Summerland BC
Bercum Builders, Inc.
Custom Home Builder Summerland, BC
Build your dream home above the vineyards. We’ve crafted luxury custom homes throughout the Okanagan Valley since 1983, and Summerland, with its wineries, lakefront properties, and view lots from Trout Creek to Prairie Valley, is one of our favourite places to bring a client’s vision to life.
Luxury Home Builder Summerland, BC

Award-winning Summerland Home Builder Since 1983
Summerland has a personality all its own: wineries climbing the hills, a heritage downtown that feels like the Okanagan as it used to be, and lakefront properties along Okanagan Lake that ask for thoughtful design. Since 1983, we’ve crafted luxury custom homes throughout the Okanagan Valley, and Summerland’s mix of vineyard estates, lakefront homes, and view properties around Prairie Valley and Trout Creek is some of the most rewarding work we get to do.
Every Summerland home is a collaboration. We work closely with you, your architect, and our team of skilled tradespeople to bring your vision to life. That means listening to what matters most, sharing honest expertise when it helps, and making the journey from first sketch to final walkthrough feel like a partnership. Whether you want to be hands-on through every detail or step back and trust us to shepherd the project, we’ll meet you where you are.
Four decades of building in the Okanagan have earned Bercum 26 Canadian Home Builders Association awards across regional, provincial, and national levels, including Custom Home Builder of the Year and Grand Tommie Home of the Year. We bring that same craftsmanship and care to every home we build in Summerland.
Welcome to Bercum. Crafting quality with integrity, since 1983.
Honesty
Communication. Transparency. Trust. Authenticity.
Quality
Integrity. Experience. Expertise. Uncompromising.
Relationships
Teamwork. Connections. Collaboration. Care.
Passion
Sincerity. Hard Work. Creativity. Commitment.
Luxury Homes for a Lifetime
Our Custom Home Building Process
Enjoy a seamless journey from concept to completion. Our structured approach ensures open communication, smooth planning, and expert construction, leaving you stress-free and excited about your new home. Besides homes, we build lasting relationships with our clients based on teamwork, communication, and genuine care to ensure your journey is as enjoyable as your new home.
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Discovery
- Your dream home journey starts with a personalized consultation to discover your vision, needs, budget, and timeline, setting the stage for an expertly planned and beautifully designed custom home creation.
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Planning
- Next, your dreams take the lead as we transform your vision into custom home plans and architectural specifications. Together, we refine every detail to design a house that reflects your unique lifestyle. We develop comprehensive cost estimates, ensuring your dream home aligns seamlessly with your expectations, budget, and aspirations.
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Construction
- During the build phase, our expert project managers orchestrate every detail to ensure a seamless process. Meanwhile, our general contractor and skilled home building team breathes life into your vision, creating your own masterpiece of architectural innovation and luxury living.
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Service
- With construction complete, your new custom home is ready for you to move in! We’ll give you the keys and provide you with all the information you need to ensure your luxury home remains in impeccable condition for a lifetime.
Custom Home Building in Summerland, Answered
How much does it cost to build a custom home in Summerland?
Our high-end custom homes start at roughly $500 per square foot. That figure reflects a fully custom luxury build, so it sits above the average new home in Summerland, and it is a starting point rather than a ceiling. Your final cost depends on your lot, size, design, and finishes, and the vineyard, view, and lakefront lots common here can add site and engineering costs. The best way to understand the difference for your build is to contact our team directly for a clear, itemized estimate.
How long does it take to build a custom home in Summerland?
Most custom homes take about 12 to 24 months from first design to move-in, with planning and design taking 6 to 12 months and construction following. View, vineyard, and lakefront sites in Summerland can take longer because of added assessments and permitting. Our team gives you a detailed schedule during planning and a dedicated project manager who shares weekly progress updates with photos.
What is the custom home building process with your team?
Our four phase process moves from Discovery to Planning to Construction to Service. We begin by understanding your vision, needs, budget, and timeline, then design and price the home together, build it under a dedicated project manager, and support you well after move-in. You stay as involved or as hands-off as you like, always confident that your vision comes first.
Do you help with design, or do I need my own architect?
We team up with proven local designers to bring your vision to life, then guide design and construction together from the first sketch. Coordinating those designers with our project managers and craftspeople keeps your home’s design, budget, and buildability aligned and prevents costly surprises later. If you already have an architect or designer you love, we are glad to work alongside them.
What warranty comes with a new custom home in BC?
Every new home built by a licensed residential builder in British Columbia carries mandatory 2-5-10 home warranty insurance: two years on labour and materials, five years on the building envelope, and ten years on the structure, regulated by BC Housing with combined coverage up to $200,000. As a licensed builder, our team provides this coverage and backs it with genuine follow-up care.
How do I choose the right custom home builder in Summerland?
Look for a builder with a long local track record, a transparent process, references you can speak with, and a portfolio that speaks for itself. Ask how they estimate, who will manage your project, and how they will communicate through the build. Our team has been building across the Okanagan since 1983, and we welcome these questions, because the right fit matters as much as the finished home.
Which Summerland areas do you build custom homes in?
We build throughout Summerland, from lakefront properties along Okanagan Lake to vineyard estates and view lots around Prairie Valley and Trout Creek, and the hillsides above the heritage downtown. Wherever your Summerland lot sits, we would be glad to walk it with you and talk through what is possible.
What should I know about building a custom home in Summerland?
Summerland mixes lakefront parcels, vineyard land, and elevated view lots, and each asks for thoughtful planning: site grading, drainage, foundation design, and orienting the home to the lake or valley view. Lakefront and sloped sites add permitting considerations. Our team looks after these details early, so your Summerland home makes the most of its setting without surprises.
Ready to build in Summerland? Get in touch with our team.