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Top-Rated Custom home builders in Exeter - Updated Nov 2026

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Borrell Construction Service LLC
3.0(
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Serving Exeter, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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"Well the guy was suppose to get back to me with a quote and basic design but never got in touch with me again. It also seemed like we talked more about financing (they do internal financing) then we did about the actual addition. Definitely was a turn off but I did not write them off until they never contacted me again.
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Front view of the covered wrap around porch, with white porch railings and columns. The lattice work below the porch helps to give a backdrop for the shrubbery.
Exterior view of the in-progress attached garage addition build. As you can see, the necessary siding was removed from the existing home so we could attach the garage build.
Overall view of the newly constructed back deck, which leads to the now covered patio area, via the spiral staircase.
Front view of the log cabin entry room addition highlights the stunning front door with dual sidelights.
Back view shows how much the new build towers above the existing one-story homes in the neighborhood.

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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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E. Thomas Home Improvement
5.0(
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Serving Exeter, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"We have been very pleased with the work completed by E. Thomas throughout the last 4+ years. We love supporting a family business and working with E. Thomas has been so easy. He communicates well, offers fair prices and completes all work on time. It has been great to have a reliable contractor with such a wide range of skills."
Shower Install
Full House remodel done for a Flip
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New toilet, vanity and a new tile floor. Customer wallpapered and painted .
Full bath remodel

+89

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Red Rooster Construction
4.9(
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Serving Exeter, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Rich and the crew were professional, courteous and went of heir way to ensure we had the best work, including dealing with incompetence at Home Depot, which screwed up the materials we ordered. Red Rooster took care of that and was dead on with the timeline and incredible work. 100% reliable and we will be working with them again on future projects."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Trinity Contracting & Handyman Service
5.0(
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Serving Exeter, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

we love a challenge , the unique the complex we strive to deliver our customers a finished project that exceeds expectation and proud to make an honest attempt to bring all in under budget with more than expected features

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Exeter, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Loay Jabbar provided the information I needed quickly and clearly. I immediately signed up for full coverages for our two homes because of the discounts offered and because of the quality of service that Loay is saying and promising Choice Home Warranty provides to its customers. I have bad experiences with other home warranty companies so I am hoping I found the best company that would deliver the best service."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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All Phase Construction
5.0(
3
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Serving Exeter, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

General Repairs, Roofing, Masonry, Drywall/Spackeling, Concrete, Carpentry, Property Maintenance, we do metal roofs, shingle, rubber, all type of shakes etc. Parging chimneys, brick, block stuck etc. And all General Construction and repairs.. No job to big or to small!! in business since 2011 Family owned and operated. We Garunteed All of our work and Quality is Top Notch! Give us a call well get your home looking beautiful again! GARUNTEED LOWEST PRICES!!

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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

A green home is one that focuses on conservation, with the goal often being net-zero carbon emissions and self-sustainability. It will often include some kind of self-generation equipment, like solar panels or a small wind turbine, high-efficiency electrical components and mechanicals, and high-quality insulation and air sealing to reduce the loss of conditioned air. Many green homes also include xeriscaping or rainwater collection to cut down on drainage and water consumption.

One of the best ways to negotiate with a homebuilder is to forgo price reductions. Instead, negotiate over upgrades and incentives, as many builders are more willing to go down that road than to decrease their own fee. Even if they were willing to take a cut, a reputable homebuilder often knows their worth, so a willingness to negotiate could be a red flag. Beyond that, builders are typically willing to negotiate closing costs instead of offering a discount on the base price.

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

Modular homes are more affordable than stick-built homes if you keep quality and square footage equal. The cost to build a home averages $323,000, while average modular home prices sit at {AvgCost}. If you’re looking for custom or luxury options, a traditional custom home costs $825,000, while a high-end modular home costs $600,000, on average.

On average, the cost of a home builder is about $150 per square foot, but that price can range from around $100 to $400 per square foot or more. That puts the typical price range of a standard, 2,000-square-foot house between $200,000 and $800,000. Some factors that affect the price of hiring a home builder include the following:

  • Location of your home and the living cost in the area

  • Type of foundation and framing you choose

  • Quality of the building materials

  • Footprint and layout of the house

  • Number of stories

  • Builder’s experience

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