ADU Builder Serving Cheshire, OR
ADU Builder — built by Eugene’s garage & ADU master craftsman, serving Cheshire since 1969.
Thinking about an ADU in Cheshire? A backyard ADU adds rental income, room for family, and lasting property value — and Red Umbrella has been building garages, ADUs, and additions across Lane County since 1969. Cheshire sits in the flat Long Tom River valley surrounded by active dairy farms; residential lots within the community are a mix of village-era parcels and small acreages, and Lane County’s rural residential zoning allows combination garage-shop buildings up to 3,000 sq ft without conditional use review.
Building an ADU in Cheshire
Cheshire sits 22 mi northwest of Eugene on Highway 36. Is surrounded by working farmland where efu zoning and generous setbacks shape what — and where — you can build. Building permits here go through Lane County — a process we know well — and for an ADU, that shapes how utilities connect and whether a detached cottage or an attached unit fits best.
Locally, Cheshire is known for the Long Tom River valley and Highway 36 dairy corridor, and we tailor every build to fit the lot, the neighborhood, and how you actually live.
ADU Builder in Cheshire: what we build
We build detached backyard cottages, attached units, and ADUs above or beside a garage — designed, permitted, and built end to end.
- Detached & attached ADUs, 400–900+ sq ft
- Garage-to-ADU conversions (our specialty)
- Permits, utilities & site work handled
- Up to 120% financing — cash-flows as a rental
Why Cheshire homeowners choose Red Umbrella
- Garages and ADUs under one roof — the rare shop that masters both, so a garage-with-a-suite is one project, one crew.
- Master Electrician in-house — owner Bari Swartz wires it himself, to code, no waiting on a sub.
- Building since 1969 — you work directly with Bari, not a sales rep or a rotating cast of subs.
- Permits handled & up to 120% financing — we know Lane County and make the whole path simple.
Cheshire ADU questions
Can I convert my garage into an ADU in Cheshire?
Yes — converting an attached or detached garage into a livable ADU is one of the most cost-effective ways to add a rental unit or guest suite in Cheshire. A garage-to-ADU conversion typically costs $50,000–$85,000 depending on the existing structure’s condition, desired finishes, and whether plumbing must be added. Red Umbrella specializes in garage conversions and handles permits, electrical, framing, insulation, and finish work under one contract.
What is Oregon’s contractor lien notice requirement?
Under Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 87, contractors must provide homeowners with an “Information Notice to Owner” before beginning work; this notice explains your rights if subcontractors or suppliers file liens for unpaid amounts. Red Umbrella provides this notice as part of the contract paperwork before any work begins. Understanding your lien rights protects you even if all payments to Red Umbrella are made on time.
What does “financing up to 120%” mean for a construction project?
Financing up to 120% of project cost means the loan can cover not only the construction contract amount but also an additional 20% to account for incidentals such as permits, system-development charges, landscaping after construction, or minor scope changes. This helps homeowners avoid out-of-pocket surprises during construction. HFS Financial, a lender partner of Red Umbrella, offers this type of product for qualifying borrowers.
We also build these in Cheshire.
Garage Conversion
A garage conversion is the fastest, most affordable way to add finished living space.
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Custom Garage
A custom garage means covered parking, a real workshop, RV storage, or an apartment above.
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Home Additions
A seamless addition adds the room you need without the cost and upheaval of moving.
Learn more →ADUs near Cheshire
We build throughout Lane County — here are nearby towns we also serve:
Trusted across the valley.
"Bari built us a fine, 600 sq ft cottage (ADU) in our back yard. Helpful from start to finish through the permit process."
"Our garage was crushed by a tree in the ice storm. Red Umbrella, garage specialists, were perfect for the job."
"Bari at Red Umbrella is a solid contractor! We hired him to remodel our garage in College Hill, and it became a special place to live and enjoy."
Planning an ADU in Cheshire?
Bari will look at your lot and give you an honest number — permits handled, up to 120% financing, usually a reply within one business day.
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