DWV Construction

Sellwood, OR · owner-led remodeling

Remodeling contractor in Sellwood.

Sellwood is a historic SE Portland neighborhood characterized by early-1900s Craftsman bungalow and four-square housing. The work mix here is dominated by whole-home bungalow renovations — typically preserving period detailing while modernizing electrical, plumbing, and insulation systems.

Talk to Don about your projectHe comes out and prices it himself
5.030 Google reviews
Oregon CCB
#208048
Washington L&I
#DWVCOCL7540W
Coverage
Bonded and insured
Established
2008
Kitchen with white cabinetry, a teal island, and exposed beams

Residential stock

The homes in Sellwood.

Pre-1920 Craftsman bungalow, four-square, Dutch colonial.

Common project types

  • Bungalow whole-home renovations with period-correct restoration
  • Knob-and-tube clearance and electrical-service upgrades
  • Kitchen-and-bath remodels integrated with original casing and trim
  • Detached ADU additions on through-lot properties

Working in Sellwood

Owner on site, every day. Sellwood permits handled by DWV from application through final inspection.

Services in Sellwood

What DWV builds in Sellwood.

Five scopes, all owner-led, all delivered on the same standard from Sellwood through the rest of the metro.

Recent work

Portfolio across the Portland Metro.

See the projects
Kitchen sink wall under original arched stained glass
Rebuilt around the original stained glass
Marble walk-in shower with frameless glass and a mosaic niche
Frameless glass, mosaic niche
ADU roof framing against a clear sky
ADU roof framing
Navy Craftsman with a rebuilt white porch
Exterior restored, porch rebuilt
Dark large-format tile tub surround with a floating vanity
Tub surround with a tiled niche
Brushed wall-mount faucet on handmade green tile
Handmade tile, wall-mount fixtures
★★★★★Google review
All work was completed in a timely manner, and we stayed within the original budget.
Alex Gros Irurita1952 home · full remodel · October 2025
18
Years renovating Portland Metro homes
5.0
Average across 30 Google reviews
OR + WA
Licensed, bonded, and insured in both states
1:1
Don runs every job himself, start to closeout

Local + licensed

Why hiring local matters in Sellwood.

Sellwood properties permit through City of Portland BDS. The neighborhood is not designated historic at the city level, but original detailing is frequently a homeowner priority.

License
CCB #208048
Established
2008
On site
Owner, every day
Reviews
5.0 · 30 reviews

Free on-site estimate

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★★★★★
Everything was completed beyond my expectations and I am thrilled with the results!
Patricia Siegel · Google review
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