Florence Garage Builder — Shops, RV Bays & More
Custom Garage — built by Eugene’s garage & ADU master craftsman, serving Florence since 1969.
Thinking about a custom garage in Florence? A custom garage means covered parking, a real workshop, RV storage, or an apartment above — and Red Umbrella has been building garages, ADUs, and additions across Lane County since 1969. Coastal moisture and salt air make Florence builds material-intensive — locals favor fiber-cement siding and pressure-treated framing in garages — and the city’s relatively compact footprint means many in-town lots are tight, so ADUs above garages are the preferred density solution.
Building a custom garage in Florence
Florence sits 60 mi west of Eugene on Highway 126 at the Pacific coast. Is on the coast, where salt air, sand, and dune-and-estuary overlays demand a tighter, corrosion-aware build. Building permits here go through City of Florence — a process we know well — and for a custom garage, that shapes the foundation, setbacks, and whether a detached shop or an attached garage fits the lot.
Locally, Florence is known for the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area and the Siuslaw River Bay, and we tailor every build to fit the lot, the neighborhood, and how you actually live.
Custom Garage in Florence: what we build
We build detached and attached garages — 1 to 4 car, heated shops, tall RV bays, and garages with a finished apartment above.
- Detached & attached, 1–4 car
- Heated shops, RV bays & pole buildings
- Garage with an apartment or suite above
- Any roof style — gable, hip, gambrel, more
Why Florence 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 City of Florence and make the whole path simple.
Florence custom garage questions
Can I add a second story or living space above a new garage?
Yes — a garage with living space above is called a carriage house or garage ADU, and Florence code generally allows it within the applicable ADU size limits. Adding a habitable second story increases cost significantly (typically $80,000–$160,000 total for garage-plus-unit), but the combination maximizes property use and rental income potential. Red Umbrella designs and builds garage-plus-ADU combinations as a single integrated project.
Does Red Umbrella handle all the inspections during construction?
Yes — Red Umbrella schedules and manages every required municipal inspection, including foundation, framing, rough electrical, rough plumbing, insulation, and final inspection. The homeowner does not need to coordinate with City or county inspectors; Red Umbrella handles all communication and corrects any inspection comments before re-inspecting. You receive a copy of all final inspection approvals.
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.
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"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 a custom garage in Florence?
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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