Business Details
33 Years
experience
Custom Home Building & Remodeling in Portland, OR
Hearth & Home Residential Construction has been crafting custom homes and remodeling projects since 1993, serving the Portland to Salem Metro Area with plans to expand along the Oregon coast. Our approach begins with listening to clients' needs, translating their visions into functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that prioritize comfort, energy efficiency, and timeless design. With expertise in green building technologies, including geothermal systems and Energy Star certification, we integrate modern innovations while maintaining a focus on quality craftsmanship.Recognized for excellence through Street of Dreams awards, our team emphasizes open communication and personalized service, ensuring a stress-free building process. Founded by Karey Cresap, whose background in occupational therapy informs her empathetic, client-centered methodology, we deliver homes that reflect individual lifestyles and stand the test of time.
Services
Custom Home Building
Remodeling
Energy-Efficient Design
Site Consultation
Green Building
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of custom home building experience since 1993.
- Our team holds Street of Dreams awards for design excellence.
- We specialize in energy-efficient technologies like geothermal systems.
- Our client-centered process prioritizes open communication and comfort.
- We serve Portland to the Oregon coast with personalized solutions.
Associations and certifications
- CCB 91073
What people say
Stress-free building process
Fabulous eye for design
Tremendous amount of integrity
Modern, functional spaces
Award-winning craftsmanship
Services
Custom Home Building
We design and build bespoke homes tailored to client preferences. Our process emphasizes functional layouts, aesthetic appeal, and energy efficiency. Clients benefit from Karey Cresap's award-winning expertise in creating spaces that reflect individual lifestyles while incorporating modern technologies like geothermal systems.
Remodeling
We transform existing homes with comprehensive remodeling solutions. Services include structural updates, modern design integration, and expanded living spaces. Our team ensures minimal disruption while enhancing functionality, as demonstrated in projects like the Fairmont Tudor cottage renovation to a contemporary 4,000 sq ft home.
Energy-Efficient Design
We implement sustainable building practices and technologies, including Energy Star certification and geothermal systems. Our designs optimize energy use without compromising comfort. This approach reduces environmental impact while lowering long-term utility costs for homeowners.
Site Consultation
We assist clients in selecting or optimizing building sites for custom homes. Services include assessing topography, views, and zoning regulations. Our expertise ensures homes maximize natural assets, as seen in the Cresap Summit project's utilization of greenbelt vistas.
Green Building
We incorporate eco-friendly materials and methods into all projects. This includes certified energy-efficient systems and sustainable resource management. Our green building practices align with modern environmental standards while maintaining structural integrity and design excellence.
People
Karey Cresap
Homebuilder
Founder of Hearth & Home Residential Construction, Karey Cresap combines occupational therapy experience with homebuilding expertise. Her client-centered approach prioritizes listening to needs, ensuring stress-free processes, and delivering homes with functional, energy-efficient designs recognized in Street of Dreams projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Portland to Salem Metro Area and Oregon coast communities.
What types of projects do you handle?
We specialize in custom home building and full-scale remodeling projects.
How do you ensure energy efficiency?
We use geothermal systems, Energy Star certification standards, and sustainable materials in our designs.
Are you affiliated with industry organizations?
We are members of the National Association of Home Builders and Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Portland.
Can you build on my existing lot?
Yes, we offer custom home construction on client-owned lots with site-specific design solutions.
How do you start the building process?
We begin by listening to your needs and preferences to create a personalized design plan.
