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Green Hammer

Insulation, Energy Efficiency Auditing, General Remodeling,

About us

We are a design-build firm that specializes in building energy use. We aim to massively reduce carbon emissions and energy use in the built environment while using local, responsible, non-toxic materials. In our building and remodeling work, we integrate beauty and building science to build homes with superior health, comfort, performance and durability. We are the only FSC certified builder in the US. And, we have a team of energy experts and moisture analysts that carry certification through the Building Performance Institute (BPI) and Passive House.

Business highlights

22 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Major and minor remodels, new construction, accessory dwelling unit (ADU) additions

Services we don't offer

handyman services

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.631 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
74%
4
10%
3
10%
2
6%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.4
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.6
Showing 26-31 of 31 reviews

Grover B.
01/2016
5.0
garage builders
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Green Hammer designed and built a carport for us. It required no tree removal, was designed in harmony with the design of our home and was completed on time. The company is easy to work with and has an outstanding set of earth friendly operating principles.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Wayne L.
10/2014
5.0
energy audit, remodeling, heating & air conditioning/hvac, home remodeling
  + 2 more
.
Description of Work: Green Hammer remodeled our kitchen. It involved moving walls, building new closets and pantry, replacing 3 large windows and 2 exterior doors, and insulating walls and ceilings. They emphasize the use of environmentally friendly and sustainably produced products. They did a fantastic job; I was able to contain some of the costs of a remodel by doing some of the work myself, e.g., electrical and plumbing (of course, all properly permitted and inspected). They were very easy and accommodating to work with, and Tyler, the project manager, was exceptional! I would use their services again without any hesitation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$35,000

Sarah F.
05/2012
5.0
drywall, insulation
  + 0 more
.
Description of Work: Insulated all exterior walls, roof slope insulation, repaired.replaced all drywall on 2nd floor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,000

KAREN S.
10/2006
5.0
remodeling
  + -1 more
It went excellent.
Description of Work: Second floor remodel.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000

TRILLIUM B.
08/2006
2.0
garage doors
  + -1 more
I was disappointed that the bid for the work came in nearly 30% higher then the guesstimate but that can happen. What was more disappointing was that the charges for supplies were very padded (one example: $50 for a gallon of low VOC primer) AND you were expected to pay a 15% profit and overhead fee on top of materials and labor. I understand that either they didn't want to do the job at all, or they wanted to do it for a certain price, but I would have preferred a more direct and honest approach. When I questioned the cost estimates, I never got a response. I guess it was their way of telling us they didn't want the job.
Description of Work: We had them come out to bid on restoring our garage carriage doors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0

$3,000

Response from Green Hammer
TO RESPOND TO THE MEMBER WHO SLEPT THROUGH THE FIRST ATTEMPT TO BID ON THE PROJECT AND DID NOT RESPOND TO THE BID FOR OVER A MONTH. GREEN HAMMER PAYS IT'S EMPLOYEES A FAIR LIVING WAGE AND PROVIDES FULL BENEFITS. WE PAY OUR CARPENTERS AN AVERAGE OF $25/HR BEFORE TAXES, WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION INSURANCE, GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, HEALTH INSURANCE AND OUR OVERHEAD EXPENSES (RENT ON SHOP SPACE, BUSINESS LICENSES, BOND, VEHICLE INSURANCE, UTILITIES, FUEL, EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AND ALSO NEEDS TO INCLUDE THINGS LIKE TIME SPENT FINDING THEM A LOCALLY MADE ZERO VOC PRIMER AND LEAD PAINT ENCAPSULATOR AVAILABLE THROUGH A COMBINATION OF YOLO COLORHOUSE AND SAFECOAT PAINTS AND FINISHES.) THE ADDITIONAL 15% ADDED TO THE TOTAL BID ON THIS CONTRACT IS TO COVER THESE EXPENSES. IT IS GREEN HAMMERS POLICY TO HAVE OPEN BOOKS AND SHOW WHERE OUR CLIENTS MONEY IS SPENT AND HOW. I AM NOT SURE HOW THIS CLIENT THOUGHT WE COULD POSSIBLY COVER THE COSTS OF RUNNING A BUSINESS WITHOUT DOING THIS. UNLIKE OTHER CONTRACTORS THAT SIMPLY GIVE THE $3000 BID WE EXPLAIN EXACTLY HOW WE GOT THERE. ON A POSITIVE NOTE GREEN HAMMER IS A CO FOUNDER OF THE BUILD LOCAL ALLIANCE - WE DONATE TO AND VOLUNTEER WITH CITY REPAIR AND THE VILLAGE BUILDING CONVERGENCE. GREEN HAMMER HAS BEEN FEATURED IN THE NEW YORK TIMES, THE OREGONIAN (MULTIPLE OCCASIONS), PORTLAND TRIBUNE, OREGON HOMES GREEN LIVING MAGAZINE AND MANY OTHER PRESS RELEASES DIRECTLY BECAUSE OF OUR POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH OUR CLIENTS.

MARY M.
05/2006
5.0
garage builders
  + -1 more
I was very pleased with the work done.
Description of Work: A small garage was built

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000
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Contact information

1323 SE 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97214

www.greenhammer.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
Yes
Energy Star Partner
Yes
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
Yes
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Insulation,
Energy Efficiency Auditing,
General Remodeling,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
Garage and Shed Building,
Windows,
Siding,
Homebuilders,
Structural Engineering,
Hardwood Flooring Sales and Installation,
Handyman Services

FAQ

Green Hammer is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Green Hammer accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Green Hammer offers free project estimates.
Yes, Green Hammer offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Green Hammer does not offer a senior discount.
No, Green Hammer does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Green Hammer offers warranties.
Green Hammer offers the following services: Major and minor remodels, new construction, accessory dwelling unit (ADU) additions
handyman services

Contact information

1323 SE 6th Ave, Portland, OR 97214

www.greenhammer.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed