All Level Construction
General Contractor in Gresham, OR
Kitchens, bathrooms, additions, and whole-home remodeling for Gresham homeowners, from downtown bungalows to newer subdivisions on the city's east side.
A General Contractor Who Knows Gresham
Gresham is the eastern anchor of the MAX Blue Line, from the early-1900s grid around Main Street to newer subdivisions near Powell Valley and Kelly Creek. Between sit the 1950s and 1960s neighborhoods of Centennial and Rockwood, where the work is often about making a solid house fit a new stage of life.
All Level Construction is a licensed Oregon general contractor, CCB #227369, serving Gresham from Vancouver, WA. We handle kitchens, bathrooms, additions, basements, whole-home updates, and exteriors, with one crew accountable for the schedule and budget.
What Shapes a Remodel in Gresham
A housing stock that spans a century
Downtown Gresham has Craftsman bungalows, four-squares, and small ranches from the 1900s through the 1950s. Centennial and Rockwood added single-story ranches, split-levels, and duplexes in the 1950s through 1970s. Powell Valley and Kelly Creek grew mostly in the 1980s and 1990s, with two-story traditional homes, cul-de-sacs, and townhomes. The first question is always the same: what is this house made of, and what has already been changed?
Permits depend on the address
Most Gresham addresses are reviewed by the City of Gresham. Some parcels in the Centennial area and along the eastern edge are unincorporated Multnomah County; a few sit inside Portland. We confirm the permit office by parcel before drawings and manage submittal, plan review, and inspections.
East wind, wet winters, and summer heat
Gresham meets the foothills, so winter rain and east wind test roof edges, siding, and flashing. Summer heat pushes ventilation and shading decisions. Older homes often have thin vapor barriers, downspouts too close to the foundation, and decks built without proper flashing—details we correct while walls are open.
How We Plan and Build
Most remodel problems start before demolition, when scope, budget, and permit jurisdiction are unsettled. Our process surfaces those decisions early.
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Walkthrough and scope
We meet at your Gresham home, measure the space, and identify the constraints that will shape the design.
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Budget and drawings
We set a realistic budget with allowances you can compare, then produce drawings and engineering where the scope requires them.
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Permit and procurement
We submit to the correct jurisdiction, respond to plan review comments, and order long-lead cabinets, windows, and fixtures before demolition.
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Construction and communication
Dust control, protected paths, and a weekly look at what is next. One point of contact, not a rotating cast of trades.
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Punch list and handover
We walk the finished work together, correct what needs correcting, and leave you with care notes and warranty information.
Remodeling Costs in Gresham
The ranges below are planning tools for budgeting, not quotes. Two kitchens of the same size can differ by tens of thousands of dollars depending on whether walls move, whether plumbing is relocated, and what finishes you choose. We narrow these numbers after a walkthrough and a defined scope.
| Project type | Planning range | What moves the number |
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| Full kitchen remodel | $50,000 to $120,000 | Layout changes, cabinetry, counters, appliances, electrical |
| Bathroom remodel | $25,000 to $70,000 | Tile, fixtures, ventilation, plumbing relocation, waterproofing |
| Home addition | $300 to $500 per sq ft | Foundation, roof, mechanical work, site access, engineering |
Ranges reflect typical Portland-metro scopes and finishes. Site conditions, permit requirements, and material selections can move a project above or below them.
Services We Offer in Gresham
Each service page explains scope, process, and cost drivers. If your project crosses two categories, we scope it as one job.
Kitchen remodeling in Gresham
Open closed layouts, improve storage, and rebuild the room around how you cook and gather.
Bathroom remodeling in Gresham
Primary suites, hall baths, and aging-in-place updates with proper waterproofing and ventilation.
Home additions and ADUs in Gresham
Add a primary suite, family room, office, or accessory dwelling without leaving your neighborhood.
Whole-home and interior remodeling
Phased updates that tie new work into the rooms you are keeping, with one coherent plan.
Exterior remodeling in Gresham
Siding, windows, decks, porches, and paint that hold up to wind, rain, and summer sun.
Basement finishing in Gresham
Turn a damp crawl space or daylight basement into usable living space with the right moisture strategy.
Gresham Neighborhoods We Serve
Gresham's neighborhoods were built at different times and under different rules. These are the areas we work in most often, with the local conditions that shape each one.
Historic Downtown Gresham: Bungalows and Small Lots
Downtown Gresham centers on Main Street, the Arts Plaza, and the Gresham Pioneer Museum, with a grid of early-1900s houses and small commercial buildings around it. The housing stock includes Craftsman bungalows, four-squares, and modest ranches from the 1920s through the 1950s. Lots are often narrow, alleys are common, and mature street trees limit where equipment can go.
Older homes here have real character and real constraints: plaster walls, early two-wire wiring, galvanized supply lines, shallow closets, and basements that were never meant to be dry living space. We open walls carefully, coordinate licensed electricians and plumbers, and plan for the surprises that older construction usually brings. We also respect what makes the house worth keeping, including trim, built-ins, porch details, and window proportions.
Typical downtown Gresham projects
- Kitchen and bathroom updates that fit small footprints
- Rear additions for a primary suite or family room
- Covered porches, basement finishing, and laundry relocations
- Exterior siding and paint that improve curb appeal without erasing the original style
Because the city reviews work in this area, we confirm zoning setbacks and any design considerations before finalizing drawings. If you are updating an older interior, our interior remodeling services for older homes explain how we phase the work.
Centennial: Ranches, Duplexes, and Shifting Jurisdictions
Centennial is a community name rather than a single jurisdiction. It covers the area around SE 162nd to 182nd Avenue, between Powell Boulevard, Division, and Stark, where Gresham, Portland, and unincorporated Multnomah County meet. Some blocks are inside Gresham city limits; others are county pockets. The permit office depends on the parcel, not the mailing address, and we verify that before design.
Most homes here were built between the 1950s and 1970s: single-story ranches, split-levels, duplexes, and small apartment buildings. They tend to have simple footprints, detached or attached garages, and mature landscaping. Common goals are opening a cramped kitchen, adding a second bathroom, finishing a basement, or building an ADU or addition for family. Rental property owners also ask for durable finishes and predictable schedules.
Typical Centennial projects
- Kitchen and bathroom updates in mid-century ranches
- Family-room and primary-suite additions
- ADUs and converted spaces for multigenerational households
- Durable exterior and interior finishes for rental properties
Centennial's housing is aging, so the first visit often turns up deferred maintenance: worn siding, old windows, undersized electrical panels, or drainage that has never been corrected. We separate must-fix items from optional upgrades so the budget goes to the work that protects the house first. For a second living space, review our ADU and addition construction services.
Kelly Creek: North Gresham Subdivisions and Creek Drainage
Kelly Creek is a north Gresham neighborhood named for the stream that runs through it toward the Columbia River lowlands. The area is mostly 1970s through 1990s subdivisions: cul-de-sacs, two-story traditional homes, ranches, and townhomes, with schools and parks close by. Lots are generally smaller than on the east side, and many backyards are enclosed by fences and mature trees.
The creek matters. Additions, decks, and detached structures near the waterway may face buffer, drainage, or floodplain requirements, and wet winters can expose poor grading around foundations. We check the parcel's constraints before siting new construction and plan roof water and site drainage so the work does not create a new problem downhill.
Typical Kelly Creek projects
- Kitchen remodels that improve storage and flow
- Bathroom updates and family-room additions
- Covered patios and decks that handle wet weather
- Siding, window replacement, and exterior maintenance
Many homes here are now 30 to 50 years old, so windows, siding, and mechanical systems are often at the end of their service life. We help homeowners sequence those repairs instead of doing everything at once. See our exterior remodeling services for Gresham homes for siding, deck, and window scope.
Powell Valley: Larger Lots and Room to Add
Powell Valley spreads southeast from Gresham along SE Powell Boulevard toward Boring, with Powell Butte and the Pleasant Valley area nearby. It is a transition zone: 1970s through 2000s subdivisions, larger lots, small acreage, and pockets of unincorporated Multnomah County at the city's edge. Some properties have wells or septic systems; others are on city water and sewer. We confirm services and jurisdiction before scoping an addition.
Homes here often have more space than closer-in neighborhoods, which makes additions, ADUs, and detached structures more feasible. But the details still decide the project. Septic capacity, well yield, driveway grades, fire access, and stormwater all need review. Views toward Powell Butte or the foothills can also shape window placement, roof lines, and deck orientation.
Typical Powell Valley projects
- Kitchen and bathroom remodels
- Primary suite and family-room additions
- ADUs for family or rental use
- Finished basements, siding, decks, and covered outdoor rooms
Homeowners frequently want a better connection to the yard and a plan that can be built in phases as budget allows. That is easier when the drawings account for future work from the start. If you are planning an addition, start with our home addition planning and construction page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you handle permits for projects in Gresham?
Most Gresham addresses are reviewed by the City of Gresham. Some parcels in the Centennial area and along the city's east edge are unincorporated Multnomah County. We confirm jurisdiction by address before drawing and manage the submittal and inspections.
What does a kitchen or bathroom remodel cost in Gresham?
As a planning range, a full kitchen in Gresham typically lands between $50,000 and $120,000, and a bathroom between $25,000 and $70,000. Layout changes, structural work, finishes, and permit requirements move those numbers. We give a line-item estimate after a walkthrough.
How long does a remodel take in Gresham?
Most kitchens take six to ten weeks of construction after permits and materials are ready. Bathrooms usually take three to five weeks, and additions commonly run four to seven months. Older homes can add discovery time, which we build into the schedule.
Do you work on older homes in downtown Gresham and Centennial?
Yes. Downtown Gresham has bungalows and Craftsman homes from the early 1900s, and Centennial has many 1950s through 1970s ranches. Plaster, galvanized plumbing, and small electrical services are common. We plan for careful demolition and coordinate licensed electricians and plumbers before work begins.
Can we see recent project references in Gresham?
Ask us for recent project references in Gresham. We will share completed projects that match your scope and connect you with homeowners who agreed to be contacted, so you can ask about the process and finished work.
Get a Free Estimate for Your Gresham Project
Tell us what you are planning and we will set up a walkthrough at your Gresham home. You can also browse completed projects in our gallery or contact All Level Construction about your Gresham project.
Gresham service area
We work throughout Gresham, including Historic Downtown, Centennial, Kelly Creek, and Powell Valley, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 8:00pm.