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SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Mt. Tabor. SE Portland.
4.13(
191
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SUN DOG CONSTRUCTION
Mt. Tabor. SE Portland.
4.13(
191
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
306 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

We are a seasoned remodeling company joyfully serving Portland since 2004. We have 8-10 full time employees. We have all been working together for years. We only bring people that we know or who come highly recommended to the job site. We use a small group of very reliable licensed subs for plumbing, electrical and HVAC work. We stand behind our work and the work of all of our subs. We do all aspects of Residential Remodeling; Basement, Garage, and Attic Conversions, Additional Dwelling Units. Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels. Basement foundation wall/floor sealing. Decks and Porches, exterior painting, and fences. Flooring, tile, built-ins, stairs, drywall, etc. We also do handy man repairs/jobs...all aspects of home maintenance and repair. We have been a partner in the City of Portland's FIR program (Field Issued Remodeling Permits) for over a decade. CCB LICENSE #: 173347. Call today 5039577559. Website- http://www.sundogconstruction.com

"Excellent! The Sundogs, crew of 3, did a marvelous job of changing my wet and moist basement into a beautiful apartment. Floor was removed and a subcontractor hired to replace the floor after complicated drainage system and sump pumps were installed. Due to the small crew and the complicated problems, it took longer to finish, but I have now a beautiful apartment in my basement. They are dear and honest people who work hard. Thank you Sundogs!"

Margriet H on December 2024

We are a seasoned remodeling company joyfully serving Portland since 2004. We have 8-10 full time employees. We have all been working together for years. We only bring people that we know or who come highly recommended to the job site. We use a small group of very reliable licensed subs for plumbing, electrical and HVAC work. We stand behind our work and the work of all of our subs. We do all aspects of Residential Remodeling; Basement, Garage, and Attic Conversions, Additional Dwelling Units. Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels. Basement foundation wall/floor sealing. Decks and Porches, exterior painting, and fences. Flooring, tile, built-ins, stairs, drywall, etc. We also do handy man repairs/jobs...all aspects of home maintenance and repair. We have been a partner in the City of Portland's FIR program (Field Issued Remodeling Permits) for over a decade. CCB LICENSE #: 173347. Call today 5039577559. Website- http://www.sundogconstruction.com

"Excellent! The Sundogs, crew of 3, did a marvelous job of changing my wet and moist basement into a beautiful apartment. Floor was removed and a subcontractor hired to replace the floor after complicated drainage system and sump pumps were installed. Due to the small crew and the complicated problems, it took longer to finish, but I have now a beautiful apartment in my basement. They are dear and honest people who work hard. Thank you Sundogs!"

Margriet H on December 2024


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NW Carpentry Creations Inc
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NW Carpentry Creations Inc
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40 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

My goal is to provide you with “Elevated Home Service”. Give us a call or message for your estimate today!

My goal is to provide you with “Elevated Home Service”. Give us a call or message for your estimate today!


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Marin VIP Builders, LLC
685 Southeast Belmont Street, Apartment 311
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Marin VIP Builders, LLC
685 Southeast Belmont Street, Apartment 311
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
646 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


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NW Best Remodelers
5305 Ne 131st Av
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NW Best Remodelers
5305 Ne 131st Av
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582 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

NW Best Remodelers of Vancouver, WA is here to help with all your remodeling needs. We specialize in Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling as well as flooring. Call today to get started on your next project!

NW Best Remodelers of Vancouver, WA is here to help with all your remodeling needs. We specialize in Kitchen and Bathroom remodeling as well as flooring. Call today to get started on your next project!


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Z&R Design LLC
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Z&R Design LLC
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7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Z&R design LLC, is a Professional House remodeling company with top natch quality . We do kitchen, bathroom or even whole house remodeling. No small or big project, our team will do quality job in short period of time. We offer services: All type of flooring or tiles Countertops Custom cabinets Finish carpentry Door and trims installation. Glass and mirrors supply and installation. If you looking for fast, quality services for best price, for you lovely home, you in the right place, call Z&R Design LLC, we will be more then happy to help you!

Z&R design LLC, is a Professional House remodeling company with top natch quality . We do kitchen, bathroom or even whole house remodeling. No small or big project, our team will do quality job in short period of time. We offer services: All type of flooring or tiles Countertops Custom cabinets Finish carpentry Door and trims installation. Glass and mirrors supply and installation. If you looking for fast, quality services for best price, for you lovely home, you in the right place, call Z&R Design LLC, we will be more then happy to help you!


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K&M Platinum Lawn Care LLC
55 6th Street
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
K&M Platinum Lawn Care LLC
55 6th Street
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

Specializing in Lawn Care, Lawn and Property Maintenance, Landscaping and Hardscape. Commercial and Residential. Contact today for top quality work as we do it all are a reliable company. Thank you and hope to speak soon Kmplatinumlawncare.com 971-419-0483

"Kody did a wonderful job. Our back, sides, and front yard, as well as our roof, look amazing. All the blackberry bushes are gone and have been sprayed. Great price as well he came as close as he could to the budget I was trying to stay at. Can't wait to see what we come up with for the landscaping grass fireplace and room for a garden."

Jeana S on September 2024

Specializing in Lawn Care, Lawn and Property Maintenance, Landscaping and Hardscape. Commercial and Residential. Contact today for top quality work as we do it all are a reliable company. Thank you and hope to speak soon Kmplatinumlawncare.com 971-419-0483

"Kody did a wonderful job. Our back, sides, and front yard, as well as our roof, look amazing. All the blackberry bushes are gone and have been sprayed. Great price as well he came as close as he could to the budget I was trying to stay at. Can't wait to see what we come up with for the landscaping grass fireplace and room for a garden."

Jeana S on September 2024


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Baurer Construction & Flooring
845 NE Cleveland Ave
4.91(
64
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Approved Pro
Baurer Construction & Flooring
845 NE Cleveland Ave
4.91(
64
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
429 local quotes requested

Baurer Construction & Flooring—the same family owned and operated values since 1987. The mission of Baurer Construction & Flooring is to delight clients with high quality products, ideal designs, excellent installation, and a focus on customer relationships. Baurer Construction & Flooring is general contractor who specializes in flooring. We are based out of Gresham, OR, but we are happy to travel to serve our clients needs throughout the PNW. Discover personalized excellence with Baurer Construction & Flooring's custom consulting services. Whether it's a residential construction project or bespoke flooring solutions, our experts guide you from concept to completion. With a commitment to understanding your unique vision, we ensure every detail is thoughtfully incorporated. Baurer's custom consulting delivers precision, creativity, and spaces that authentically reflect your style. Let us bring your ideas to life with dedicated expertise and a focus on exceeding your expectations. From warm hardwoods to tile, our extensive range caters to diverse needs. With meticulous installation and a commitment to enduring quality, our team transforms your floors into statements of style and durability. Discover the timeless beauty of classic materials or the contemporary appeal of modern designs. With Baurer, each step is a testament to craftsmanship and sophistication, ensuring your space is elevated to new heights.

"Looking for a contractor for your remodeling job? We give John Wood five stars. We hired John Wood of JAW Construction to transform a building shell originally intended to be a shop for building trusses into a small house (officially an auxiliary dwelling unit or ADU) and are thrilled we found him. The job required skills that extended beyond new construction to include the insight, skill and craftsmanship of a highly experienced remodeling expert. He possessed these in spades. Beyond his own expertise, he has assembled a set of sub-contractors that are excellent craftsmen in their own areas of expertise. The job was doubly challenging given that for much of the construction period we were out of state getting our old home ready for sale. This also meant that an extra element of trust was involved. John sent us pictures of the progress, so that we could monitor from a distance. In addition, he was able to identify and rectify several flaws in our design. As with any large construction/remodeling project, there were some unexpected expenses that came up, but John worked with us to help limit cost overruns, sometimes foregoing profits. He was also always up front about the costs of the various components. Our new home is gorgeous and reflects his sharp eye for detail. We couldn’t be happier. In short, if you want a highly skilled, trustworthy, hardworking contractor for your large (or small) job, we highly recommend John Wood of JAW Construction."

John S on September 2022

Baurer Construction & Flooring—the same family owned and operated values since 1987. The mission of Baurer Construction & Flooring is to delight clients with high quality products, ideal designs, excellent installation, and a focus on customer relationships. Baurer Construction & Flooring is general contractor who specializes in flooring. We are based out of Gresham, OR, but we are happy to travel to serve our clients needs throughout the PNW. Discover personalized excellence with Baurer Construction & Flooring's custom consulting services. Whether it's a residential construction project or bespoke flooring solutions, our experts guide you from concept to completion. With a commitment to understanding your unique vision, we ensure every detail is thoughtfully incorporated. Baurer's custom consulting delivers precision, creativity, and spaces that authentically reflect your style. Let us bring your ideas to life with dedicated expertise and a focus on exceeding your expectations. From warm hardwoods to tile, our extensive range caters to diverse needs. With meticulous installation and a commitment to enduring quality, our team transforms your floors into statements of style and durability. Discover the timeless beauty of classic materials or the contemporary appeal of modern designs. With Baurer, each step is a testament to craftsmanship and sophistication, ensuring your space is elevated to new heights.

"Looking for a contractor for your remodeling job? We give John Wood five stars. We hired John Wood of JAW Construction to transform a building shell originally intended to be a shop for building trusses into a small house (officially an auxiliary dwelling unit or ADU) and are thrilled we found him. The job required skills that extended beyond new construction to include the insight, skill and craftsmanship of a highly experienced remodeling expert. He possessed these in spades. Beyond his own expertise, he has assembled a set of sub-contractors that are excellent craftsmen in their own areas of expertise. The job was doubly challenging given that for much of the construction period we were out of state getting our old home ready for sale. This also meant that an extra element of trust was involved. John sent us pictures of the progress, so that we could monitor from a distance. In addition, he was able to identify and rectify several flaws in our design. As with any large construction/remodeling project, there were some unexpected expenses that came up, but John worked with us to help limit cost overruns, sometimes foregoing profits. He was also always up front about the costs of the various components. Our new home is gorgeous and reflects his sharp eye for detail. We couldn’t be happier. In short, if you want a highly skilled, trustworthy, hardworking contractor for your large (or small) job, we highly recommend John Wood of JAW Construction."

John S on September 2022


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Pro Care Projects
711 Northeast 178th Avenue
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Pro Care Projects
711 Northeast 178th Avenue
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1309 local quotes requested

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The three person team put down a double layer of pond vinyl after clearing out the necessary large rocks, pebbles and bamboo. They built up the sides more. They worked well together and made some adjustments where I wanted them to. The end result was very satisfying!"

Charisse E on November 2024

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"The three person team put down a double layer of pond vinyl after clearing out the necessary large rocks, pebbles and bamboo. They built up the sides more. They worked well together and made some adjustments where I wanted them to. The end result was very satisfying!"

Charisse E on November 2024


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Tellezremodeling
9020 NE 25th Cir
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Tellezremodeling
9020 NE 25th Cir
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
733 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Mr. Tellez was prompt, thoughtful and did a careful and thorough job. He was very good at communication to make sure we all had the same ideas about how to proceed. He went out of his way to finish in a timely manner. He was flexible about coming back to install the vanity. I would hire him again for any repair project."

Lisa F on April 2023

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Mr. Tellez was prompt, thoughtful and did a careful and thorough job. He was very good at communication to make sure we all had the same ideas about how to proceed. He went out of his way to finish in a timely manner. He was flexible about coming back to install the vanity. I would hire him again for any repair project."

Lisa F on April 2023


Bath Center
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Bath Center
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388 local quotes requested

Offering Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Services in your area. Call today to discuss your project.

Offering Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Services in your area. Call today to discuss your project.

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Guest house building services FAQs

In most states, yes—you can build a guest house, but every city or county sets its own zoning rules and building codes. Before breaking ground, check local ordinances, confirm lot setbacks, and secure the right permits. A local contractor or design-build firm can walk you through the paperwork and site requirements so your project starts on solid legal footing.

Yes—homeowners often tap a few different financing tools. A home-equity line of credit (HELOC) lets you borrow against your equity as you need funds. If you prefer a lump sum tied directly to the project, a short-term construction loan can roll into a second mortgage once the build is complete. Cash-out refinancing is another option: you replace your current mortgage with a larger one and use the difference to cover construction costs.

When you build a guest house, you’re creating a separate structure for hosting visitors without the full amenities needed for permanent living. An accessory dwelling unit, however, includes a complete kitchen and bathroom, meeting building codes for a long-term residence. This key difference makes an ADU ideal for long-term occupancy or rental income, adding enduring value to your property.

How many rooms you need depends on how you plan to use the space. Aim for one bedroom per every one or two occupants to make sure everyone has enough privacy and comfort. Added living and dining areas give you extra functionality, especially for rental use or long-term stays.

Most homeowners pick somewhere between 600 and 1,500 square feet to fit all the essentials. Make sure your design supports one to two occupants per bedroom and includes enough common areas for comfortable daily living. A well-proportioned layout boosts both functionality and property value.

No—a guest house isn’t just a bump-out on your main home. A bump-out is a small extension within an existing room for extra seating or storage. In contrast, you build a guest house as a standalone building with its own foundation and amenities, giving you a fully separate living area that can boost your property’s versatility and value.

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