Portland homeowners have trusted Neil Kelly with their homes for generations. Every bathroom project comes with a fixed-price contract, a 5-year warranty, and in-house craftspeople who know Portland's housing stock inside and out.
You could keep some parts of your current bathroom, or you could remove everything and start over. Choosing a path early will help you make confident decisions that fit your home and your goals.
New Finishes, Same Bones.
Surface updates that transform how the bathroom looks without changing its footprint. Cabinet refacing or refinishing, new fixtures, updated hardware, and fresh tile. This is the right choice when the layout works and the structure is sound, but most of the finishes have run their course.
Same Footprint, Brand-New Bathroom.
Everything gets replaced—vanity, tile, fixtures, shower or tub surround—and rebuilt within the existing layout. Includes plumbing and electrical updates where needed. This is the right choice when the bathroom is worn out and ready for a full reset, but the layout still works for how you use the space.
Walls Move. Layouts Change.
A ground-up redesign that questions the existing footprint—moving walls, relocating plumbing, and reconfiguring the space entirely. This is the right choice when the bathroom no longer works for your household, whether that means accessibility, a growing family, or a primary suite that finally deserves the name.
Neil Kelly's Portland designers have worked across Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, and Clark counties for decades. They know what's behind the walls of a Irvington Craftsman, how a 70s split-level hall bath is framed, and what it takes to turn a cramped primary suite into something that actually functions. That kind of local knowledge only comes from doing this work, in these homes, for a long time.
Every designer brings distinct expertise—in accessible bathrooms, multigenerational households, historic homes, and everything in between. There's no remodeling firm in Portland that brings this range of bathroom-specific experience under one roof.
Portland homeowners trust Neil Kelly for design/build remodeling — and they say so publicly.
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Our new master bathroom is beautiful! Remodeling is all about problem solving and we had a few that were quickly addressed. The custom cabinets fit perfectly and the shower tile is beautiful. All of the designers, project managers, trade contractors, and Neil Kelly carpenters were professional and enjoyable.
The thought of a bathroom remodel can make a person cringe, but that wasn't the case with the recent remodeling project that NK completed for me. It was truly painless and stress-free. The production team (Paul, Zoe, Cale & Jamie) that worked on the project are a well-oiled machine that communicates clearly and efficiently; they are respectful and very pleasant to work with. To top it all off, they even finished a week early!
Primary bath remodel project completed on time and with great results (including install of tile floor and walls, heated floor, shower and bath upgrading; countertops, glass and mirrors, cabinetry, lighting – the works). This was the 3rd project I've done through Neil Kelly Company, and I have always been happy with the process from planning and design through completion. The professionals and artisans have always been top-notch. Thanks again for our new bathroom.
A bathroom remodel is a smaller footprint than a kitchen, but it's no less complex. Plumbing, tile, waterproofing, and finishes all have to come together in the right sequence. Neil Kelly manages every phase in-house so nothing falls through the cracks.
A Neil Kelly designer comes to your home for a free 60-to-90-minute visit. We'll look at the bathroom, talk through what's working and what isn't, and give you an honest picture of what's possible at your budget. No commitment required.
We'll confirm your project scope, discuss layout options, and choose a direction for materials and finishes. You'll see alternatives and shape the plan before we produce any detailed drawings.
Full plans, full specifications, every material and fixture selected and priced. This is where your bathroom concept becomes a buildable project with a finalized contract number.
Sign on the dotted line with confidence in your investment and a promise from us to carry out your remodel with the utmost care and craftsmanship. We'll apply for permits, order materials, line up trades, and set your schedule.
Your project manager, in-house carpenters, and trusted subcontractors make it happen from demo to the day you move back in. You'll get weekly updates on what's done and what's next.
Final walkthrough. Anything that isn't right gets fixed before you sign off. Five-year warranty coverage starts on completion.
Portland homes weren't built with today's bathrooms in mind. The conditions behind the walls and the codes that often dictate our work vary by neighborhood, by era, and by project type. Here's what we find most often.
Portland has a significant concentration of homes built before 1950, and bathroom remodels in these properties routinely turn up balloon framing, lath-and-plaster walls, and plumbing that hasn't been touched in decades. We identify these conditions during the home visit and price them into the scope before work begins.
Bathroom remodels that add circuits for ventilation fans, heated floors, or updated lighting often require addressing legacy wiring in older Portland homes. We coordinate this through trusted, licensed electricians as part of the project scope.
Bathroom remodels that involve moving walls or reconfiguring the footprint require structural engineering that accounts for Portland's seismic zone. Our designers and engineers address this early so it's built into the plan, not discovered during construction.
Portland Permitting & Development processes residential permits on timelines that shift with project complexity. Straightforward bathroom permits can clear in four weeks. Projects involving structural or plumbing changes may take eight weeks or longer. We file early and build those timelines into every contract.
Portland's historic districts, including Irvington, Ladd's Addition, and the Alphabet District, regulate exterior changes, not interior remodels. A bathroom renovation inside a historic home generally proceeds without additional review unless we want to put in a skylight or change a window. We flag those issues during the consultation.
The cost of a bathroom remodel with Neil Kelly depends on the size of the bathroom, the changes being made, materials chosen, your home type and condition, and your city. Given those variables, bathroom remodels with Neil Kelly cost anywhere from $25,000 up to and beyond $245,000. The best way to learn specifics is to contact one of our designers.
Many bathroom remodels require permits, particularly when updating plumbing, electrical, structural changes, or moving fixtures. Cosmetic updates like painting or replacing faucets do not need a permit. When you work with Neil Kelly, permits are handled by your dedicated project manager.
Timeline depends on the size and scope of the space. A powder room or guest bath with focused updates might wrap up in 2-4 months, while a large primary bath with layout changes and custom work can run 6-9 months or more.
The Portland office serves the greater Portland metro area including Portland, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Tigard, Tualatin, West Linn, Wilsonville, Hillsboro, Gresham, and surrounding communities.
Neil Kelly works throughout Portland and the metro area. Common neighborhoods include the West Hills, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Dunthorpe, Laurelhurst, Irvington, Ladds Addition, the Pearl District, Downtown Portland, and the inner East and Westside neighborhoods and surrounding metropolitan area including Happy Valley. Our Portland office also serves SW Washington including Vancouver, Camas, and Washougal.
Neil Kelly recommends: clearing out cabinets, countertops, and shower niches; ensuring you have an alternative bathroom solution prepared; and ensuring that children and pets will not be able to access the construction zone.
Visit us at our Alberta Street design center or start online. We'll walk through your bathroom, talk budget and scope, and give you a straight answer about what comes next.
