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Portland home remodeling project completed by H&C Design-Build

Portland Design-Build & General Contractor

Plan, Design, and Build With Portland's Accountable Design-Build Team

From comprehensive home remodels, basements, kitchens and bathrooms to fencing, decking, concrete work, retaining walls & ADU's, we plan, permit and build with one accountable team.

Craftsman Warranty Financing Available

“Thomas and his team completely transformed our home. The craftsmanship is exceptional.”

Sarah & Mark J. NW Portland

Portland General Contractor

From scope to sign-off.

H&C Design-Build manages residential projects that cross multiple scopes: interior remodels, structural upgrades, ADUs, exterior envelope work, and outdoor construction.

You work with one contractor team from first walkthrough to final inspection. We define scope early, handle permits, coordinate trades, and keep you informed at every phase.

We proudly serve homeowners across the Portland metro area, including Beaverton, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Happy Valley, Clackamas, and Oregon City, as well as Astoria and Gearhart on the Oregon Coast.

OR CCB #251405 Licensed, bonded, and insured in Oregon.

Where We Add Value

Portland residential services organized by project scope.

Pick the lane that matches your project and go straight to service details, process expectations, and next steps.

If your project crosses categories, we build one coordinated plan so permits, materials, and trade sequencing stay aligned from start to finish.

Work Completed Across Categories

Recent Portland Projects

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Montgomery remodel
Whole-Home Remodel

Montgomery

SW Portland

Whole-home renovation with kitchen upgrades, roofing, and exterior improvements delivered on one coordinated schedule.

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Local Ownership. Direct Accountability.

Meet the Portland contractor team that stays on your job.

H&C Design-Build is a veteran and minority owned local family business based out of Portland Ore. Project managers with years of experience are overseen by the RMI to ensure your project is executed with minimal disruption, proper sequencing, relevant inspections and practical decisions so we can bring your vision to life.

As a licensed, bonded, and insured Oregon contractor, H&C handles code compliance, quality control, and closeout documentation so your project finishes cleanly.

  • ✔ Clear communication and transparent pricing
  • ✔ On-time completion and clean job sites
  • ✔ Code-compliant work
Thomas Hall
Thomas Hall
Co-Owner & RMI
Miguel Claxton
Miguel Claxton
Co-Owner & General Contractor

Project Financing

Finance your project without delaying the work.

H&C Design-Build now offers financing options through U.S. Bank Avvance. If you are evaluating a remodel, you can review pre-approval options before final scope decisions are locked.

  • Apply before design and permit decisions are finalized
  • Get pre-approval visibility before you commit to full scope
  • Keep kitchen, bath, structural, and exterior work on one timeline
Discuss financing options Call (971) 409-5926

Financing is offered through U.S. Bank

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Our Guarantee

1-Year Craftsman Warranty

We stand behind our work. Every H&C project includes a written one-year workmanship warranty backed by our Oregon contractor bond and insurance.

Full-Year Workmanship Coverage

Every joint, cut, and connection we make is backed for 12 months from substantial completion. If our work fails, we fix it at no cost to you.

Written Warranty on Every Project

You receive a signed warranty document at closeout. No verbal promises. No fine-print surprises. The scope is clear before you sign off.

Responsive Claim Process

Report a defect in writing or by email within 30 days of discovery. We schedule an inspection, confirm the issue, and handle the repair.

What the Warranty Covers

  • Covers all workmanship performed by our crews under the original contract scope
  • Repair or replacement at our discretion for valid claims
  • Does not cover owner-supplied materials, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications
  • Manufacturer warranties on products and materials remain separate and are passed through to you
  • Oregon CCB dispute resolution available if any disagreement arises
OR CCB #251405 Licensed · Bonded · Insured in Oregon

From Our Blog

We write about
what we build.

Portland remodeling is what we do every day. These guides cover the real decisions homeowners face: permits, costs, materials, and trade coordination.

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Portland contractor reviewing a retaining wall footing and drainage layout on a sloped residential yard
Apr 2026 11 min read

Portland Retaining Wall Permits: Height and Drainage

Portland retaining wall permit guide for height rules, surcharge, drainage, engineering, site plans, inspections, and when to call a contractor.

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Portland remodel planning table inside an older home under construction with branded timeline overlay
Apr 2026 13 min read

Portland Remodel Timeline: How Long Projects Take

Planning a Portland remodel? See realistic time ranges by scope, permit path, city checks, product lead times, and choices before demo.

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Portland homeowners reviewing remodel plans with a contractor at a jobsite before hiring
Apr 2026 13 min read

How to Choose a Portland Remodeling Contractor

Choose a Portland remodeling contractor with clear CCB checks, permit planning, bid scope, contract terms, lead-safe questions, and job fit.

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Portland home with gutters and downspouts directing rainwater away from the foundation during wet weather
Apr 2026 9 min read

Portland Gutter and Drainage Guide for Foundations

Portland gutter and drainage guide for checking overflow, downspout discharge, storm drains, drywells, and foundation water before damage starts.

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