Home Remodeling in Dexter, Oregon
Home Remodeling — by Eugene’s licensed General Contractor and remodeler (CCB #210412), building since 1969.
Thinking about a home remodel in Dexter? 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 Dexter: how it works
Dexter sits 18 mi southeast of Eugene on Highway 58. Dexter hugs the shoreline of Dexter Reservoir and many residential lots are within the flood hazard zone for the ACOE-managed reservoir. Building permits here go through Lane County — 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, Dexter is known for Dexter Reservoir and the Middle Fork Willamette River, and we tailor every remodel to fit the house, the neighborhood, and how you actually live.
Home Remodeling in Dexter: 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 Dexter 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 Lane County and make the whole path simple.
Dexter home remodel questions
Do I need a permit for a home remodel in Dexter?
Paint, flooring and cabinet swaps generally do not need one. Moving or removing walls, structural changes, and new electrical or plumbing do, and Lane County inspects that work. Red Umbrella pulls the permits and schedules every inspection for you.
How long does a home remodel in Dexter 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 Lane County. Bari gives you a written schedule along with the scope and price after the free on-site consultation.
What is Oregon’s contractor lien notice requirement?
Under Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 87, contractors must provide homeowners with an “Information Notice to Owner” before beginning work; this notice explains your rights if subcontractors or suppliers file liens for unpaid amounts. Red Umbrella provides this notice as part of the contract paperwork before any work begins. Understanding your lien rights protects you even if all payments to Red Umbrella are made on time.
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 Dexter.
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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We work across Lane County, within about 45 miles of Eugene — here are nearby towns we also serve:
Trusted across the valley.
"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 Dexter?
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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