Homes By Dickerson
A 45-year-old Raleigh-rooted custom builder with one of the deepest project records in the Triangle — known for energy-conscious, design-forward homes across Wake, Chatham, and Orange counties.
The story
Founded in 1980 in Raleigh, Homes By Dickerson has built across the Triangle for more than four decades — long enough to weather multiple cycles and refine a process that consistently lands at the top of independent builder evaluations.
The firm operates in the space where a true custom builder and a high-quality semi-custom builder overlap: in-house design integration, a defined-scope contract, and a deep trade base that has worked with the team for years. Energy performance is not an upsell — every home is ENERGY STAR certified and third-party HERS rated.
“A strong first call for an established name with one of the deepest local project records in the Triangle.”
Specialties
Custom & semi-custom
Ground-up builds on owner-supplied or builder-procured lots, with in-house design integration.
High-performance envelope
ENERGY STAR–certified construction, advanced framing, and HERS-rated efficiency targets on every home.
Transitional & modern farmhouse
A house style well-tuned to the Triangle: clean millwork, vaulted living, and warm material palettes.
Defined process & warranty
Fixed-scope contracts, weekly client check-ins, and a multi-year structural warranty as standard.
Featured projects
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Signature floor plans
A short list of the most-requested plans, each available as a starting point for customization on your lot.
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Awards & recognition
- 2025 Triangle Parade of Homes — Gold, Single Family Custom
- 2024 HBA of Raleigh-Wake — Builder of the Year (Finalist)
- ENERGY STAR Certified Builder — every home since 2014
- Indoor airPLUS Partner — U.S. EPA
- Member: NAHB, HBA of Raleigh-Wake County
Where they build
- Raleigh
- Cary
- Apex
- Holly Springs
- Chapel Hill
- Durham
- Wake Forest
- Pittsboro
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Frequently asked
What does it cost to build with Homes By Dickerson?
Most custom projects run $310 to $520 per square foot before land and site work, with the wide range reflecting lot complexity, finish level, and degree of customization. Semi-custom homes inside their existing communities tend to start lower.
Do they build on land I already own?
Yes — Homes By Dickerson regularly builds on client-owned lots across Wake, Chatham, and Orange counties, and will perform site feasibility and budget pre-work before any contract is signed.
What is the typical build timeline?
Plan refinement and permitting typically takes 3 to 5 months, with construction running another 10 to 13 months for a full custom home. Semi-custom homes inside an active community move noticeably faster.
Are their homes energy-efficient by default?
Yes. Every home is built to ENERGY STAR specifications and receives a third-party HERS rating, with options to go further on insulation, glazing, and mechanical systems.
Ready to talk?
Start a project with Homes By Dickerson
Free 30-minute consultation. They’ll review your lot, scope, and budget before committing to anything.
Sources & verification
Profile compiled from the HBA of Raleigh-Wake County member directory, NC Licensing Board for General Contractors, ENERGY STAR Partner Locator, and the 2025 Triangle Parade of Homes award list. Reviews aggregated from independently verified sources. Last updated June 3, 2026.