Custom Homes Designed for the Way Your Family Lives
Persimmon Homes LLC builds custom homes and remodels throughout Roanoke, Salem, and the New River Valley. We help homeowners create comfortable, functional spaces with thoughtful craftsmanship and personal attention to how they live.
A Rare Approach
Luxury Homes That Reflect the Heart of Southwest Virgina
At Persimmon Homes LLC, every project starts with listening and observing. We believe that the foundation of a great home is understanding the people who will live there and the land it will stand on. Serving Blacksburg, Roanoke, Salem, Christiansburg, Floyd, and Riner, our boutique team brings unmatched expertise in custom home construction, remodels, and landscape engineering for sloped and complex terrain. Our commitment to the 'Pimmen' philosophy means each home is as rare and special as the fruit that inspires our name—never a commodity, always a legacy. Whether you envision a modern farmhouse with artisanal details or require advanced grading and water control, you’ll find precision, care, and creativity at every step. Let’s build a home, not just a house.
Serving discerning clients throughout Blacksburg, Roanoke, and the New River Valley.
Meet Pimmen
Artisanal Craft Meets Engineered Precision in Every Project
Founded by Kenneth Lee and rooted in the New River Valley, Persimmon Homes LLC is known as 'Pimmen' to our friends and clients. Our approach blends the warmth of New England pastel and natural wood aesthetics with the rigor of technical site mastery. From pet-specific dog washes to arts and crafts details, our listening-first process uncovers the subtle needs that make your home truly yours. With a strict focus on local service areas—including Blacksburg, Roanoke, and neighboring communities—we offer a responsive, high-integrity partnership for educated, high-earning families who value both architectural excellence and personal attention.
20+
YEARS IN BUSINESS
Pimmen Values
Six Reasons to Build with Persimmon Homes LLC
We offer a rare blend of artistry, engineering, and attentive service for families in Blacksburg, Roanoke, and beyond.
Technical Site Mastery
Our expertise in grading and drainage for mountain lots addresses the region’s most persistent building challenges.
Responsive, High-Touch Process
From first conversation to final walk-through, you’ll work directly with a responsive, detail-focused team.
Signature Design Features
We’re known for custom touches—from modern farmhouse style to pet-specific amenities—that make your home uniquely yours.
Fire-Resilient Site Planning
Our background in wilderness firefighting means every home is built with defensible space and long-term safety in mind.
Local, Trusted Presence
Pimmen is deeply rooted in the New River Valley, with a reputation for reliability and an A+ BBB rating.
Clear, Consistent Communication
We use formal documentation for all contract-impacting steps and provide frequent updates so you always know where your project stands.
Our Services
Custom Building and Site Solutions for the New River Valley
Persimmon Homes LLC delivers a comprehensive suite of boutique construction and site services.
New Home Construction
Custom homes planned around your daily life and your property, with thoughtful craftsmanship for Roanoke, Salem, and the New River Valley.
Home Remodels
Major structural additions, refreshes, and transformative renovations that seamlessly blend with existing architecture and elevate property value.
Custom Decks
Outdoor living spaces crafted for mountain views, using natural woods and New England pastel accents. Engineered for both style and slope stability.
Road Building & Site Development
Durable, well-engineered private roads and driveways for challenging terrain, built with local knowledge for lasting access in rural settings.
Client Testimonials
What Our Clients Say About Persimmon Homes LLC
Our clients value the rare combination of technical expertise, artistry, and attentive service that defines every Pimmen project. Whether it’s tackling steep slopes, designing a modern farmhouse, or creating lifestyle features like a custom dog wash, our commitment to quality and communication shines through. Read how families across Blacksburg, Roanoke, and the New River Valley describe their experience working with us.
FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Building in the New River Valley
What makes a home different from a standard house built?
A home is designed around how you live, not just how it looks. We focus on listening and observing to create spaces that reflect your routines, priorities, and long-term lifestyle needs.
Do you specialize in building on sloped or difficult land?
Yes. We regularly work with steep terrain and complex sites, using grading, drainage, and proper siting techniques to ensure long-term structural stability and water control.
Can you handle both construction and site preparation work?
We manage both the build and the land it sits on, including road building, grading, and drainage. This integrated approach ensures your home performs as well as it looks.
What types of homes do you typically build?
We focus on boutique custom homes, often with modern farmhouse influence, natural materials, and thoughtful details tailored to each client’s lifestyle and property.
How involved are you in the design and planning process?
We take a collaborative approach, prioritizing listening and observation early on. This allows us to guide decisions and uncover details that shape a more functional and personal home.
