Category: Structural
Top 10 Portland Design-Build Firms in 2025
Portland homeowners understand that exceptional home renovations require both creative design vision and skilled construction expertise. That’s where design-build firms shine, offering seamless integration of these crucial elements under one roof. At Lamont Bros Design & Construction, we’ve partnered with hundreds of Portland homeowners to bring their renovation dreams to life. Through our years of…
How long does it take to remodel a bathroom?
The time has finally come — your bathroom remodel is about to begin! Soon, your porcelain throne room will be your own personal retreat, custom-designed specifically for you. If you’re like most homeowners, the thought of remodeling your bathroom brings a mix of excitement and anxiety. You might be wondering how long you’ll be without…
Can I Raise The Ceiling Height In My Basement? Yes. Here’s How.
Raising the ceiling in your basement is a complex undertaking requiring careful consideration of structural requirements, local building codes, and foundation work. It is, however, achievable with the right approach. Because the average cost of this type of project falls between $300,000 and $400,000 it might make more sense to expand up or out with…
How to Work with a Restoration Contractor to do Insurance Repair
Dealing with a home disaster can be one of the most inconvenient, frustrating experiences for a homeowner. Whether it’s a flood, fire, earthquake, or any other form of home damage, you’ll likely find yourself filing a homeowner’s insurance claim. As you navigate the challenges of restoring your home, you’ll need a restoration contractor at your…
West Portland Park Kids Room Remodel
When their young, energetic son outgrew his old room in this West Portland Park home, the homeowners decided it was time to give their child a space designed specifically for him. Because their basement living room saw little use, it was the ideal spot in the home to convert into a kids’ room.
Video: How to Add a Structural Beam
Summary This video explains how to safely remove a load-bearing post or wall by adding a beam, which distributes the structural load and opens up space.
Video: Case Study: How to Get Retroactive Permits
Video Transcript: Do you have projects that were completed with no permits? Did you buy a house that had unpermitted work done before you got it? Is there a way to get permits for that work after it was done? Yes. Stay tuned and we’ll show you how. Let’s talk about how you get a…
Good Better Best: Bathtubs & Shower Pans
Picking the right bathtub or shower pan for your bathroom is a bit like choosing the right shoes for a long hike. It might not be the flashiest part of your outfit, but it does make a difference in how you feel at the end of the day. Whether you’re looking at shower pans for…
Good Better Best: Bathroom Sinks & Faucets
Chances are, you’re going to use the sink and faucet more than any other plumbing fixture in your bathroom – more than your shower, bathtub, or toilet. So, while it may not be the most exciting feature, selecting the right sink and faucet can make a huge difference in your bathroom’s design. To help you…
Video: What Do I Do if a Tree Falls on My Home?
Video Transcript: Hi. Did your house get damaged from a large storm or a natural event? Maybe a big branch came through the house or maybe even a tree landed on it. If something like that happened and your house got severely damaged, we can definitely help. Hi. My name’s Josh Anderson. I’m with Lamont…
How Much Of My Remodel Is Labor Vs. Materials?
Most homeowners feel more comfortable spending tens or even hundreds of thousands on a home remodel when they understand how their money is being spent. Homeowners want to see that their remodel includes not only high-quality products and materials but also benefits from expert installation and skilled labor. One of the most common questions we…
Good Better Best: Choosing Lighting Fixtures For Your Home
When contemplating lighting options available for home renovation and design projects, finding the right ones can be difficult. Homeowners often find themselves navigating a spectrum of choices that range from purely functional to profoundly aesthetic. Understanding the distinctions between “Good, Better, and Best” lighting fixtures can empower homeowners to make informed decisions that align with…
Good Better Best: Bathroom Vanity Mirrors
Chances are, you put more thought into the reflection than you do the mirror itself. Yet the vanity mirror is an integral part of your bathroom’s design, both functionally and visually. Selecting the right mirror for your bathroom is about finding the right balance between aesthetics, utility, and cost. To help you make the best…
Should I Move or Remodel?
When you bought your house, it was good enough for your needs as a homeowner. Perhaps it was even the perfect home for you at the time. But somewhere along the way, your needs changed, leaving you with a difficult choice: remodel your current home, or purchase a new one and move. Every year, homeowners…
Remodel Design Guide: As-Built Survey
The as-built survey is an important part of the remodel design process. It allows your design team to inspect your home in preparation for designing the remodel of your dreams. In order to have the most successful remodeling experience, it’s important that you and your design team are set up for success in this part…
Why Do Some Remodel Contractors Cost More Than Others?
When exploring their options for home remodeling, homeowners often encounter a puzzling scenario. For the same exact project, different contractors’ estimates come in at vastly different costs. You might find yourself wanting to work with a contractor who bills themselves as being “high quality,” but struggle to justify the cost if somebody else claims to…
Is Home Remodeling Worth It Right Now in Portland?
If you’re one of the nearly 150,000 homeowners in the Portland area, chances are, you’ve at least thought about remodeling in the last few years. However, in an uncertain economy and unprecedented housing market conditions, many homeowners find themselves wondering if remodeling their Portland home is worth it right now. At Lamont Bros. Design &…
Good, Better, Best: Roofing Options for Your Home
When considering roofing material for your home, it can be challenging to find the one that best fits your needs while still meeting your budget. While many homeowners view re-roofing as a chance to improve the quality of their home, the differences in options and features can feel overwhelming. In this article, we’ll break down…
