Durham Construction
Durham Construction
Durham Construction is a Portland builder established in 2013, focused on modern, architecturally driven custom homes and major remodels. Its Integrated Design Process brings the client, architect and builder together from the start, with clear budget goals and realistic timelines.
Business Highlights
- It lists Sustainable Homes Professional (SHP), Certified Passive House Tradesperson (CPHT) and Phius Certified Passive House Builder (CPHB) credentials.
- It is a member of the Field Issuance Remodel (FIR) program.
Service Area
Portland, Lake Oswego, Dunthorpe, Milwaukie, Happy Valley, Vancouver, Washougal, Ridgefield, Kalama, Battle Ground, Hood River, Parkdale, Lyle, Bingen, White Salmon, Mosier, The Dalles, Stafford, West Linn, Estacada, Wilsonville, Damascus, Corbett, Stevenson, Sandy, Camas, Newberg, Gaston, McMinnville, Dundee, Lincoln City, Manzanita, Pacific City, Cannon Beach, Salem, SW Washington and NW Oregon.
Featured Local Business
Durham Construction is one of 7 home builders ProsGrade lists in Portland, Oregon.
5 services listed, including Custom homes, Major remodels and Accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Open weekdays, closed on weekends. Rated 5.0 from 38 reviews.
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How This Business Compares
How Durham Construction compares with the other 6 home builders on ProsGrade in Portland, using public Google ratings and review counts.
- Ranks in the top half of the 7 Portland home builders on ProsGrade by Google rating and review volume.
- Rated 5.0 on Google, well above the 4.6 average of other Portland home builders on ProsGrade.
- Has more Google reviews (38) than 4 of the 6 other Portland home builders on ProsGrade.
- One of 5 Portland home builders on ProsGrade rated 4.7 or higher from at least 10 reviews.
Services Covered
5 services- Custom homesArchitect collaboration; work from foundation through finishes.
- Major remodelsStructural changes, finish modernization and layout improvements.
- Accessory dwelling units (ADUs)Compact, self-sufficient spaces for guests, extended family or rental income.
- Passive HouseAirtight construction, continuous insulation and advanced ventilation.
- High-performance buildingPassive House principles without the expense of certification.
Reviews
What customers say
Across these project accounts, customers and project partners praise Durham’s careful craftsmanship and attention to detail; clear, organized communication is another recurring strength. In one kitchen remodel, Greg says the pre-construction plan was clearly explained and documented, and that construction hiccups were promptly shared with options for resolving them.
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Jenny Guggenheim
Felipe Elso
Propel Studio
Greg Sakradse
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during Durham Construction's pre-construction phase?
It reviews a cost range based on the project's current scope. The flat-fee pre-construction agreement covers research and development, detailed pricing, VE support, meetings, permitting, trade-partner coordination and the project schedule.
Does Durham Construction handle design as well as construction?
No. It provides building services only and does not handle design in-house; its process requires an architect or designer.
How does Durham Construction manage its job sites?
It posts bilingual site rules covering conduct, parking, noise/music, waste management and acceptable work hours. Trades are staggered to keep the site running without overcrowding.
What project durations does Durham Construction give?
It gives durations of 3–6 months for a 1–2-room remodel, 6–8 months for an ADU, 10–12 months for a whole-house remodel and 12–18 months for a new build.








