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V.A. and Sons Construction, a remodeling contractor based in Salem, Oregon, recently celebrated twenty five years of service to the local community of homeowners and businesses.

Many homeowners and real estate brokers in Salem, Oregon recognize V.A. and Sons Construction as the go-to remodeling contractor for excellent work and competitive bidding on projects. Whether it's a new project or updating of bathrooms, kitchens, basements, or living areas, there is the full range of services available. For exterior remodeling and home improvement, V.A. and Sons Construction has extensive experience with siding, windows, painting, roofing, decks, patios, and outbuildings.

Customers feedback has been very positive and many have placed reviews on Google and other media.

"After getting 6 repair/painting bids for re-siding and painting our West Salem home, we chose VA & Sons Construction and are so pleased with our choice and their work. Their bid was thousands less than any of the others, very complete and easy to understand. Communication between the time they were hired and the time the job started was great. When work started Gene's crew showed up on time every day, worked diligently all day and cleaned up every evening before leaving. The finished job was done on a very timely basis and final clean up was excellent. My wife and I highly recommend VA & Sons Construction. They will certainly be our FIRST call whenever future work is needed on our house. Again THANK YOU GENE MAKARENKO AND YOUR EXCELLENT CREW FOR A JOB WELL DONE." - Joan S.

V.A. and Sons Construction is a Preferred Contractor with Hardieplank Siding, a nationally recognized top siding manufacturer in the U.S. In addition to individual homes, their services also involve commercial buildings and multi-family residential projects. The new Coldwell Banker building in Salem was completed exclusively with V.A. and Sons Construction.

"Customer service, skilled workmanship, quality of materials and competitive bidding are all equally important for our company. Unlike other contractors, we offer discounts on the materials used in remodeling projects, passing through savings to our customers. The crew is dedicated and has worked together for years, in contrast with other remodeling contractors who use subcontractors exclusively." -Gene Makarenko, owner of V.A. and Sons Construction,

On their website you can order a free estimate, learn more about the variety of services with remodeling, and read testimonials from Salem residents about our work. Plan early - for winter or summer remodeling projects. Remodeling professionals get busy as they get into the "remodeling season" - Spring and Summer - by remodeling in the winter there are more options for faster completion, lesser wait time, and competitive bids.

The recently remodeled website offer details of services, testimonials, a free estimates form, and photos of windows, exteriors, siding, additions, decks, painting, and more.

FREE ESTIMATES https://www.remodelingsalemoregon.com

Need Remodeling in Salem Oregon?

Need Siding or Remodeling in Salem Oregon?

Welcome to V.A. and Sons Construction

If you are looking for a contractor near you, then you might be in South Salem, where we are located However we also serve the greater Salem area.

Our construction and remodeling services are full range, and we can also discount the costs of materials to help save you money. Our bids are usually very competitive without sacrificing quality.

We are dedicated and committed skilled professionals, and have an excellent reputation with both homeowners and realtors in the Salem area.

Siding

"V.A. and Sons replaced the siding on my house and painted the entire house. They did an outstanding job. Gene and his crew were courteous and considerate. They completed the job quickly and the price was very reasonable. Much lower than the estimates that I had received from other contractors. I was having difficulty selecting colors for the house and Gene provided helpful advice. I love the job that they did."

V.A. and Sons Construction combines years of siding installation experience, an excellent reputation, and top quality products to continue to meet or exceed our customer’s expectations for their siding projects.

We provide the full range of siding solutions and help you to make an informed decision on what works the best for your needs and budget. We have experience with a large selection of James Hardie Hardieplank siding products.
James Hardie developed the most popular form of siding – cement board – and continues to develop products that meet consumer needs for sustainability and protection

Our recent completion of a siding and painting project caused the following testimonial. After twenty five years in the business, we have many many more like this one. Read below then visit our site if you want to request a free estimate, learn more about our variety of services with remodeling, and read other testimonials from Salem residents about our work.

Siding and Painting Testimonial

"After getting 6 repair/painting bids for residing and painting our West Salem home, we chose VA & Sons Construction and are so pleased with our choice and their work. Their bid was thousands less than any of the others, very complete and easy to understand. Communication between the time they were hired and the time the job started was great. When work started Gene's crew showed up on time every day, worked diligently all day and cleaned up every evening before leaving. The finished job was done on a very timely basis and final clean up was excellent. My wife and I highly recommend VA & Sons Construction. They will certainly be our FIRST call whenever future work is needed on our house. Again THANK YOU GENE MAKARENKO AND YOUR EXCELLENT CREW FOR A JOB WELL DONE."

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Siding and Remodeling Salem Oregon - One Home at a Time

Why Remodel? Remodeling for Aging and Wellness

Remodeling Can Be a Life-Changing Experience

There are many reasons to remodel, and one of them is the enjoyment of a life-changing experience.

It usually does not happen overnight, and sometimes can be a desire that is held for months or years. Finally, the decision is made to explore possibilities of remodeling, whether it is a deck, kitchen, bathroom, interior or exterior painting or siding, or a room addition.

If there ever was a time to take the plunge, now might be the right one if all the planning and costs fit.

It is a process and requires patience and, unless you are planning to be your own general contractor which has its challenges, an excellent general contractor and crew can make sure that you will not be disappointed after the fact.

Every remodeling project has the blend of the general steps in the process of selection and options to be evaluated and the final decisions on each aspect of the plan. A general contractor with many years of experience can help to customize the project to meet your needs with cost limits while still maintaining quality of materials and workmanship.

As a result, your own experience should be a positive one, and can be life changing in that your experience of daily living includes the new makeover, upgrade, new kitchen or bathroom, or other changes in your home.

The following testimonial reviews for V.A. and Sons Construction, with over twenty five years as a remodeling contractor, are only a sample. This can be your experience also, and it might be life changing.

✅ "Crew was Fabulous to Work With"

"V.A. and Sons helped us with the exterior remodel of our 21 year old home. Their crew was fabulous to work with, professional courteous, thorough and fast. The cedar, framing of windows and prep for painting was done in three day. The painting started the following week and took 2 days. Gene had the foresight to order materials in advance to ensure they would be available at the start of the project to minimize any delay of our project. I will be calling them when we are ready to start our inside remodel.""

✅ "We Turned a Tragedy into a Beautiful Remodel"

"Our family suffered a terrible nightmare of a tragedy this year. In Feb 2021 during the ice storm, 2 giant white oak trees destroyed approximately 25-30% of our home. Having never suffered anything like this before I immediately began contacting several contractors, Remodeling Salem OR (VA & Sons Construction) was one of them. I had about 5 contractors visit my home in the days after to give estimates, with a giant trunk through our home and water pouring in, Gene was the only one who immediately sent his crew out to tarp and take care of things. He humbly told me whether I went with them or not, they were going to fix things for us to make sure no additional damage would impact he house. This level of empathy for what we were going through went a big way with me and I eventually hired him to do a massive repair. Gene was incredibly helpful navigating the complexity of such a massive job, he handled just about everything and worked hand in hand with our insurance adjuster to ensure that we got what we needed. The quality of work is exceptional and Gene's various crews were a pleasure to have in our home. The entire process took just shy of 10 months but it was worth it, we turned a tragedy into a beautiful remodel. My wife and I couldn't be more happy. I will be using this company again for many more projects in the future."

✅ "We Highly Recommend Them to Everybody!"

"Replace siding on our house, paint and some electrical repair. Everything about the work and quality of work far exceeded our expectations and we are more than pleased. All the workers were very professional, and polite. If there were any questions or concerns they would address it immediately. We were kept informed all the way through the project and it was done in a timely manner. Give them time to start your project as they are very busy with many customers. If you have to wait a little bit, you will NOT be sorry. We have more work later and we will have them do it. Best professionals we have ever seen! We will highly recommend them to everybody!!!""

✅ "V.A. and Sons replaced the siding on my house and painted the entire house. They did an outstanding job. Gene and his crew were courteous and considerate. They completed the job quickly and the price was very reasonable. Much lower than the estimates that I had received from other contractors. I was having difficulty selecting colors for the house and Gene provided helpful advice. I love the job that they did."

V.A. and Sons Construction

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✅ We are a preferred remodeling contractor favored by both homeowners and realtors in the Salem area.

✅ Established and doing business in the Salem area since 1996

✅ We are family owned and operated

✅ We have established three construction businesses, including Comfort Homes LLC, well known in the area for new construction.

✅ We started out with remodeling, siding, windows, and painting, and over time we have become experienced in building homes from start to finish, so we can handle any project that you need.

✅ We will give a fair and best estimate for every project and will beat any other price if we have to. Don't sacrifice quality by getting the cheap bid! We have seen many homeowners regret that after the fact. We combine affordable pricing with excellent workmanship.

✅ We can save you up to 40% in materials costs, and pass through our savings to you.

✅ We look forward to proving an estimate for your framing project after you have browsed our site. Need to contact us now? Text or call 503.851.5279 Gene Makarenko Owner, V.A. and Sons Construction Licensed, Bonded, Insured

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Why Remodel? Is Remodeling Still Viable in 2022?

Remodeling Salem Oregon - One Home at a Time

If you own a home in Salem Oregon and are considering remodeling your house, it's important to know that V.A. and Sons Construction has the experience and successful expertise to handle any type of new remodeling you may want done. We are a professional, locally owned business whose first priority is your complete satisfaction and enjoyment of your remodeled home.

There are different reasons why you may want to remodel your house. Many people are owning and living in their homes longer and desire to make updates and changes to distinguish their living environment from what it was like in the past. Aging in place has been a trend for a while now and remodeling includes ramps, and bathroom safety features along with other changes to allow for staying in your home while aging.

Some people want more space with larger rooms. Additions, Basement remodel, Decks and Patios, are all popular options in 2022.

Others want a specially designed kitchen and entertainment area for their regular guests. Kitchen remodeling is a value added benefit to increase resale value. The many options for kitchens allow for a satisfying combination of those to suit any taste, including colors, tiles, and lighting.

Because of the demographics of Salem being the state capitol, the real estate market tends to be more stable, as government employees have steady and longer term job security. As a result, remodeling a home in Salem has potentially better benefits for resale value as well as personal enjoyment.

V.A. and Sons Construction can do an extensive variety of renovations and repairs, including upgrading your bathrooms, kitchen, siding, roofing, decks, patios, additions, balconies, as well as your painting, windows and siding needs. We are very reasonably priced and will provide you with a free written consultation if you wish.

We work very efficiently and we finish most renovation jobs quite rapidly. Many realtors consider us their number one remodeling general contractor for their clients interior and exterior solutions in the Salem, Oregon area.

We especially have extensive experience in kitchen and bathroom renovations. We have renovated literally hundreds of exquisite kitchens and bathrooms over the years. For most homeowners, the kitchen remains a focal point and a room of great pride.

In addition, we have specialized experience designing and working with masonry projects. Some of our finest masonry work has been done in the Salem, Oregon area for many satisfied homeowners.

Bathroom Remodeling Idea - 2022

Bathroom Remodeling
Save Space and Soak Deep

by VA and Sons Construction - Remodeling Salem Oregon

Imagine coming home at the end of a long day and venturing into your bathroom for a good, long, hot soak in the tub. However, instead of lying down, you sit upright in a cutting-edge bathtub enjoying the experience of having your full body surrounded by hot water – much like a hot tub. Talk about relaxing!

A Japanese Soaking Tub Featured

Traditional bathtubs only allow you to lie down and depending on the size of your bathtub you may only have half (or less) of your body covered by the water. After a long, hard day at work this is hardly considered relaxing.

How do you get that long, hot, full body soak after a hard day at work?

You could install a giant Jacuzzi bathtub, but while they may be extremely relaxing, they only work well if the bathroom is already large enough to accommodate their large size.

What if your bathroom is small? What if you just want something simple? How do you incorporate a deep soaking tub into your bathroom remodeling project without sacrificing the majority of space in your bathroom?

The best solution is to get a Japanese soaking tub.

Many centuries ago the Japanese figured out how to resourcefully combine the pleasures of a full body soak in a limited, small space. Traditionally, the Japanese soaking tub is meant for relaxation and therapeutic purposes and some models are built to accommodate multiple people at once.

There are many benefits to owning a Japanese soaking tub:

· A Japanese soaking tub takes about half the floor space of a regular tub

· You can get a full body soak, even up to your neck if you desire

· Plumbing is optional for some models

· Relieve your aching muscles all at once

· The water will stay hotter for much longer than a traditional bathtub

If you’re working on a bathroom remodeling project and are planning on replacing your tub, the Japanese soaking tub could be one of the best improvements you make in your bathroom.

How many more traditional baths can you endure, having to constantly shift yourself just to stay warm – when the Japanese soaking tub would keep your entire body wrapped in hot water for long periods of time?

South Salem Remodeling Contractor Remodels Website

A New Remodeled Website

and 25 Years in Business!

Welcome to V.A. and Sons Construction. Our new website is up and has information about our services. On this site you can order a free estimate, learn more about our variety of services with remodeling, and read testimonials from Salem residents about our work.
Testimonial
"After getting 6 repair/painting bids for residing and painting our West Salem home, we chose VA & Sons Construction and are so pleased with our choice and their work. Their bid was thousands less than any of the others, very complete and easy to understand. Communication between the time they were hired and the time the job started was great. When work started Gene's crew showed up on time every day, worked diligently all day and cleaned up every evening before leaving. The finished job was done on a very timely basis and final clean up was excellent. My wife and I highly recommend VA & Sons Construction. They will certainly be our FIRST call whenever future work is needed on our house. Again THANK YOU GENE MAKARENKO AND YOUR EXCELLENT CREW FOR A JOB WELL DONE."

South Salem is Our Location

However, we provide services in the entire area.

From our website:

"After getting 6 repair/painting bids for residing and painting our West Salem home, we chose VA & Sons Construction and are so pleased with our choice and their work. Their bid was thousands less than any of the others, very complete and easy to understand. Communication between the time they were hired and the time the job started was great.

When work started Gene's crew showed up on time every day, worked diligently all day and cleaned up every evening before leaving. The finished job was done on a very timely basis and final clean up was excellent. My wife and I highly recommend VA & Sons Construction. They will certainly be our FIRST call whenever future work is needed on our house. Again THANK YOU GENE MAKARENKO AND YOUR EXCELLENT CREW FOR A JOB WELL DONE."

Estimates:

Estimates come in all shapes and sizes. Based on our years of experience, we know how estimates are prepared by our competition. We know how materials are marked up and we discount them up to 40% to help save you in the cost of your project.

As shown above in the testimonial, our bid for that project was thousands less than others. No guarantees for this - just possibilities. We pride ourselves in providing high quality work with high quality materials such as Hardiplank siding. Please allow us time to respond to your request for an estimate. We are worth waiting for.

In 2021 we celebrated our 25th anniversary of remodeling and construction services in the Salem community.

Whether you were referred to us or have found us in a Google search, we are an experienced contractor committed to excellent service, the best quality materials (which we can discount),and fair and reasonable estimates for your project.

We are recommended by many realtors in the Salem area. We look forward to proving a free estimate for any of your projects. Need to contact us now? Call or text 503-851-5279

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Is Painting in the Winter a Good Idea?

For exterior residential painting, it is normal to think of the Spring and Summer as the only months that painters are busy. However, painting in the winter can also be done, even with the rainy weather in Salem, Oregon. As a licensed painting contractor here in Salem, let us tell you why.

A Good Idea?

Why is it a good idea to paint in the winter? Aside from the fact that you either need or want a new color and coating on your home, working with a painting contractor may be easier in the winter months.

1) The season is not as busy, so you have a possible quicker response to get the job done asap.

2) The days when painting are done are in between the rains, so even though the schedule is weather dependent, it is still done, as we have done ourselves many times.

3) When a contractor can help you save up to 40% of the costs of materials, that is a huge motivation to get it done any season, and winter is included.

4) Better protection against the rain and cold, as well as a new look every time you pull into your driveway. The fun part is in selecting the colors and texture of the paint that is recommended for exteriors, as well as seen the new color every time that you are outside. If you are selling your home, the curb appeal will get a major face lift and those exterior photos will stand out in the MLS.

Exterior Paint Ideas

For exterior color ideas, here's a few samples of a traditional suburban palette,

that can be found on the Sherman Williams web site.

Getting exterior painting in the winter is a good idea only if it works for you; your preferences, your timing, your needs, and your budget. With up to 40% off of the costs of materials, we think we have made the budget part of the decision process easier. To find out more, contact us for a free estimate.

About V.A. and Sons Construction
503-851-5279
> Established and doing business in the Salem area since 1996
> We are family owned and operated
> We have established three construction businesses,
including Comfort Homes LLC, well known in the area for new construction.
> We started out with remodeling, siding, windows, and painting, and over time we have become experienced in building homes from start to finish, so we can handle any project that you need.
> We will give a fair and best estimate for every project and will beat any other price if we have to. Don't sacrifice quality by getting the cheap bid! We have seen many homeowners regret that after the fact. We combine affordable pricing with excellent workmanship.
> We can save you up to 40% in materials costs, and pass through our savings to you.
Gene Makarenko
Owner, V.A. and Sons Construction
Licensed, Bonded, Insured
CCB# 113701

Winter Remodeling Ideas in Salem Oregon

Winter remodeling should have a purpose that corresponds with the season.

If you have a home improvement project and it is getting into the winter season, this may be the best time to get started.

Busy Contractors Might Be More Available

With V.A. and Sons Construction, we get booked up in the summer months, and after the summer we have more time for selected projects. We have more flexibility with dates, and once accepted, can focus our attention on your project to get it completed sooner than later.

Discounts on Materials

In addition to materials being more available and in stock, we offer discounts on these in our projects. We can pass through some savings to you and help keep the cost of the overall project lower.

Permits Might Get Approved Faster

Fewer permits are applied for in the winter months as as a result delays might be avoided compared to the summer months.

Painting is Better in the Winter Months

New paint can dry faster in winter months and as a result this can also help with your project.

Winterizing Your Home Saves Energy Costs

Energy costs can increase substantially in the winter months with heating. The State of Oregon has some tips for saving energy in heating your home.
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1) Ductless Heat Pumps

Ductless heat pumps, sometimes called mini-split heat pumps, move warm or cool air without needing ductwork. These heat pumps are an efficient option for homes with baseboard heating.

Make it efficient: a good measure of efficiency for ductless heat pumps is a Heating Season Performance Factor (HSPF) rating. Aim for a rating of 10.0 or higher. You can also search for efficient models in the AHRI Directory .

2) Air-sourced ducted heat pumps
Air-sourced ducted heat pumps move air around existing ductwork, but use significantly less energy than furnaces.

Make it efficient: a good measure of efficiency for heat pumps is a Heating Season Performance Factor (HSPF) rating. Aim for a rating of 9.5 or higher.

3) Check Your Furnace Efficiency

Furnaces heat air using electricity, natural gas, or other fuel, and distribute the heated air throughout a home using ductwork. Upgrading to an efficient furnace can save energy and money.

Make it efficient: A furnace is rated by its Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) score. The AFUE measures how efficiently a furnace uses its fuel. For example, an AFUE of 95 percent means that 95 percent of the energy in the furnace's fuel becomes heat for the home (the other 5 percent escapes up the chimney or elsewhere).

4) Insulation
Insulation saves energy and improves comfort, keeping your home warm in the winter and cooler in the summer. Home performance contractors can assess your home and recommend cost-effective insulation and air leak sealing.

Make it efficient: insulation is assigned an R-value, which is a measure of thickness. The higher the R-value, the better! Aim for a minimum R-38 for attics, R-30 for floors, and R-21 for walls.

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Windows - The Photo Above Shows Energy Loss
from Milguard Windows - How Window Performance Improves Energy Efficiency

"The red areas demonstrate that this house is losing most of its heat through the windows. Generally, heat loss occurs in three ways: infiltration, natural ventilation, and mechanical ventilation.

“Infiltration” occurs when outdoor air flows into the house through openings, joints, and cracks in walls, floors, and ceilings, and around windows and doors.
In “natural ventilation”, air moves through open windows and doors.
“Mechanical ventilation” systems circulate fresh air using ducts and fans, rather than relying on airflow through small holes or cracks in a home's walls, roof, or windows.[1]

Air movement associated with infiltration and natural ventilation is caused by air temperature differences between the indoors and outdoors, and by the wind.

The air exchange rate, which is the rate at which outdoor air replaces indoor air, can be low and pollutant levels can increase when there is little infiltration, natural ventilation, or mechanical ventilation." from Milguard = https://www.milgard.com/blog/how-window-performance-improves-building-comfort-and-energy-efficiency

Making Your Winter Remodel Happen

Contact V.A. and Sons Construction for a free estimate.
Remodeling Salem Oregon, one home at a time.

503-851-5279

Need Remodeling or Siding in Salem Oregon? - Siding Contractor since 1996

Looking for a "Contractor Near Me"?

Welcome to V.A. and Sons Construction

We are dedicated and committed skilled professionals, and have an excellent reputation with both homeowners and realtors in the Salem area.

Siding and Painting Testimonial

Siding Contractor - Salem, Oregon

Looking for a "Siding Contractor Near Me?"

As a Preferred Contractor with JamesHardie, the Most recognized Siding Manufacturer, we offer free estimates for your Siding needs.

V.A. and Sons Construction combines years of siding installation experience, an excellent reputation, and top quality products to continue to meet or exceed our customer’s expectations for their siding projects.

We provide the full range of siding solutions and help you to make an informed decision on what works the best for your needs and budget. We have experience with a large selection of James Hardie Hardieplank siding products.
James Hardie developed the most popular form of siding – cement board – and continues to develop products that meet consumer needs for sustainability and protection

We also handle shake, window trim, corners and belly bands all made out of fiber cement. In addition to cement siding we can install masonry , brick, real stucco, cultured stone, and real stone. On house fronts and fireplaces, we also do tile, granite and marble.

Green Siding - As more and more homeowners become focused on materials that are sustainable, this becomes important in an element of a home that protects it from moisture, mold, and water damage, especially in a wet state like Oregon.

One product that is favorable for a wet climate like Oregon is HardieBacker™, with MoldBlock™ Technology – that offers the most comprehensive and flexible strength available, while providing superior protection against moisture and mold damage. James Hardie products are as close to “Green” as you can get in a building material used for siding. The ingredients are easily renewable and they last longer than other products.

FREE ESTIMATE - Call 503-851-5279 or send in a request form

Looking for a Painting Contractor in Salem, Oregon ?

Professional Interior and Exterior Painting
It's all about color, texture, coating and especially, a professional job. You deserve it and we provide it !

A newly painted room can make a huge difference in the look and feel of the room. Thanks to our network of professional painting contractors in the area who we know do the best job, we can provide you with the interior or exterior painting solutions either stand alone or as a part of a remodeling project.

Professional house painting is becoming even more important for many homeowners because of the combination of aesthetic enhancement of interior colors as well as the curb appeal of an exterior paint.

At V.A. and Sons Construction, we combine years of contracting painting projects as a Salem Oregon painting contractor, an excellent reputation, and top quality products to continue to meet or exceed our customer’s expectations for their painting projects.

What is the best brand that we recommend ? How you can receive it at a discount ?
Read our blog

Salem Painting Contractor Uses Sherman Williams with Reduced Costs about why we use this brand and can provide reduced costs to homeowners. full story >
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