About

Celebrating 50 years of custom home design and craftsmanship.

Homes By Dickerson has been building custom homes in the Raleigh area since 1975. Founded by Louis Dickerson, the company quickly made a name for itself by entering and winning its first Parade of Homes entry that same year. In 1984, Linwood Strickland joined the company and later became the next owner in the 1990s. Recognizing the competitive nature of the Triangle’s growing housing market, Linwood introduced innovative practices, including the creation of a dedicated Client Care Department and the development of the company’s first client care manual. He also wrote the first business plan, setting a clear vision for future growth.

Jon Showalter, our current COO, began his journey with Homes By Dickerson as a builder in the mid-1990s. In 2004, Brant Chesson, now our CEO, joined the team. During the challenging period of the 2008 housing recession, Brant initiated a strategic transition into ownership of the company. Under his leadership, Homes By Dickerson adapted by focusing on realtor and buyer outreach, ultimately gaining market share and positioning the company for long-term success.

In 2009, we built our first National Green Built Certified home, marking the beginning of our ongoing commitment to high-performance, energy-efficient homes. This approach underscores our belief in building not just beautiful homes, but homes that stand the test of time—ensuring our clients receive the best quality for their investment. Fast forward to 2025, we are proud to have built over 6,000 homes and expanded into four divisions across two states.

Our accomplishments over the past 50 years include:

  • Over 200 Parade of Homes entries with numerous awards
  • Multiple MAME Builder of the Year wins
  • Being named Builder of the Year by the Home Builders Association on several occasions
  • Serving as the builder for the 2011 Duke Children's Miracle Home charity
  • Building the 2016 HGTV Smart Home
  • Building and donating a home to the Raleigh Dream Center

Throughout our history, we have stayed true to our founding principles: Service, Design, Commitment, Quality, Craftsmanship, and Flexibility. These core values guide every decision we make and every home we build. We are proud to be a locally owned, private company dedicated to fostering lasting relationships with our clients, vendors, and the communities we serve.

At Homes By Dickerson, we take pride in never building the same home twice. Every home is a unique reflection of our clients' dreams, built with meticulous attention to detail by some of the most talented professionals in the industry. As we celebrate our 50th year in 2025, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and the legacy of quality craftsmanship that has defined us for half a century.

<span>Continuing</span> Our Legacy
Continuing Our Legacy

Homes By Dickerson is proud to have been building custom homes for nearly 50 years. Listen in as our President, Brant Chesson, reflects on the legacy of Homes By Dickerson and what sets us apart as a custom builder.

HOMES BY DICKERSON

Meet the HBD team

Since 1975, Homes By Dickerson has been comprised of the most exceptional individuals in the home building industry, each contributing their unique talents to our custom-built designs.

CORE VALUES
CORE VALUES

Listen as our President, Brant Chesson, shares the core values on which Homes By Dickerson was founded and continues to operate today.

Choosing the team who will build your home is one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. You are trusting our team to understand the needs and desires of your family and to weave those values into the foundation of your new home. When you partner with the Homes By Dickerson team, you are deciding to build with dedicated and passionate professionals who understand that your home holds all that is dear to you.

We imagine, dream, create, and build by reviewing each detail, striving for the highest level of quality and craftsmanship possible. To us, you are more than just a client. The service you will receive throughout the building process reflects our commitment and respect for the families and memories you are bringing to the homes we design and build.

Zac Aldridge
Zac Aldridge
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Teddy Alexander
Teddy Alexander
ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Craig Ashford
Craig Ashford
IT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Cliff Atchison
Cliff Atchison
CMA, CCIFP, EA CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Miles Avent
Miles Avent
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Jonathan Bailey
Jonathan Bailey
SC DIVISION PRESIDENT
Rachel Bailey
Rachel Bailey
SC DIVISION VICE PRESIDENT
Cheralyn Baker
Cheralyn Baker
SALES ASSOCIATE
Graham Barnhill
Graham Barnhill
SUPERINTENDENT
Joe Bayless
Joe Bayless
SUPERINTENDENT
Zach Beale
Zach Beale
CLIENT CARE REPRESENTATIVE
Chevy Beale
Chevy Beale
ESTIMATOR
Peyton Bertwell
Peyton Bertwell
PROJECT MANAGER
Madison Blashaw
Madison Blashaw
CLIENT CARE COORDINATOR
Gretchen Carhart
Gretchen Carhart
DESIGNER
Brooke Carroll
Brooke Carroll
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
Brant Chesson
Brant Chesson
PRESIDENT
Desiree Commodore
Desiree Commodore
SALES ASSOCIATE
Dave Coy
Dave Coy
PROJECT MANAGER
Lee Ely
Lee Ely
SUPERINTENDENT
Susan Falcone
Susan Falcone
SENIOR DESIGNER
Chris Foss
Chris Foss
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Adam Friedman
Adam Friedman
VP OF CONSTRUCTION
Josh Gardner
Josh Gardner
CLIENT CARE REPRESENTATIVE
Turner Hairr
Turner Hairr
SENIOR DESIGNER
Shireen Hameed
Shireen Hameed
SENIOR SALES ASSOCIATE
Trey Hartley
Trey Hartley
SUPERINTENDENT
Shana Hightower
Shana Hightower
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Tyler Holland
Tyler Holland
ESTIMATOR
Anna Howell
Anna Howell
MARKETING MANAGER
Chad Hutton
Chad Hutton
SUPERINTENDENT
Kelsey Hennington
Kelsey Hennington
Director of HBD Interiors
Matt Duignam
Matt Duignam
Superintendent
Simon Haro Perez
Assistant Superintendent
Addison Hancock
Superintendent
Alyssa Ivey
Alyssa Ivey
DESIGNER
Brandon Jones
Brandon Jones
PROJECT MANAGER
Kristin Kara
Kristin Kara
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Terry Karlson
Terry Karlson
SUPERINTENDENT
Caleb Kinas
Caleb Kinas
SUPERINTENDENT
Ryan Kelly
Ryan Kelly
SC Office Administrator
Marc Masotti
Marc Masotti
VP OF CONSTRUCTION
Cassie May
Cassie May
ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTER
Mary McCall
Mary McCall
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
Cassidy McCarthy
Cassidy McCarthy
DESIGNER
Michael Mehringer
Michael Mehringer
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Eddy Morales-Abella
Eddy Morales-Abella
SUPERINTENDENT
Rachel Morrison
Rachel Morrison
VP OF OPERATIONS
Kelly O'Rourke
Kelly O'Rourke
Director of Planning
Dale Pearce
Dale Pearce
CLIENT CARE REPRESENTATIVE
Mason Randolph
Mason Randolph
SUPERINTENDENT
Clare Ruddy
Clare Ruddy
EMPLOYEE RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Michael Schuman
Michael Schuman
SUPERINTENDENT
Jon Showalter
Jon Showalter
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Ali Starkey
Ali Starkey
NC OFFICE ADMINSTRATOR
Christopher Steyne
Christopher Steyne
VP OF CONSTRUCTION
Max Sullivan
Max Sullivan
Assistant Superintendent
Nick Thagard
Nick Thagard
COMMUNITY SALES MANAGER
Katherine Trogdon
Katherine Trogdon
SENIOR DESIGNER
Lauren Unger
Lauren Unger
DESIGNER
Jack Vorndran
Jack Vorndran
PROJECT MANAGER
Grant Wheelon
Grant Wheelon
CLIENT CARE REPRESENTATIVE
Cam White
Cam White
SUPERINTENDENT
Pam Williams
Pam Williams
CLOSING COORDINATOR
Ali Winslow
Ali Winslow
SENIOR SALES ASSOCIATE
Melvin Woodruff
Melvin Woodruff
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Abigail Taylor
Abigail Taylor
DESIGNER
Ryan Wright
Assistant Superintendent
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