Business Details
Custom High-Performance Homes in Salem, OR
At Bilyeu Homes, we specialize in designing and constructing high-performance residential homes that meet rigorous sustainability standards like Earth Advantage. With over 28 years of experience in the Willamette Valley, our team prioritizes energy efficiency, durability, and indoor air quality while minimizing environmental impact. Our approach combines advanced building science with personalized service, ensuring each home reflects the unique needs of our clients. We are recognized for pioneering projects such as the Northwest's first LEED Platinum home and the West Coast's first Certified Passive House. Our commitment to innovation, quality materials, and sustainable practices has earned us features in regional and national publications.We collaborate closely with homeowners, architects, and consultants to deliver custom solutions that balance cost-effectiveness with cutting-edge design. Our expertise extends to consulting services, where we guide clients in achieving energy-efficient construction through modeling, material selection, and technical advice. By integrating proven techniques and prioritizing client satisfaction, we strive to make the building process enjoyable and transformative. Our work has consistently exceeded client expectations, as evidenced by testimonials highlighting exceptional energy savings, craftsmanship, and dedication to service.
Services
Residential Home Design
High-Performance Construction
Sustainable Building Consulting
Energy-Efficient Homes
Passive House Certification
Highlights and features
- We have over 28 years of experience in sustainable home building.
- Our team includes a Certified Master Builder and Passive House Consultant.
- We pioneered the Northwest's first LEED Platinum and Passive House projects.
- We prioritize healthy materials and advanced energy-efficient techniques.
- Our consulting services offer tailored solutions for high-performance building.
Associations and certifications
- Earth Advantage
- LEED
- PHIUS
What people say
Energy savings exceeded expectations
Quality craftsmanship
Enjoyed the entire process
Healthy indoor environment
Dedicated service
Services
Residential Home Design
We create tailored home designs focused on energy efficiency, durability, and environmental responsibility. Our process integrates client preferences with advanced building science to optimize thermal performance and indoor air quality. Each project emphasizes cost-effective solutions that align with sustainability standards like Earth Advantage and Passive House.
High-Performance Construction
Our construction services prioritize sustainable materials, airtight building envelopes, and energy-efficient systems. We employ advanced framing techniques, triple-pane windows, and heat recovery ventilation to ensure homes meet rigorous certifications such as LEED and PHIUS. Every project is built to minimize ecological impact while maximizing comfort and longevity.
Sustainable Building Consulting
We offer expert guidance for clients seeking to achieve high-performance building goals. Services include energy modeling, material selection, and technical advice on Passive House standards. Our consulting helps homeowners, architects, and builders integrate cost-effective, eco-friendly solutions into their projects while ensuring compliance with industry certifications.
Energy-Efficient Homes
We specialize in homes that reduce energy consumption through superior insulation, solar-ready designs, and efficient mechanical systems. Our approach minimizes reliance on traditional heating and cooling, lowering utility costs and environmental impact. Projects like Net Zero Ready homes demonstrate our commitment to cutting-edge energy performance.
Passive House Certification
We design and build homes that meet Passive House standards, focusing on airtightness, thermal bridging reduction, and energy recovery ventilation. Our expertise includes achieving certifications like PHIUS+, ensuring homes maintain optimal indoor comfort with minimal energy use. This service is ideal for clients prioritizing ultra-efficient, sustainable living spaces.
People
Larry Bilyeu
Co-Founder & Master Builder
Larry has designed and built custom homes in Oregon for 28 years, earning recognition as a Certified Master Builder. He advocates for sustainable practices and served on the MPBIA board and Salem Environmental Commission. His expertise spans cost-effective designs and advanced building methods.
Blake Bilyeu
Co-Founder & Passive House Consultant
Blake specializes in high-performance building and holds certifications as a Sustainable Homes Professional and Certified Passive House Consultant. He lectures on energy-efficient construction and bridges technical theory with practical design solutions to reduce ecological footprints.
Questions
What makes Bilyeu Homes unique?
We specialize in high-performance, sustainable homes with certifications like LEED and Passive House, combining advanced building science with personalized service.
What services do you offer?
We provide custom home design, construction, and consulting focused on energy efficiency, sustainable materials, and Passive House standards.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Salem, the Willamette Valley, and surrounding Oregon communities like Philomath and West Salem.
What is your consulting rate?
Our consulting services are billed at $200 per hour, offering tailored solutions for energy-efficient building projects.
How do you ensure sustainability?
We use recycled materials, advanced insulation, and energy-efficient systems while adhering to rigorous standards like Earth Advantage and Passive House.
