Welcome to Kraft Custom Construction


CUSTOM REMODELING & HOME BUILDING CONTRACTOR BASED IN SALEM, OR

Kitchen Remodel, Portland OR

Your Oregon Boutique Contracting Company

With more than 42 years of experience in remodeling and custom home building in Salem to Portland, OR., Kraft Custom Construction brings passion, expertise, and meticulous attention to every project we work on — big and small. Our approach is simple: To create the space of your dreams with little disruption to your everyday life. We serve you with the highest quality work and personal care.

Do you want to work with a mindful contractor who has perfected the art of construction?

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Bathroom Remodel Salem, OR

A House You Love Coming Home To

We understand how much your home means to you. As the premier home remodeling contractor serving Salem, Portland and the surrounding areas, we’re here to help you envision, design, and create a home that feels spacious and easy to live in. When your home life flows with ease, you have more time for the things you love. From kitchen and bathroom remodeling, to historic home renovation and custom home builds, we guide you through every step of the process.

Do you want see how we can transform your dreams for your home into reality?

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Historic Home Renovation Kitchen

You Get to Relax and Enjoy the Experience

Our highly skilled, thoughtful, and professional tradesmen, carpenters, and designers are committed to your happiness. When you work with our home remodeling and custom construction company in Salem, OR, you’ll have a fun, exciting, and enjoyable experience. We check in with you regularly to anticipate your needs. You can trust that you’re being taken care of every step of the way.

Do you want to have a fun and stress-free experience where all your needs are taken care of?

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Communication and trust are the foundation of any successful relationship. Not only does the Kraft team provide the exceptional craftsmanship and design-build services homeowners are looking for, they are valued partners families welcome into their homes.

The Kraft Custom Construction Team
The Kraft Custom Construction Team

Deciding to embark on a home remodeling or custom home building project is a big decision. You want to work with a company you can trust—a team of experienced professionals who always look out for your best interest, throughout every step of the process.

Kraft Custom Construction is your home remodeler and custom home builder of choice, a reliable advocate expertly managing all the moving pieces of your project. We make every effort to control the uncontrollable. That’s why we have perfected our processes and procedures – to minimize surprises and guarantee you love the house you come home to every day.

Serving Salem and Portland area homeowners since 1982, service, integrity, and craftsmanship are the foundation of the Kraft legacy. Pure and simple, we love what we do and look forward to working with you!

Frequently Asked Questions

 

This is my first time doing a construction project—whatʼs my first step?

Start by writing down your budget, your must-haves, and your desires for the remodeling experience. What would a great experience be like for you? What is your vision for this new space? Getting clear on all these details first helps you with your next step: interviewing contractors to find the best fit. While we know your first remodeling project can feel daunting, it really can be fun and exciting!

How long will it take to complete my project from start to finish?

At Kraft, we perform custom construction work where every job is unique, and we take pride in standing behind our word. Therefore, we can’t predict how long it will take to complete your project during our very first phone call. Instead, we start planning to diligently assess the scope of work, the availability of necessary materials, and the schedules of our trade contractors. Using true information, we develop a complete project schedule and review it with you before construction begins, so you are informed of the complete timeline and what’s happening on your project – down to the day.

How much will my project cost?

The cost of your project is based on multiple factors, such as the design and scope of work, the time it takes to complete, the quality of materials and finishes, and the trade contractors employed. Since every project and client are unique, it’s important to define these factors upfront and not rely on assumptions when providing pricing. At Kraft, we set aside time in the Planning Phase and work as a team to define these factors, so when we give you a price, the price is accurate.

Some contractors may quote you a price after their initial meeting, yet they don’t have the plan or the details needed to arrive at that price. This can leave you with numerous change orders and surprise costs down the line, leading to distrust and frustration with your contractor. Through our years of experience, we’ve found that doing our homework upfront allows us to quote you a price that we can stand behind.

Do you restore old homes?

Of course! We understand the special complexities of restoring and renovating old homes. Itʼs a passion of our owner, Robert Kraft, who has chaired the City of Salem Historic Landmarks Commission and currently sits on the board of the Architectural Heritage Center in Portland. Weʼre up to speed on regulatory issues should we need to do a Design Review on your historic structure. Having worked with multiple municipalities, weʼre familiar with all the requirements of the old home remodel process.

Do you work on new construction projects?

Yes. We love new construction projects and like to be involved from the very beginning. We work with you and the design team to ensure the entire process is smooth and provides you with a beautiful space you’ll love. Check out some of our new construction projects by visiting the project Portfolio. (See: Historic Farmhouse Reconstruction & New Modern Ranch House).

Do I need to hire my own architect and interior designer or do you provide these services?

While the homeowner does contract separately with their architect and interior designer, we can recommend pros we love who would be a great fit for you. And because design/build projects go much more smoothly when weʼre involved from the start, we prefer to work with the architect or interior designer throughout the entire process, whether they are a firm we suggest, or you select on your own.

Do you work with insurance claims?

Weʼre happy to work with you if your project involves an insurance claim. However, because you are the insured party, you are responsible for communicating with your insurance company directly. Keep in mind, most insurance companies only pay a fraction of what a project tends to cost. Typically you can expect to pay some out-of-pocket costs when working with an insurance claim.

WHERE WE SERVICE 

 

WE PROUDLY OFFER REMODELING SERVICES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

  • Salem
  • Keizer
  • Portland Metro
  • West Linn
  • Lake Oswego
  • Tualatin
  • Wilsonville
  • Albany

Not on the list? Reach out to see if we can remodel in your area.

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