structured to keep tax credit eligibility.

05

New Construction

Ground-up single-family, multi-family and mixed-use development with pre-construction planning.

06

Design-Build

One contract, one accountable team. Design and construction together so change orders shrink.

04 / OUR WORK

Recent projects

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BEFORE & AFTER

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From burned-out shells and empty white boxes to finished spaces our clients open their doors in.

Southern Fire Kitchen

Southern Fire Kitchen — After
Southern Fire Kitchen — Before

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House — After
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Live from our job sites

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Black Coffee ShopBeautiful Beauty Spa523 James P. BrawleyResidential Fire RestorationThe Athlete's Foot HQOriole Drive House

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05 / INSURANCE RESTORATION

Fire damage? We handle the rebuild and the adjuster.

Most contractors can swing a hammer. Fewer can document a loss properly, hold their scope against an adjuster’s estimate and get you paid for the work that’s actually required. We do both, for homeowners and business owners across Georgia and beyond.

1

Same-week site assessment

We walk the loss, photograph everything and scope what needs rebuilding.

2

We talk to your adjuster directly

You stop being the middleman between your carrier and your contractor.

3

Scope, estimate, supplement

If the initial estimate misses code-required work, we document and supplement it.

4

Rebuild with full documentation

Daily logs and photos throughout, so the carrier never questions what was done.

06 / HOW WE WORK

No surprises, by design

The process every J.M. Lee project follows, so you know what to expect before you sign.

1

Consultation

Free walkthrough and an honest conversation about budget, timeline and financing.

2

Estimate & funding

Written scope with allowances stated plainly, plus a financing path if you need one.

3

Pre-construction

Permits, drawings, subcontractor awards and material lead times locked in.

4

Build

Weekly schedule updates, photo logs 3× per week and coordinated inspections.

5

Closeout

Punch list, final inspection, warranty documents and keys in your hand.

07 / CLIENT REVIEWS

Trusted on both sides of the business

★★★★★
“Justin and his team have always conducted themselves with the upmost professionalism. They consistently produce A+ quality work and never fail to miss a deadline. Justin is dedicated, knowledgeable, responsive, and passionate towards his craft. I would highly recommend J.M Lee Construction company to any of your future residential or commercial real estate projects, no matter the scope of work, big or small.”
Cori Spartana

Cori Spartana

Commercial Real Estate
★★★★★
“Great company and easy to work with. Most importantly they actually care”
Sign & Close LLC.

Sign & Close LLC

Restaurant Owner
★★★★★
“J. M. Lee was able to replace my A/C unit within a week of my request. The owner Dr. Lee was very communicative throughout the process and spoke to me and my claims adjuster directly. The team followed up and checked in within two days and completed an initial inspection and since has run smooth. I would highly recommend this company and will use again in the future.”
Darion Banister

Darion Banister

Insurance Claim
★★★★★
“they did a cool job building my house was super quick and professional thank you guys also thank you austin for following up every single Sec Note”
Muhameed Ashraf

Muhameed Ashraf

New Home Owner
★★★★★
“J.M. Lee Construction recently completed a full renovation of our home, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome. From the new kitchen and bathrooms to the updated flooring and paint, everything looks incredible. The team was always responsive, professional, and respectful of our space. They made the entire process stress-free and delivered stunning results. If you’re looking for a reliable contractor for a full home remodel, look no further!”
Makala Gill

Makala Gill

Home Owner
★★★★★
“We hired J.M. Lee Construction to replace the flooring throughout our home, and they did an amazing job! The new hardwood floors look stunning, and the installation was smooth and professional. They were also very respectful of our home and kept everything clean throughout the process. Highly recommend them for any home improvement projects in Atlanta!”
Hunter Harris

Hunter Harris

Home Owner
★★★★★
“We had both our kitchen and bathroom remodeled by J.M. Lee Construction, and the results are stunning! The team is incredibly knowledgeable and worked with us to create spaces that exceeded our expectations. Their communication throughout the project was excellent, and the quality of work is first-class. I highly recommend J.M. Lee Construction for anyone in Atlanta looking to remodel their home!”
Caleb Ridgley

Caleb Ridgley

Home Owner
★★★★★
“Awesome team! They renovated my entire mansion from start to finish and I am in love with the work! Since then, I’ve been referring their services to tons of my colleagues. I’m very picky and detailed oriented, we had both patience with each other throughout the whole process and I was extremely impressed with the turnout.”
AJ Dewberry

AJ Dewberry

Home Owner
★★★★★
“J.M. Lee Construction did a fantastic job on our kitchen renovation. They were timely, respectful of our home, and kept everything clean throughout the process. The transformation is amazing—we now have a modern, open kitchen that we absolutely love. If you're looking for a reliable general contractor for kitchen or bathroom remodels in Atlanta, J.M. Lee Construction is the way to go!”
Jessica Gregoire

Jessica Gregoire

Home Owner
★★★★★
“We just wrapped up a full home remodel with J.M. Lee Construction, and the results are beyond what we imagined. They transformed our outdated home into a modern masterpiece. Every aspect of the job was handled with professionalism and care. The team made sure we were happy with every detail, and their work has truly elevated our living space. For anyone considering a full remodel in Atlanta, J.M. Lee Construction is the company to go with!”
Montenay Thomas

Montenay Thomas

Home Owner
★★★★★
“Justin and his team were very professional and fast. They created the kitchen and bathroom that I envisioned. I enjoyed seeing the the transformation and would recommend J. M. Lee Construction to anyone in need of a contractor!”
Marjoya Ellidridge

Marjoya Ellidridge

Home Owner
★★★★★
“J.M. Lee Construction did an amazing job on my construction project. They were professional, communicated clearly, stayed on budget, and finished on time. The quality of work exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!”
Michael Espiro

Michael Espiro

Home Owner
★★★★★
“The pricing is excellent, and the work quality is top-notch. They also work very quickly and efficiently.”
Misa Brass

Misa Brass

Home Owner
★★★★★
“JM Lee Construction did an amazing job! he painted my home inside and out and was very professional! I will be using them again!”
Tia Suggs

Tia Suggs

Home Owner

08 / FINANCING

Don't let capital stall the project.

We partner with lenders so a good project doesn’t die waiting on cash. Apply for Momnt financing right here, or talk with our team about Regions Home Financing and Slice.

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Momnt

Home improvement financing with a fast online application.

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  • Decision without leaving our site
  • For renovations, rebuilds and upgrades

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Bank financing

Regions

Home financing through Regions for renovations and new construction.

  • Renovation and construction options
  • Established national lender
  • We coordinate draws with the bank

Flexible financing

Slice

Flexible project financing options for qualified clients.

  • Options for a range of project sizes
  • Simple application
  • Our team helps you choose

Commercial and investor projects

Larger scopes need different capital. We help structure it.

Commercial construction draws
Bank / GMP
Owner-occupied commercial
SBA 504 / 7(a)
Renovation & rehab loans
203k / HomeStyle
Investor & short-term
Hard money

Financing is provided by third-party lenders and is subject to credit approval. Terms, rates and availability vary by lender and applicant. J.M. Lee Construction Co. does not make credit decisions.

FOR OWNERS, DEVELOPERS & PROCUREMENT

Download our capability statement

Everything a procurement team needs to qualify us, on one page.

  • NASCLA license & state coverage
  • MBE / DBE / LSBE certifications
  • NAICS codes
  • Core competencies
  • Past performance
  • Insurance & bonding

J.M. LEE CONSTRUCTION CO.

Capability
Statement

NASCLA · MBE · DBE · LSBE

Core competencies
State coverage
Past performance
Insurance & bonding

09 / GET IN TOUCH

Tell us about your project

Headquarters
1932 Austin Dr., Decatur, GA 30032
Hours
Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Emergencies 24/7

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