Westfir ADU Builder
ADU Builder — built by Eugene’s garage & ADU master craftsman, building across Lane County since 1969.
Thinking about an ADU in Westfir? 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. Westfir’s older mill-era houses often sit on lots with room behind them, which can make a compact backyard cottage a practical way to add a rental or space for family.
Building an ADU in Westfir
Westfir sits about 36 miles southeast of Eugene as the crow flies, just off Highway 58 near Oakridge, where the North Fork joins the Middle Fork Willamette River. It grew up as a lumber-mill town, so many homes are modest older houses on hillside or river-bench lots where drainage and slope shape the plan. Westfir is an incorporated city, but 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, Westfir is known for the Office Covered Bridge, the longest covered bridge in Oregon, and the start of the Aufderheide Scenic Byway, and we tailor every build to fit the lot, the neighborhood, and how you actually live.
ADU Builder in Westfir: 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 Westfir 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.
- Electrical planned from day one — owner Bari Swartz, formerly a Master Electrical Contractor in several states, plans the wiring with the floor plan.
- 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.
Westfir ADU questions
Can I add an ADU on my Westfir property?
Often, yes, but it depends on where the lot sits. Westfir’s own zoning code sets what can go on the lot, and Lane County issues the building permit. Bari checks zoning, lot size, sewer or septic capacity and setbacks at the free on-site consultation, so you know what is allowed before any design money is spent.
Is Westfir inside Red Umbrella’s service area?
Yes. Westfir is about 36 miles southeast of Eugene in a straight line, near Oakridge off Highway 58, and inside our service area of Lane County within about 45 miles of Eugene.
Who issues building permits in Westfir?
Westfir is an incorporated city, but Lane County runs the building program inside its city limits, so building permits and inspections go through Lane County. Red Umbrella prepares the applications and schedules the inspections for you.
We also build these in Westfir.
Garage Conversion
A garage conversion is the fastest, most affordable way to add finished living space.
Learn more →
Custom Garage
A custom garage means covered parking, a real workshop, RV storage, or an apartment above.
Learn more →
Home Additions
A seamless addition adds the room you need without the cost and upheaval of moving.
Learn more →
Home Remodeling
Whole-home remodels, great rooms, open floor plans and new floors — by the builder who knows every trade.
Learn more →
Kitchen Remodeling
New layouts, open-plan kitchens, custom cabinets, islands and lighting — structure, wiring and finish planned together.
Learn more →
Bathroom Remodeling
Tile showers, tub-to-shower conversions, double vanities, primary-bath expansions and accessible walk-in baths.
Learn more →ADUs near Westfir
We build across Lane County, within about 45 miles of Eugene — 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 Westfir?
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.
Get My Free Estimate → Call (541) 515-3843