Home Remodeling in Lowell, Oregon
Home Remodeling — by Eugene’s licensed General Contractor and remodeler (CCB #210412), building since 1969.
Thinking about a home remodel in Lowell? 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 Lowell: how it works
Lowell sits 22 mi southeast of Eugene on Highway 58. Lowell is perched between two reservoirs and the hillside topography means many lots have slope challenges. Building permits here go through the City of Lowell — 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, Lowell is known for Dexter Reservoir and Fall Creek Reservoir on the Middle Fork Willamette, and we tailor every remodel to fit the house, the neighborhood, and how you actually live.
Home Remodeling in Lowell: 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 Lowell 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 Lowell and make the whole path simple.
Lowell home remodel questions
Do I need a permit for a home remodel in Lowell?
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 Lowell inspects that work. Red Umbrella pulls the permits and schedules every inspection for you.
How long does a home remodel in Lowell 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 Lowell. Bari gives you a written schedule along with the scope and price after the free on-site consultation.
Does Red Umbrella handle all the inspections during construction?
Yes — Red Umbrella schedules and manages every required municipal inspection, including foundation, framing, rough electrical, rough plumbing, insulation, and final inspection. The homeowner does not need to coordinate with City or county inspectors; Red Umbrella handles all communication and corrects any inspection comments before re-inspecting. You receive a copy of all final inspection approvals.
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 Lowell.
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 Lowell?
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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