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About us

Building Salem's homes since 1994

More than a construction company. Builders of trust, homes and lasting relationships across three generations of Salem families.

30+ Years building Salem
1000+ Homes delivered
10+ Ongoing projects
S. K. Senthil Kumar, Founder & Managing Director, Chola Builders
S. K. Senthil Kumar B.E Civil · FIV Founder & Managing Director, Chola Builders
The founder

Built by an engineer who wanted to do it right

Chola Builders started in 1994, when Senthil Kumar, a young civil engineer from Salem, set out with one idea: build homes the right way, and stand behind them long after the keys change hands.

Three decades on, that idea hasn't changed. What's grown is the team around him, the technology in our sites, and the trust 1,000+ families have placed in our work.

"At Chola, every project is handled as if it's our own."
S. K. Senthil Kumar Founder, Chola Builders
Our journey

Three decades of building Salem

  1. 1994

    Chola Builders is founded

    S. K. Senthil Kumar, a civil engineer from Salem, starts the company with a small first project and a simple promise: deliver on time, with care.

  2. 2000s

    Building Salem's neighbourhoods

    Apartment, villa and commercial projects across Salem's growing residential corridors. Word-of-mouth from happy families becomes our biggest source of new business.

  3. 2010s

    Beyond the standard home

    New verticals come online: senior living, joint-venture developments and approved plotted layouts, designed for a wider range of life stages and investments.

  4. Today

    1,000+ homes delivered

    We serve a growing community of owners across Tamil Nadu, while taking on Salem's most ambitious next-generation developments.

What we build

Built for every stage of life

Apartments

Comfortable, modern, conveniently located apartments built for contemporary living.

Villas

Spacious, thoughtfully designed villas for families looking for a comfortable lifestyle.

Commercial spaces

Efficiently designed business spaces that help your business thrive.

Senior retirement homes

Safe and accessible homes designed end-to-end for senior living, with the amenities and care that matter.

Real estate plots

Well developed, approved plots in high-growth Salem corridors. A safe long-term investment.

How we work

From the first call to the day you move in

A simple, transparent process. No surprises, no chasing. Here's what working with us looks like.

  1. Discover

    We listen first. Your needs, your budget, your timeline, and the kind of life you want to build inside the home.

  2. Design & approvals

    Our in-house team works through the design, Vaastu, layout and approvals so you don't have to chase paperwork or run between offices.

  3. Build with updates

    Construction with regular site updates and clear milestones. Quality checks at every stage, the same standard whether it's our first project or our six-hundredth.

  4. Handover & after-care

    On-time handover, full documentation, and a relationship that doesn't end at the keys. We're a phone call away, years after you move in.

Our values

What we stand for

The same four ideas have guided every project since 1994.

Quality

We use only trusted materials.

Transparency

You'll always know what's happening.

Timely delivery

We respect your time and your budget.

Customer first

Your satisfaction sets our standard.

The team

Built by people who care

Three decades has given us the one thing money can't buy: a team that has worked together long enough to know exactly how to deliver a Chola home.

In-house engineers

Civil and structural engineers on staff, not subcontracted out. The same team that designs your home oversees its construction.

Site supervisors

Daily supervision and quality checks at every site. Issues caught and fixed early, not at handover.

Customer support

One point of contact through your project. Clear answers when you call, even after handover.

How can we help you?

Pick your preferred way to reach us. We respond fast on every channel.

Or send us a quick message

Visit our office

No. 25/1, First Floor,
Vinayagar Kovil Street, Swarnapuri,
Salem, Tamil Nadu - 636004

Mon – Sat, 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM

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Frequently asked questions

How can I reach your team?
Call or WhatsApp us at +91 96598-44352, or visit us at No. 25/1, First Floor, Vinayagar Kovil Street, Swarnapuri, Salem, Tamil Nadu 636004. Office hours: Mon – Sat, 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM.
When was Chola Builders established?
Chola Builders was established in 1994. As of today we have completed 32+ years in the Salem real estate market.
Who founded Chola Builders?
S.K. Senthil Kumar, a B.E. Civil graduate and Fellow of the Institution of Valuers (FIV). He founded Chola Builders in 1994 and continues to personally lead the company.
How many homes have you delivered?
Over 1000+ homes across Tamil Nadu, primarily in Salem and surrounding districts (Erode, Coimbatore, Namakkal, Dharmapuri).
Are you an engineer-led firm?
Yes. The leadership and design supervision team are qualified civil engineers, with B.E. Civil and FIV (Fellow, Institution of Valuers) credentials on the team.
Are your projects RERA registered?
Yes. Every Chola Builders project is registered under TNRERA before sales begin.

Still have a question? Call +91 96598-44352