Delaware Home Builders
Building Dream Homes From Foundation To Finish
Why Choose Us
For 38 years, Carl Deputy and Son Builders has been family owned and operated in Central Delaware. Serving Delaware in mostly Kent and Sussex counties, We have been dedicated to setting the benchmark for quality custom homes and remodeling.
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Custom Home Building
Carl Deputy and Son Builders has long been one of Delaware’s leading custom home builders. When crafting your custom home, we focus on making it truly yours, considering your lifestyle, design preferences, and feelings about your current home. We aim to streamline the process with a personalized approach, guiding you with ease and confidence.
Build On Your Lot Building
We provide the option to build according to one of our versatile, pre-designed floor plans, customize them, or use your own plan on the homesite and location you prefer. As build on your lot builders, we support you every step of the journey from the moment you choose the perfect plot for your build, through the design phase of your home, and up to arranging financing.
Home Renovations
We don’t just build new homes. Our skilled craftsman can also help you renovate your existing home. We can assist with any home renovation, but bathroom and kitchen renovations are where our work really shines. From small renovations to full remodels, there’s no project Carl Deputy and Son Builders can’t handle.
Find Your Dream Home Layout
We can help you design your own unique home layout or you can customize one of our existing floor plans. Find inspiration for your new home by browsing over a dozen of our proprietary floor plans.
The Cypress House Floor Plan
The Cypress features a flexible design that caters to a variety of living preferences, showcasing a private master suite and two additional bedrooms on the ground floor. This arrangement seamlessly accommodates different living situations under one roof. At the core of the Cypress is its open-concept layout, boasting a large great room that flows into a kitchen designed with entertaining in mind, complete with diverse island configurations and multiple guest bathroom options. The upper level offers an expansive, unfinished space, providing the opportunity to customize it into additional bedrooms, bathrooms, or a broad, multipurpose area as desired. With its emphasis on single-story living, generous storage solutions, and wide-ranging personalization choices, the Cypress is adept at meeting your unique lifestyle needs.
2,060
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The Chesapeake House Floor Plan
The Chesapeake embodies classic elegance with its timeless design, offering versatility and ample space for expansion. On the main level, you’ll find all the desired features, including the possibility to transform the dining room into a bedroom, enhancing the home’s flexibility. Adding a covered porch adjacent to the great room allows for an extended living space that merges indoor comfort with the beauty of the outdoors. The upper level hosts 2-3 well-designed bedrooms and a bathroom, catering to both family needs and guest accommodations. The ground floor is distinguished by a luxurious owner’s suite with an expansive bathroom, offering a secluded retreat, complete with the option for direct porch access. The living room impresses with its dramatic two-story ceiling, adding to the home’s spacious feel. The Chesapeake presents a variety of exterior options, ranging from simple lines to craftsman details or even a farmhouse-inspired look, ensuring there’s a style to suit every taste. This two-story home has been meticulously designed to be as flexible and customizable as possible, meeting a wide range of preferences and requirements.
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The Plymouth House Floor Plan
The Plymouth, our premier and most sought-after floor plan, embodies open-concept living with its distinctive split bedroom layout. Featuring a sizable master suite complete with a walk-in closet and oversized bathroom, the Plymouth offers versatility in its design. Available in various configurations, you can opt for a single-story version with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, or elevate your space with a two-story model that accommodates 3 to 5 bedrooms and 3 baths. Perfect for entertaining, its open floor plan and split bedroom design make hosting a breeze. Additionally, the home boasts a large, unfinished second level, accessible via stairs, ready for customization. Whether you’re looking to add extra bedrooms, a media room, or your very own gym, the potential to tailor this space is limitless.
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What Our Clients Say
Delaware’s Premier Custom Home Builder
Some consider us to be the best custom home builders in Delaware, but we’ll leave it to you to decide if we deserve that title. We aren’t a home mill producing dozens of houses each month like some Delaware builders. You’re more than a job number when you work with Carl Deputy and Son Builders.
We’re a local family-owned and operated home contractor that believes in building lasting relationships with our community. You’ll work directly with our team of experienced architects and skilled craftsmen to produce a house you can truly call a home. For over 30 years, we’ve delivered projects on time and on budget, but we take the time to ensure we’re building something you’ll love. We work hard to ensure your satisfaction with our delivery of unique designs, quality craftsmanship, and unrivaled attention to detail. Contact us today if you’re ready to work with a knowledgeable team that puts you first with an emphasis on personalized service.
The Local Delaware Home Builders Near You
Create the custom home you’ve always envisioned on your property in Kent or Sussex County, Delaware. Carl Deputy and Son Builders is located in Felton but serves all of Kent and Sussex Counties, including Dover, Camden, Rising Sun-Lebanon, Harrington, Lewes, Seaford, Georgetown, Millsboro, Milford, Laurel, and more.
Whether you have a specific lot in mind or need help finding the perfect location, our expert team will guide you every step of the way through the homebuilding process. We’ll come to you for a site inspection and a free initial consultation.
Contact Us TodayView Our Available Properties
Carl Deputy and Son Builders has homesites located throughout Delaware. View our available lots and contact us for more information on listings you’re interested in.
Have Building Questions?
Considering building a new home or starting a home renovation? Have questions about our available lots or our building processes? Our team is here to serve you. We’re available Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM to provide honest advice and answers to your questions. You can speak with a member of our team by filling out the form below and we’ll respond as soon as possible.
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