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WOOD STRUCTURAL FRAMING CONSTRUCTION
At A & L Framing & Remodeling LLC, we specialize in wood structural framing, offering durable and cost-effective solutions for residential, commercial, and light industrial projects. Our expert team brings precision, efficiency, and craftsmanship to every framing job, ensuring a solid foundation for your building’s structure.
Commitment to Quality & Safety
We follow strict building codes and safety regulations to ensure every structure is framed correctly and safely. Our crew uses top-grade lumber and the latest framing techniques to minimize waste, prevent warping, and extend structural longevity.
Why Choose Wood Framing?
Wood framing remains one of the most popular construction methods due to its many benefits:
Cost-Effective:
Wood is widely available and less expensive than steel or concrete.
Versatile:
Easily adaptable for various architectural designs and building codes.
Sustainable:
Sourced from renewable forests, wood offers a greener building option.
Efficient:
Quicker to construct, allowing faster project turnaround times.
Our Services Include:
Wall Framing:
Load-bearing and non-load-bearing walls using precise layout and advanced fastening systems.
Floor Framing:
Engineered wood joists and beams for strong, level flooring support.
Roof Framing:
Trusses, rafters, and custom roof systems tailored to your architectural needs.
Sheathing Installation:
Properly installed wall and roof sheathing for structural strength and weather resistance.
Custom Framing:
Solutions for complex structures, renovations, and additions.
Projects We Serve
Multi-unit developments
Single-family homes
Commercial office spaces
Retail buildings
Custom builds & renovations
Get Started Today
Whether you’re building from the ground up or adding to an existing structure, our framing experts are ready to bring your vision to life. Contact us today for a consultation or to request a quote.
CUSTOM HOME CONSTRUCTION:
Imagine a home created to meet your unique design tastes and specific lifestyle. A custom home is more than a newly constructed house, it is a meticulously crafted living experience. Visualize walking into a space made just for you. As you explore the custom home construction services offered by Kraft Custom Construction, envision the possibilities that await you.
Is custom home construction the right choice for you?
I like my home, but I have a long list of details I want to change.
When looking at real estate options, nothing checks all of my boxes. I don’t want to prioritize features or sacrifice any of my wants and needs.
CUSTOM HOME CONSTRUCTION:
Is custom home construction the right choice for you?
If there are floor plans to choose from, is the design truly custom?
Sure, I could purchase a builder-grade home, but if I want to renovate it right away, does that make sense?
I have a dream location in mind, but none of the current homes fit my needs. How can I create the perfect home in the perfect location?
How can my new home cater to both my current and future needs?
I value craftsmanship and well-considered details, so I want to work with the best craftsmen. I am looking for high-quality over standard builder-grade construction.
If you find yourself contemplating these issues, custom home construction may likely be the right path for you. This realization presents an exciting opportunity—one that involves constructing a brand-new home tailored precisely to your desires.
Things to consider when building a custom home
Embarking on a custom home construction project is an exciting journey, but it’s essential to be well-informed. To guide you through the process, we’ve addressed some important considerations as you evaluate designing and building a custom home with Kraft Custom Construction.
1. The value of a custom home:
Estimating the cost of your custom home construction project is a crucial step in your planning process. Keep in mind that customizing every detail of a home means we are also addressing a custom home price. While the most accurate estimate comes from discussing your project goals with the Kraft team, we understand that you may not be ready for that conversation just yet. It is also important to note that custom doesn’t always mean more expensive. Budget parameters can inspire creative problem-solving and deliver incredible details. Therefore, it is important to begin by setting your cost expectations.
Elements to consider when building a custom home:
Is there a not-to-exceed budget number to guide discussions?
What design factors are most important to you? Material selections, craftmanship, specific brands or manufacturers, etc.
Do you weigh upfront costs based on a long-term return on investment?
Do you value handcrafted and one-of-a-kind originals over mass-produced products?
What are the key factors that influence custom home construction costs:
Location
Pre-existing building infrastructure
Project scope and scale
Ideal size, design style, and layout of the home
Quality of materials chosen
Special features
Project timeline
2. WHAT is the custom home construction process?
A custom home construction project involves a series of well-defined steps to ensure a smooth and successful process. At Kraft Custom Construction, we outline the key phases, from initial planning to the final touches. Explore our Design-Build Process for an in-depth overview of the steps involved. As experienced custom home builders, we help you navigate each stage with confidence.
3. A CUSTOM TIMELINE FOR YOUR CUSTOM HOME
The timeline for constructing a custom home varies based on numerous factors, including the size and complexity of the project. To help set realistic expectations, prepare for a one to two-year process. A thorough design phase from initial conversations, site surveys, and research to the specification of materials and finishes may take eight months to one year. Then, the construction process, from foundation and infrastructure to final landscaping may take a year depending on the complexity of the project and influencing factors, such as weather conditions and inspections. At Kraft Custom Construction, we prioritize transparency and communication. We provide you with a realistic timeframe for your unique project during the development phase.
Customization means different things to different people. Kraft’s process and expertise allow homeowners to achieve their desired level of customization. You have a voice throughout the process. Together we define your unique aesthetic while addressing all of the personal touches and conveniences to suit your lifestyle. We encourage you to delve into our resources and reach out to our expert team for personalized guidance on your custom home construction journey.
BATHRROM REMODELING:
A lot of time is spent in your bathroom. It’s often the first place you go after stepping out of bed each day and your last stop before snuggling up for the night. You use your bathroom to prepare with excitement for a big event and to decompress in the shower or tub after a long day.
For some, this daily use only requires a refresh. However, other homeowners desire an entirely new look for this frequently used space. From addressing wear and tear, making cosmetic updates, and integrating modern enhancements, to overhauling the whole layout, the scope of a bathroom renovation project varies. Are you looking to update your bathroom to better reflect your style, your home’s architecture, or your lifestyle? Or all of the above?
A bathroom remodel empowers you to make numerous improvements. Just imagine the possibilities! Start by thinking about reconfiguring space — maybe even expanding — then treat yourself to heated flooring, beautiful lighting and plumbing fixtures, or other personalized features.
Are you ready to remodel your bathroom?
You might be ready to remodel your bathroom, but you still have a few concerns. All homeowners do. That’s why Kraft Custom Construction believes in giving you the information you need to feel confident in making the best bathroom remodeling decision for your home and family. Let’s cover a few top-of-mind topics like budgets, timelines, and if it is really worth it.
How Much Does Bathroom Remodeling in Oregon Cost?
Imagine three homeowners in a room. They’re all planning a bathroom remodel. One is expanding; another is updating; the other wants their bathroom optimized for safety and comfort so they can age at home. Each homeowner wants something completely different out of their bathroom remodeling project. Not to mention, their homes and bathrooms vary vastly in age, size, and condition.
For all these reasons, bathroom remodeling costs are individual to each homeowner. However, we know general cost estimates provide some guidance to help you plan and save.
For planning discussions, consider the following Bathroom remodeling budget ranges:
$50,000 – $100,000 for a standard bathroom remodel within the same footprint
$100,000 – $150,000 for a full bathroom remodel, including some wall changes and relocating plumbing, electrical, or venting
$150,000 – $200,000 + for a luxury bathroom remodel
For more details on bathroom remodeling budgets, call now.
How Long Does Bathroom Remodeling Take?
The size and scale of bathroom remodeling largely determine how long the project will take to complete. A few weeks is enough for a minor remodel, but larger projects take a few months. Don’t worry about the ambiguity here too much. You will receive a complete timeline for your bathroom remodeling project once you begin working with Kraft.
Is Bathroom Remodeling Worth It?
The only person who can decide if bathroom remodeling is right for your home is you. Still, we’ve worked with enough homeowners to know the tell-tale signs of when it’s time for a bathroom remodel.
How to know you’re ready for bathroom remodeling:
Your bathroom isn’t functional.
It lacks storage, an intuitive layout, or other key considerations.
You’re concerned about safety.
You find your bathroom difficult or unenjoyable to use.
see wear-and-tear or other signs of aging.
It’s an eyesore and embarrassing when friends or family come to visit.
Build a Better Bathroom
No matter what you set out to accomplish with your bathroom remodel, you’ll be amazed by the results you can achieve. Take this recent Salem bathroom remodel by Kraft Custom Construction, for example. Our clients wanted to maximize the limited space in their bathroom, so we reconfigured the layout for more efficiency. We also added more natural light, which creates the illusion of space by brightening the room. The overall result isn’t just a bathroom with a space-optimized layout; it’s a bathroom that feels bigger, brighter, and better with the high-end amenities to match.
Our clients are thrilled. However, they weren’t surprised; they’re a repeat client with Kraft Custom Construction. We’ve worked with them on multiple projects, including remodeling a primary suite and converting a basement into a three-bedroom apartment. Their testimonial says it all: “I love working with Kraft Custom Construction. The professionals at Kraft listen to what you want done, then help you to achieve your dream. Not only are they first class, but the subcontractors they use are also the best in Salem…. I am beyond happy with both remodels.”
These clients and others keep coming back for the Kraft Custom Construction experience. With us, bathroom or home remodeling is a smooth, straightforward process. Over 42 years of experience and a team of the best remodeling contractors in Oregon support you through the entirety of your home remodeling. You’re involved in each phase to ensure your needs, priorities, and ideas are top-of-mind from the moment we begin our consultation to the day construction wraps. You also get frequent project updates from our team, so you always know what’s going on with your home. With your input in the remodeling process, our team of designers, builders, and contractors can transform your home. Learn more about what keeps our clients coming back, and if you like what you see, contact us. Let’s reach your remodeling goals together.
KITCHEN REMODELING:
Open flames, sizzling sauces, and the ever-present threat of spills make your kitchen more susceptible to wear and tear than other rooms in your home. Storage fills up, and appliances break down. A growing family may need an expansion, or the opposite is true if you’re downsizing. Suddenly, what may have been a new kitchen a few years ago becomes completely unfunctional and outdated. Your kitchen doesn’t fit you anymore.
So, what can you do about it? You could move to a new home entirely, but there is a solution that doesn’t require such a change: kitchen remodeling. This solution lets you update the home you love to match your current and future needs. You can revamp your ineffective kitchen with a new layout and energy-efficient appliances, replace cabinets and flooring, add an island, install a shiny new backsplash, or make any other changes to suit your current style.
Kraft Custom Construction has seen firsthand how changes like these transform a home. A kitchen we remodeled in Portland, Oregon, is a prime example. The space was dark and closed off from the rest of the house. Our team removed a wall and reconfigured the floor plan and entry point to create a completely different energy and cooking experience. The adjustments achieved the function and flow our clients were craving, with the aesthetics to match. See for yourself!
Kitchen Remodeling Services in Salem, OR
ARE YOU READY TO REMODEL YOUR KITCHEN?
Knowing you want to remodel your kitchen and making it happen are two very different things. You’re fed up and know something needs to change, but you need more information on the process before you can feel confident tackling a remodel. From exploring costs and timelines to determining if it is worth it, we are here to help.
HOW MUCH DOES KITCHEN REMODELING IN OREGON COST?
The cost of kitchen remodeling depends on the results you aspire to achieve with your remodel and the condition of your current kitchen. Remodeling a historic kitchen that requires structural changes or needs extensive updates, for example, may add on extra costs. Your plans for the remodel also play a role; the larger the scale of your project, the more expensive it becomes. Including high-end materials, like custom cabinetry and stone countertops, also results in higher prices.
For planning discussions, consider the following budget ranges:
$75,000 – $100,000 for a basic kitchen remodel within the same footprint.
$100,000 – $150,000 for a full kitchen remodel
$150,000 – $225,000 + for a luxury kitchen remodel
For more details on a luxury kitchen remodel, read our blog.
HOW LONG DOES KITCHEN REMODELING TAKE?
The same factors that influence cost determine your kitchen remodeling timeline. The larger the scope, scale, and complexity of your remodel, the longer it takes to complete. Minor remodeling that consists of cosmetic updates and replacements could take around a few weeks to a few months. Major updates could range from a few months to six months or more, depending on how extensive your project is.
IS KITCHEN REMODELING WORTH IT?
The kitchen is the heart of the home and the hub of family activity. Every time you prepare a meal or clean up after one — which is often for many — you spend time in your kitchen. All the food, cookware, dishes, and utensils you use are stored there. Entertaining often happens in the kitchen, too. A well-designed kitchen makes the time you spend preparing meals and engaging with your family and friends pleasant. The tools you need are stored and reached with ease. When your space is attractive and functional—you enjoy spending time there.
The opposite is true when your kitchen is outdated or lacking. The time you spend in the kitchen is uncomfortable and even stressful because your kitchen doesn’t meet your needs. At Kraft Custom Construction, we know the value of kitchen remodeling — and our clients can attest to it. We argue that having a kitchen that suits your lifestyle is well worth the time, money, and effort it takes to complete.
WORK WITH THE KITCHEN EXPERTS
In remodeling, everything from cost to scale to timeline comes down to the individual details of your project. Let’s get down to the specifics and find out what’s possible in your kitchen. Talk to Kraft Custom Construction today about your kitchen remodeling goals, dreams, and parameters. We’ll tell you what it takes to make your vision happen, then provide you with the team to get the job done.
Remodeling of any kind adds stress to your life. With more than four decades of home remodeling experience in Salem, Portland, and the surrounding areas, our job is to make sure the disruption is minimal. The quality of your experience is our top priority. That’s why we make the kitchen remodeling process as simple as possible for you. Our team of designers, contractors, and tradespeople work together effectively to design, build, and customize your project to your unique needs. You get to sit back, relax, and trust that everything is being taken care of. But don’t think that means you won’t be involved in your kitchen remodel. Your ideas and priorities will always be at the forefront.