Home Remodeling in Cottage Grove, Oregon
Home Remodeling — by Eugene’s licensed General Contractor and remodeler (CCB #210412), building since 1969.
Thinking about a home remodel in Cottage Grove? A well-planned remodel gives you the open plan, the light and the finishes you want in the home you already own — and Red Umbrella has been building and remodeling homes across Lane County since 1969.
Home Remodeling in Cottage Grove: how it works
Cottage Grove sits 20 mi south of Eugene on I-5. Building permits here go through the City of Cottage Grove — a process we know well — and for a home remodel that matters the moment a wall moves, a beam goes in or a circuit is added: that work is permitted and inspected, and we handle the whole path.
Locally, Cottage Grove is known for covered bridges of the Coast Fork Willamette and the Historic Main Street district, and we tailor every remodel to fit the house, the neighborhood, and how you actually live.
Home Remodeling in Cottage Grove: what we do
We handle the whole home remodel — structure, plumbing and electrical, tile, cabinets and finish — under one licensed contractor.
- Whole-home & multi-room remodels
- Great-room, living-room & open-plan conversions
- Hardwood, tile, windows, doors & finish work
- Structural changes, decks, porches & re-siding
Why Cottage Grove homeowners choose Red Umbrella
- Remodel and addition under one roof — if the remodel needs more room, the same licensed crew designs, permits and builds the addition.
- Electrical planned from day one — owner Bari Swartz, formerly a Master Electrical Contractor in several states, plans the wiring with the floor plan; it is installed to code by licensed electricians under permit.
- 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 the City of Cottage Grove and make the whole path simple.
Cottage Grove home remodel questions
Do I need a permit for a home remodel in Cottage Grove?
Paint, flooring and cabinet swaps generally do not need one. Moving or removing walls, structural changes, and new electrical or plumbing do, and the City of Cottage Grove inspects that work. Red Umbrella pulls the permits and schedules every inspection for you.
How long does a home remodel in Cottage Grove take?
A single-room refresh is usually a few weeks; opening up a great room or remodeling several rooms at once runs longer, and anything with permits adds plan-review time with the City of Cottage Grove. Bari gives you a written schedule along with the scope and price after the free on-site consultation.
What counties does Red Umbrella serve?
Red Umbrella serves Lane County within about 25 miles of Eugene, with the majority of projects in the Eugene–Springfield metro area. Call (541) 515-3843 or request a consultation at the website to confirm service to your address.
What is HFS Financial and how does it work for home improvements in Oregon?
HFS Financial is a lending marketplace specializing in home-improvement loans, and Red Umbrella is an approved contractor partner. HFS can finance projects up to 120% of the project cost — meaning closing costs and some associated expenses can be rolled in — with loan amounts up to $500,000 and without requiring home equity or a new first mortgage. Loan terms, rates, and approval requirements vary; Red Umbrella can connect you with an HFS representative after your free consultation.
We also build these in Cottage Grove.
Kitchen Remodeling
New layouts, open-plan kitchens, custom cabinets, islands and lighting — structure, wiring and finish planned together.
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Bathroom Remodeling
Tile showers, tub-to-shower conversions, double vanities, primary-bath expansions and accessible walk-in baths.
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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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"Two home remodels and a barn. A solar and heat-pump contractor said whoever did our electrical did a great job. Conscientious and always thinking ahead."
"Last year I worked with Bari on a significant living room renovation, and his work was excellent — the result was actually better than what I had hoped for."
"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 a home remodel in Cottage Grove?
Bari will walk the house with you and give you an honest number — permits handled, up to 120% financing, usually a reply within one business day.
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