ADU Builder Serving Mapleton, OR
ADU Builder — built by Eugene’s garage & ADU master craftsman, serving Mapleton since 1969.
Thinking about an ADU in Mapleton? A backyard ADU adds rental income, room for family, and lasting property value — and Red Umbrella has been building garages, ADUs, and additions across Lane County since 1969. Mapleton is surrounded by commercial timberland and the lots in the community cluster along the Siuslaw River bottomland; high annual rainfall (65+ inches) means every garage or shop build here should prioritize roof pitch, overhangs, and moisture-barrier details that builders closer to Eugene sometimes underspec.
Building an ADU in Mapleton
Mapleton sits 38 mi west of Eugene on Highway 126 in the Coast Range. Follows a river corridor, so floodplain mapping and riparian setbacks are real factors we plan around from day one. Building permits here go through Lane County — a process we know well — and for an ADU, that shapes how utilities connect and whether a detached cottage or an attached unit fits best.
Locally, Mapleton is known for the Siuslaw River and Highway 36 corridor through dense Coast Range timber, and we tailor every build to fit the lot, the neighborhood, and how you actually live.
ADU Builder in Mapleton: what we build
We build detached backyard cottages, attached units, and ADUs above or beside a garage — designed, permitted, and built end to end.
- Detached & attached ADUs, 400–900+ sq ft
- Garage-to-ADU conversions (our specialty)
- Permits, utilities & site work handled
- Up to 120% financing — cash-flows as a rental
Why Mapleton homeowners choose Red Umbrella
- Garages and ADUs under one roof — the rare shop that masters both, so a garage-with-a-suite is one project, one crew.
- Master Electrician in-house — owner Bari Swartz wires it himself, to code, no waiting on a sub.
- Building since 1969 — you work directly with Bari, not a sales rep or a rotating cast of subs.
- Permits handled & up to 120% financing — we know Lane County and make the whole path simple.
Mapleton ADU questions
Do I need owner-occupancy to build an ADU in Mapleton?
No — Mapleton eliminated its owner-occupancy requirement for ADUs, so you do not have to live on the property to build or rent an accessory dwelling unit. This makes ADUs a viable investment-property strategy for Lane County landlords. Red Umbrella can walk you through current City of Mapleton development standards at your free consultation.
Does Red Umbrella pull permits for all of its work?
Yes — Red Umbrella pulls all required building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits for every project. Bari Swartz holds Oregon Contractor’s license CCB #210412 and a Supervisory Master Electrician credential, covering structural and electrical work without additional subcontractors. Unpermitted construction creates serious liability for homeowners and is not something Red Umbrella does.
What does “financing up to 120%” mean for a construction project?
Financing up to 120% of project cost means the loan can cover not only the construction contract amount but also an additional 20% to account for incidentals such as permits, system-development charges, landscaping after construction, or minor scope changes. This helps homeowners avoid out-of-pocket surprises during construction. HFS Financial, a lender partner of Red Umbrella, offers this type of product for qualifying borrowers.
We also build these in Mapleton.

Garage Conversion
A garage conversion is the fastest, most affordable way to add finished living space.
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Custom Garage
A custom garage means covered parking, a real workshop, RV storage, or an apartment above.
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Home Additions
A seamless addition adds the room you need without the cost and upheaval of moving.
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We build throughout Lane County — here are nearby towns we also serve:
Trusted across the valley.
"Bari built us a fine, 600 sq ft cottage (ADU) in our back yard. Helpful from start to finish through the permit process."
"Our garage was crushed by a tree in the ice storm. Red Umbrella, garage specialists, were perfect for the job."
"Bari at Red Umbrella is a solid contractor! We hired him to remodel our garage in College Hill, and it became a special place to live and enjoy."
Planning an ADU in Mapleton?
Bari will look at your lot and give you an honest number — permits handled, up to 120% financing, usually a reply within one business day.
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