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Winter Wonderland Home of the Week:: The Fairview in Heritage Wake Forest

Winter Wonderland Home of the Week:: The Fairview in Heritage Wake Forest

Main ExteriorThe Fairview in Heritage is THE picture perfect example of a Winter Wonderland Home!  Retreat to your cozy first-floor master suite or grab a book from the custom built shelves in the family room and relax in front of the fireplace.  Utilize the abundance of counter space for all of your cooking and baking efforts or just sit around the oversized kitchen island and catch up with your family over a cup of hot tea.  Having a few more friends over?  Enjoy the beautiful wooded views from your screen porch and keep warm by the outdoor built-in fireplace!  So many elegant fixtures and features can be found throughout this Homes By Dickerson home from the glossy hardwood floors and butler’s pantry to the claw foot tub in the master suite and the extended window seat in the tremendous upstairs bonus room. Two additional bedrooms and three secondary bathrooms complete the floorplan (one of which boasts French doors and could make a great study!).
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Take advantage of one of the final opportunities to live and play in this award-winning community!  Biking and walking trails, pools, golf course and more-Heritage Wake Forest has it all!  With today’s low interest rates, there could not be a better time to make The Fairview The Home of YOUR Life!

To schedule a private tour of The Fairview or any of our beautiful homes in Heritage, please contact us at 919-917-3132 or info@HomesByDickerson.com

Heritage:: The Fairview
5517 Massey Branch Drive, Rolesville, NC
To view the virtual tour, please click here.
3 bedrooms, 4.0 bathrooms
3146 square feet
Homesite 3302-MLS # 1963923
$499,900

Winter Wonderland Home of the Week:: The Tatsworth in Traditions at Wake Forest

Winter Wonderland Home of the Week:: The Tatsworth in Traditions at Wake Forest

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Take advantage of this beautiful sunny day to come view our Tatsworth floorplan in the wooded enclave of Bridgewater at Traditions in Wake Forest!  This elegant craftsman-style home offers a cozy front porch and a stone/shake combination front elevation but one of the highlights of this magnificent home is the expansive front lawn and private, wooded backyard!  Pull into your driveway, over your stone bridge and park in front of your 3-car garage;

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walk your curved walkway to your front porch with its solid wood columns, wrought-iron railing and custom door; and enter the spacious foyer of The Home of YOUR Life!  Imagine the quiet peacefulness you will enjoy in your personal study with its custom French doors or the entertaining you can accomplish in your formal dining room with its oversized wainscoating and trey ceiling.

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Beautiful hardwoods extend through your convenient butler’s pantry and elegant gourmet kitchen.

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So many details are available for you to see-you could spend hours imagining your personal touches on this home and the memories your family will be able to make!  Elongated windows line the back wall of the home allowing natural sunlight to come through the screen porch, stream over the breakfast nook and family room boasting coffered ceilings, built-in wall shelves and a charming fireplace.  A guest suite complete with a full bath can also be found on the main floor!

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Take your staircase to the second floor which features an open hallway, elegant light fixtures, bronze fixtures and granite countertops in the bathroom and so much more!  Not only will you find a spacious master suite and 2 secondary bedroom upstairs but also 2 bonus rooms for all of your family’s needs!

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Spend your free time exploring Traditions in Wake Forest with its kayaking and fishing opportunities as well as its scenic views.  Don’t forget to ask about the new clubhouse with its state-of-the-art pool facilities and community activities!

This beautiful home will be snatched up soon-Do not wait for warmer weather to make The Tatsworth in Traditions The Home of YOUR Life!  To schedule a private tour on The Tatsworth or any of our Winter Wonderland Homes, please contact us at 919-917-3132 or info@homesbydickerson.com

Traditions::The Tatsworth 1324 Reservoir View Lane, Wake Forest, NC
To view the virtual tour, please click here.
4 bedrooms, 4.0 bathrooms
3809 square feet
Homesite 16-MLS # 1962726
$668,900

Red Ribbon Home of the Week :: The St. James in Traditions

Red Ribbon Home of the Week :: The St. James in Traditions

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Traditions Wake Forest:: The St. James
1225 Reservoir Lane, Wake Forest, NC
To view the virtual tour, click here.
5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms
3984 square feet
Home Site 31-MLS # 1962702
$675,900

 

 

There are so many exciting things to say about this PARADE OF HOMES GOLD WINNER, that it is hard to know where to start! I could mention that it was the only home to receive a PERFECT SCORE during the Parade of Homes judging or that this MOVE-IN READY SHOWCASE HOME features an open floor plan, perfect for both entertaining and intimate family gatherings. Located in Bridgewater, the desirable new enclave of Traditions Wake Forest, the St. James boasts a first-floor master suite, intricate tile design leading to raised ceilings in the gourmet kitchen, and elongated windows in the back of the home sharing a view of the tiled screen porch and wooded home site. Incredible craftsmanship can be found throughout the home from the stained coffered ceiling in the family room to the built-in shelving.

It is imperative to walk this almost 4000 square foot plan to truly appreciate the quality that has been put into every corner of this 5 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home with a generous bonus room on the second floor.  Here are a few pictures inside the home:

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Contact us today to schedule a private tour or attend our Holiday Shopping Retreat next Tuesday, December 9th from 4pm-8pm where you can wrap your Holiday gifts and enjoy delicious treats in a beautiful, luxurious Holiday atmosphere!

For more information or to RSVP for the Holiday Shopping Retreat, please contact us at 919-917-3132 or info@HomesByDickerson.com

Red Ribbon Package Event Extended thru December

Red Ribbon Package Event Extended thru December

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In the spirit of the giving season, Homes By Dickerson has decided to continue our Red Ribbon Package Event through the month of December!  Purchase any of our specially selected move-in ready showcase homes between now and December 31st and receive $2,500 up to $7,500 to use as you choose based upon the home collection.  These beautiful, move-in ready homes, festively decorated with red ribbons on the front door, are located in all of our communities throughout The Triangle and can close by January 29, 2014. See agent for details.

Whether you would like to purchase fencing, blinds or an appliance package for your new Dickerson home, there are a variety of ways to use your Holiday gift!  These high-performance green homes feature a plethora of custom details from exquisite trim to stunning kitchens, luxurious baths and so much more!

Here is a complete listing of eligible homes:

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For more information on our Red Ribbon Package event or to schedule a private tour of any of our move-in ready homes, please contact us at 919-917-3132 or info@HomesByDickerson.com

Here’s a Secret Tip: Don’t forget to ask us about our rate locks on specific homes!  Secure today’s great rates on The Home of YOUR Life!

 

Red Ribbon Package Event starts this Saturday!

Red Ribbon Package Event starts this Saturday!

There is no better time of the year to go for a drive into one of Homes By Dickerson’s new home communities! The falling leaves are stunning shades of gold, orange and russet and the smell of Autumn is in the air. As you drive through any of our beautiful neighborhoods, you will also see bright red bows adorning the front doors of some of our “Showcase Homes.” These holiday bows indicate additional savings on these move-in ready homes, part of our new “Red Ribbon Package Event!”

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From November 8th through November 30th, Homes By Dickerson is offering up to $15,000 “to use as you choose” on any of our Holiday Packages. Whether you want to use these savings for closing costs, rate buy downs, appliances, outdoor living amenities or any of our other packages, you know you are getting an incredible Holiday gift! It is yours “to use as you choose!”

See our Red Ribbon Event 2014 Flyer for a complete list of our “Red Ribbon Showcase Homes” as well as details on the packages and the event. This is the perfect time to become part of the Homes By Dickerson family, just in time for a wonderful Holiday Season!  Here are all of the homes that are eligible and are available for move-in by the end of the year.  Homes must be under contract by November 30th and close by December 18th, 2014.

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Red Ribbon Package Event List of Available Homes

So take that drive through our communities. Park the car and walk around the neighborhood. Wave to your future neighbors. Admire the quality and craftsmanship of our architecture and choose which house is “The Home of YOUR Life!”

Contact us today for a private tour of any of these homes at 919-917-3132 or info@homesbydickerson.com.
The savings value depends on the home and communities collection of plans.  Our Village Collection homes offer a $5,000 savings, $10,000 for Carolina Collection and $15,000 for the Estate Collection.   See agent for details.

Homes by Dickerson receives a Perfect Score at the Parade of Homes

Homes by Dickerson receives a Perfect Score at the Parade of Homes

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Just before the emcees announced the winners for one of our categories, you could look around the Dickerson tables and see a range of emotions from the team members. Some were playing it cool, knowing that we had done everything possible and could not change the outcome at this point. Some had white knuckle grips on the table, crossing fingers and toes in obedience to the rules of superstition. Some were just trying to remember to breathe. Seconds later we heard the name of our St. James Parade Home and not just that it had won the GOLD Award in that category but that it was the only home of the evening to receive a Perfect Score! Our President sat stunned for a moment with something close to disbelief on his face. Not because he didn’t think we could do it or didn’t deserve it but rather he was in awe due to the amazing competition we had gone up against…

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Last night over 700 talented and hardworking builders came together in a size and temperature-challenged ballroom to celebrate the Wake County Home Builder’s Association’s 49th Annual Parade of Homes Awards Banquet. For months, all of these men and women have planned, cleared land, built, cleaned, decorated and spruced up their Parade Homes in hopes of earning the coveted Gold, Silver or Bronze banners they can hang outside their homes. Congratulations to all of the winners from last night and to all of the entrants-we know how hard each of you worked!

Homes By Dickerson is proud to announce that in addition to our Perfect Score bragging rights, we also brought home two Gold Awards and one Silver Award!

Gold Award and Perfect Score!-The St. James II at Traditions in Wake Forest
1225 Reservoir View Lane, Wake Forest
$675,900 | Virtual Tour

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Gold Award! -The Oakmont at Heritage Wake Forest
5721 Massey Branch Drive, Rolesville
$674,900 | Virtual Tour

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Silver Award! -The Walden Pond at Barton’s Grove
1025 Margaret’s Lane, Raleigh
$761,900 | Virtual Tour

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Here are some pictures of the celebration.  We would love for you to visit any of our Parade Homes or Move-In Ready Homes throughout The Triangle! There is still time to make one of these stunning, Award-Winning Parade Homes, The Home of YOUR Life!  Homes will be open one last weekend this Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 5pm each day.

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For more information or to schedule a private tour, please call 919-917-3132 or email us at info@homesbydickerson.com

First weekend of Parade of Homes a success!

First weekend of Parade of Homes a success!

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Beautiful weather and throngs of people made for a great first weekend of the 49th annual Parade of Homes! Over 1400 people came through our 8 stunning Parade Homes this past Saturday and Sunday. The homes had been polished and shined and received rave reviews from Realtors, Builders and the General Public.

These are just a few of the comments we received on these great homes.

“Gorgeous floor plan!”
“Love the attention to detail!”
“Amazing tile work!”
“Beautiful designs and great use of space!”
“Most beautiful front porch ever!”
“Nice wooded back yard with screen porch and fire pit, perfect for entertaining and roasting marshmallows!”

Congratulations to our 1st Parade to the Home of Your Life Winner, Jon Carter.  Jon and his family have won a $50 VISA gift card.

If you have not had a chance to join The Parade, put it on your calendar to venture out October 10-12 or October 17-19, 12noon to 5pm. Only 2 more weekends remain to be a part of this experience!

Here is our line-up of homes:

  • The Franklin at Briar Chapel, 307 Dark Forest, Chapel Hill, $597,900
  • The Chamborde at Briar Chapel, 183 Bennett Mountain Trace, Chapel Hill, $614,900
  • The Lakeview Manor at Croasdaile Farms, 3402 Trail Wood Drive, Raleigh, $910,000
  • The Sullivan II at Traditions, 1301 Reservoir Lane, Wake Forest, $617,900
  • The Walden Pond at Barton’s Grove, 1025 Margaret’s Lane, Raleigh, $761,900
  • The Arramore at Sunset Bluffs, 114 Sunset Bluffs Lane, Fuquay-Varina, $439,900
  • The Oakmont at Heritage Wake Forest, 5721 Massey Branch Drive, Rolesville, $594,900
  • The St. James II at Traditions, 1225 Reservoir View Lane, Wake Forest, $675,900

Not available on the weekends? Contact us at 919-917-3132 or info@homesbydickerson.com to schedule your private tour of any of these 8 beautiful homes today!

Homes by Dickerson is Now on Parade :: #HBDonParade #HBDLife

Homes by Dickerson is Now on Parade :: #HBDonParade #HBDLife

After months of hard work and late hours, Homes By Dickerson has finished building and crafting 8 magnificent Parade Homes for you to see. We have taken every detail of these homes into account from customized floor plans and designs with your family in mind to immaculate landscaping displays and intricate trim details which will WOW you! Come view the quality and craftsmanship found in each of these homes, tour our neighborhoods and ask us how one of these homes can become The Home of YOUR Life.

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Come take a look, share your thoughts on your favorite features in the homes.    We also invite you to join the conversations online on facebook, instagram or twitter.  Share photos of your favorite features and you can use the hashtags  #HBDonParade #HBDLife

Our homes have been polished and shined and await your visit! Here is the complete list::

  • The Franklin at Briar Chapel, 307 Dark Forest, Chapel Hill, $597,900
  • The Chamborde at Briar Chapel, 183 Bennett Mountain Trace, Chapel Hill, $614,900
  • The Lakeview Manor at Croasdaile Farms, 3402 Trail Wood Drive, Raleigh, $910,000
  • The Sullivan II at Traditions, 1301 Reservoir Lane, Wake Forest, $617,900
  • The Walden Pond at Barton’s Grove, 1025 Margaret’s Lane, Raleigh, $761,900
  • The Arramore at Sunset Bluffs, 114 Sunset Bluffs Lane, Fuquay-Varina, $439,900
  • The Oakmont at Heritage Wake Forest, 5721 Massey Branch Drive, Rolesville, $594,900
  • The St. James II at Traditions, 1225 Reservoir View Lane, Wake Forest, $675,900

View any of our homes over the next three Parade Weekends and enter for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card each weekend during the Parade.  A Winners will be selected each Monday following the weekend.  Winners will be contacted via email, phone and social media.

If you are have questions about our homes and communities, or would like to schedule a a private tour during the week, call 919.917.3132 or email info@homesbydickerson.com

 

 

Location :: Location :: Location! Homes by Dickerson has what you are looking for

Location :: Location :: Location! Homes by Dickerson has what you are looking for

We have all heard it a million times-“Location! Location! Location!”
At Homes By Dickerson we know that location is one of the most important factors when purchasing a new home which is why we choose the best areas available in the Triangle to build and grow. Convenience to employment and schools, spacious home sites, wooded views, and spectacular amenities are just a few of the elements we take into consideration. It is imperative that we offer you the best options that we can! Here is a quick introduction to the communities where you can find a custom-built Homes By Dickerson home:

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Barton’s Grove, Raleigh

Bartons Grove Collage Barton’s Grove, an exclusive Homes By Dickerson community, is in full swing! Come view this beautiful enclave of luxurious Estate homes on 2-acre wooded home sites, including our 2014 Parade Home, or personalize one of our plans. Model located in The River Forest, 7000 Barton’s Grove Place, Raleigh, NC 27614. Meetings are by appointment, schedule your private tour today! Single-family homes priced from the $650’s.

Briar Chapel, Chapel Hill

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Experience the beauty of this Master-Planned, Green Community in Chapel Hill, NC where you can discover more than 10 parks, an amphitheater, community garden areas, multi-purpose ball courts and fields, doggie retreats, pools, a Clubhouse, a state-of-the-art fitness center and much more! Ask us about the “Resident for a Day” program where you can enjoy living like a Briar Chapel homeowner. Come view our decorated model home and onsite design center.
Single-family homes priced from the $300’s.

Carrie’s Reach, Raleigh LAST CHANCE OPPORTUNITY!

Carrie's Reach CollageEnjoy the quiet, peaceful setting of this great neighborhood which is convenient to both I-540 and Highway 98. Spend your leisure time fishing, boating and swimming at nearby Falls Lake or hiking and biking on over 26,000 acres of woodlands. An award-winning Homes By Dickerson neighborhood, a stunning home and incredible surroundings await you! Make an appointment to get your private tour today!
Single-family homes priced from the $500’s.

Croasdaile Farm, Durham
Moments from Duke University and the convenience of I-85, Croasdaile Farm offers the best of North Durham on 28 beautifully-wooded home sites. Explore 9 miles of paved walking trails, a picturesque horse barn, a working dairy farm, Boles Lake-a well-stocked 6 ½-acre pond with a fishing pier and gazebo- and Dairy Pond, where fishing is also available. Join the Croasdaile Country Club for golf, swim and tennis amenities or the Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm Community facility for swim and tennis options.
Single-family homes priced from the $650’s

Haywood, North Raleigh NEW COMMUNITY!
View our brand-new, self-developed neighborhood in North Raleigh off Glenwood Avenue and Pinecrest Road which features five new designs optimizing outdoor living space. Choose from 25 wooded home sites, featuring basement opportunities, where you can walk picturesque streetscapes throughout the neighborhood. Ranch-style designs, new elevations and beautiful outdoor living features are all available! This prime location is close to excellent schools and shopping and is within close proximity to Downtown Raleigh and Research Triangle Park.
Single-family homes priced from the $650’s.

Heritage, Wake Forest
Homes by Dickerson offers a wide range of homes and home styles in various price ranges in this award-winning community. It’s no surprise that Heritage has been named Master-Planned Community of the Year multiple times and continues to be the top selling community in the Triangle! Amenities include the Heritage Golf Club, a semi-private course with a 4.5 Star rating, the Heritage Swim and Tennis Club with two swimming pools, lazy river, club house and playgrounds. Miles of walking and biking trails throughout the Wake Forest Greenway, fishing pond, soccer fields, parks, picnic pavilions and playgrounds are just a few of the ways you can spend your time in Heritage. Schools, restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, and more are all right within the community and just a minutes-drive! The factory, a giant sports complex, is within the community as well offering ice skating, basketball, soccer, ballet, dance, karate, crafts and more!
Single-family homes priced from the $400’s.

Sunset Bluffs, Fuquay-Varina
Looking for a quiet, country setting that is still convenient to shopping, Research Triangle Park and Downtown Raleigh? Look no further than Sunset Bluffs, a new community located right on the Holly Springs/Fuquay-Varina border. Brought to you by Bryan Properties, the same developer who created sister communities Sunset Ridge and Sunset Oaks, Homes By Dickerson is proud to be part of the local Builder Team in this great new development.
Single-family homes priced from the $400’s.

Traditions, Wake Forest CLUBHOUSE GRAND OPENING!
Amenities abound with miles of trails, pocket parks and open spaces in this great community in Wake Forest. Homes By Dickerson is proud to be part of the Custom Builder Team in the new Bridgewater Estate Collection of Traditions Wake Forest. Customize your Estate home on one of our ½ acre wooded home sites adjacent to the Wake Forest Reservoir with over 100 acres of natural preservation. Participate in one of the many events that Tradition is hosting during September and October in anticipation of their new clubhouse which will feature a zero-entry resort-style pool with cabanas, a wet deck, and kids’ splash zone. In addition, there will be a pavilion amphitheater with a fire pit, playground, and sand volleyball court. Venture outside of the community to enjoy great shops, dining, grocery stores and much more!
Single-family homes starting from the $600’s.

Call us today at 919-917-3132 or email us at info@homesbydickerson.com to view any of these 8 communities across The Triangle! Also, ask us about our Build on Your Own Lot Program. Whether you have a piece of property that you have been wanting to build on, or need help finding a piece of land, we can help you design, build and create your dream home.

 

 

Homes by Dickerson has the most green certified homes in North Carolina

Homes by Dickerson has the most green certified homes in North Carolina

For Immediate Release September 15, 2014

Homes By Dickerson Recognized as Builder with Most Green Certified Homes in North Carolina

RALEIGH, NC – Homes By Dickerson is pleased to announce that 301 of its custom-built homes have been certified to
the National Green Building Standard (NGBS), making it the builder with the
most Green Certified Homes to the NGBS in North Carolina by more than 40 homes.
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The National Green Building Standard (NGBS) is a certification program designed and implemented by Home Innovation Research Labs, a third-party product testing laboratory and market research facility. Home Innovation Research Labs’ goal is to help their “clients improve the quality, durability, affordability, and environmental performance of homes and home building products” which they achieve by researching the type and quality of materials used in a home after it has closed.

Four levels of certification are offered for the NGBS of which Homes By Dickerson boasts a bronze-level achievement.  Certification for the NGBS is built around a point system which is broken into six different chapters of qualification including: Lot Design, Prep and Development; Resource Efficiency; Energy Efficiency; Water Efficiency; Indoor Environmental Quality; and Operation, Maintenance and Builder/Owner Education.  Each of the six chapters are scored and accumulate points.  In order to be certified to the NGBS, it is mandatory to have all chapters meet the point requirement for that level as well as a minimum cumulative amount of total points.

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“We are incredibly proud of each of our High-Performance, Green homes and that we can be recognized with this honor,” says Brant Chesson, President and CEO.  “It is important to us as a builder that we offer our homeowners peace of mind about their comfort, health, financial savings and impact on the environment.  Achieving certification to the National Green Building Standard is just one of the ways that we accomplish that goal.”

Since the companies’ initial involvement in 2008 with the Energy Star Program, Homes By Dickerson has made “High-Performance, Green Building” one of its top priorities. They currently build to an Energy Star 3.0 Certification and also began building to the voluntary North Carolina HERO Code (High Efficiency Residential Option) in 2013. They also have a commitment to lowering their Home Energy Rating System (HERS) scores which assesses the energy efficiency of a specific home, assigning it a relative performance score. The lower the number, the more energy efficient the home. For perspective purposes, a typical resale home scores 130 on average while a standard new home is awarded a rating closer to 100.

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“One of our most exciting concentrations is our HERS rating. Our 2014 average, is currently at 56 but is consistently getting lower,” says Chesson. “One of our home designs just received a HERS rating of 49 which is a great milestone for us as a ‘High-Performance, Green Builder’ and sets the bar high for all of our future homes.”

About Homes By Dickerson:

Established in 1975, Homes By Dickerson builds high-performance, custom homes throughout The Triangle area of North Carolina.  Named one of the Best Places to Work by the Triangle Business Journal two years in a row, Homes By Dickerson prides itself on its team of talented, passionate and dedicated professionals who strive every day to provide exceptional service to their clients and build beautiful luxury homes.  Each Dickerson home is unique, crafted with the highest quality of materials and attention to detail.  Homes By Dickerson has also become a local leader in homes certified through the National Green Building and Energy Star programs and is a proud member of the Green Home Builders of the Triangle.  They have made it their priority to offer owners enhanced comfort, healthier indoor air quality and lower operating costs while maintaining the highest standards of design, craftsmanship and elegance.

Homes By Dickerson also offers a build-on-your-lot program in addition to homes in the communities of Carrie’s Reach and Barton’s Grove, North Raleigh; Sunset Bluffs, Fuquay-Varina; Haywood and The Hamptons at Umstead, Raleigh; Heritage and Traditions, Wake Forest; Briar Chapel, Chapel Hill; and Croasdaile Farm in North Durham.
For more information on the Award-Winning Homes By Dickerson, please visit our website www.HomesByDickerson.com or contact us at (919) 847-4447.

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