FAQs

Building a custom home with Homes by Dickerson is a collaborative, guided, and highly personalized experience. From your first conversation to move-in day and beyond, our team places your vision at the center of every decision. You will work closely with our in-house architect, professional interior designers, construction team, and dedicated client care professionals. Our process is designed to feel organized, transparent, and enjoyable, allowing you to focus on creating a home that reflects the way you live.

Homes by Dickerson provides comprehensive warranty coverage to protect your investment and give you peace of mind. This includes a one-year warranty on workmanship and materials, a two-year warranty on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, and manufacturer warranties on select products as provided by each manufacturer. Our in-house warranty team is available to support you after move-in and ensure your home continues to perform as beautifully as it was built.

The base price of your custom home includes the full scope of work agreed upon during the design and pre-construction phase. One of the unique advantages of building with Homes by Dickerson is our fixed-price approach. Your home’s price is established before construction begins based on your architectural plans, design selections, and specifications. This provides clarity, confidence, and financial transparency from day one.

Yes. Homes by Dickerson manages all required permits and inspections in accordance with local municipalities. In addition, our homes undergo third-party green and performance inspections to ensure quality, efficiency, and long-term durability. Clients are also welcome to hire independent third-party inspectors if they choose.

Yes. We fully support third-party inspections and welcome the additional peace of mind they can provide. Our team is happy to coordinate access as needed during the appropriate phases of construction.

The typical timeline to build a custom home ranges from six to twelve months, depending on the size, complexity, and level of customization. This timeline includes planning, permitting, construction, and final walkthroughs. Your builder will provide a detailed schedule and keep you informed throughout the process.

Yes. Homes by Dickerson offers three flexible paths to creating your ideal floor plan. You may choose to build one of our existing plans, customize an existing plan to better suit your needs, or work directly with our in-house architect to design a fully custom home from the ground up. Each option allows for thoughtful personalization while maintaining structural integrity and design excellence.

Inspection requirements vary by municipality. Homes by Dickerson adheres to all local inspection requirements and completes additional third-party green and performance inspections. Your builder can provide specific details based on your home’s location.

The typical timeline to build a custom home ranges from six to twelve months, depending on the size, complexity, and level of customization. This timeline includes planning, permitting, construction, and final walkthroughs. Your builder will provide a detailed schedule and keep you informed throughout the process.

Weather considerations are built into your construction schedule from the start. While unforeseen conditions can occur, our team proactively plans to minimize disruptions. If weather impacts progress, your builder will communicate promptly and clearly, with the goal of staying as close as possible to your anticipated closing date.

Yes. Design changes can be made during construction, though they may affect cost and schedule. Any changes are documented through a formal change order process, ensuring transparency and approval before work proceeds.

You will receive formal construction updates twice per month, typically on the first and third Wednesday. In addition, you will remain in regular contact with your builder team and are always welcome to reach out with questions throughout the sales, construction, and warranty phases.

Before construction starts, you will complete our comprehensive pre-construction process. This ensures architectural plans, design selections, pricing, permits, and schedules are finalized, allowing the build to move forward efficiently and with confidence.

Homes by Dickerson offers a fixed-price contract. Once your home is under contract, pricing is locked in unless you choose to make changes during construction. Any changes are clearly outlined in advance through approved change orders.

We proudly partner with Twin State Lending as our preferred lender. They work closely with our clients to explore financing options such as conventional loans, jumbo loans, or construction-to-permanent loans, helping you choose the solution that best fits your goals.

The base price of your custom home includes the full scope of work agreed upon during the design and pre-construction phase. One of the unique advantages of building with Homes by Dickerson is our fixed-price approach. Your home’s price is established before construction begins based on your architectural plans, design selections, and specifications. This provides clarity, confidence, and financial transparency from day one.

No. With our fixed-price approach, the cost of your home remains consistent throughout construction. Additional costs only occur if you choose to make changes after going under contract, and those costs are reviewed and approved by you in advance.

Construction loan draws are typically issued at major milestones, such as completion of framing, drywall, and trim. Draw schedules vary by lender, and your lender will provide specific details.

Yes. Your home’s price is fully established and approved before construction begins. This fixed price provides peace of mind and financial clarity as you move forward.

Homes by Dickerson offers an in-house warranty team composed entirely of our own employees. This team specializes in our homes, vendors, and systems, ensuring efficient and knowledgeable service should any issues arise.

Routine homeowner maintenance is essential to protecting your investment. This includes landscaping care, HVAC maintenance, and septic service if applicable. All recommended maintenance items are thoroughly reviewed during your homeowner orientation prior to move-in.

You will contact your dedicated Client Care Representative for any warranty-related needs. For additional details, we invite you to visit our warranty page or reach out to our team directly.