Residential Construction & Remodeling
At Fortis NW, we build custom homes and deliver award-winning remodels designed around the people who live in them. Your home should reflect your lifestyle, priorities, and long-term vision - whether that means building something new from the ground up or transforming what you already have.
Named the 2025 Remodeler of the Year by the Central Washington Home Builders Association, Fortis NW has earned a reputation for craftsmanship, honesty, and attention to detail across hundreds of projects in the Yakima Valley.
25+
YEARS LOCAL & 100% LICENSED
300+
PROJECTS
1. Services We Offer
Whether you're ready to remodel a kitchen, add square footage to your home, or build a custom home from scratch, Fortis NW has the experience and hands-on approach to get it done right. Our residential services cover the full range of what homeowners in the Yakima Valley need.
Remodeling Services
As the 2025 CWHBA Remodeler of the Year, remodeling is where Fortis NW has built some of its strongest reputation. We approach every remodel with the same care and precision as a new build - because your existing home deserves that level of respect.
- Kitchen Remodels - full gut-and-remodel or targeted layout and finish updates
- Bathroom Remodels - from fixture refreshes to complete bathroom renovations
- Whole-Home Renovations - coordinated multi-room remodels that transform how your home functions
- Home Additions - add square footage that integrates seamlessly with your existing structure
- Deck & Outdoor Remodels - rebuild, repair, or expand your outdoor living space
- Basement Finishes - convert unfinished space into functional living area
New Construction Services
For families ready to build a home that fits their life more fully, Fortis NW offers custom home construction tailored to your lifestyle and vision - not a standard floor plan that only meets part of what you need.
- New Custom Home Construction tailored to your lifestyle and vision
- Preconstruction Collaboration to align goals, plans, and budget early
- Coordination with trusted local draftsmen and engineers
- Oversight through key phases including site prep, framing, exterior work, and finish stages
- Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Detailed attention from foundation to finish carpentry
2. When Our Services Are Needed
Homeowners reach out to Fortis NW both when they're ready to build new and when their current home is no longer working the way it should. A remodel is often the smarter path - it protects your investment, keeps you in a neighborhood you love, and delivers a transformed space faster and at lower cost than moving.
- Your kitchen, bathroom, or living areas need a remodel to match how you actually live
- You want to add square footage without leaving your current neighborhood
- Your current home no longer fits your family's needs
- You are ready to build on land you already own
- You want a home designed around your lifestyle, priorities, and future plans
- You are entering the design phase and want builder input early
3. What We Evaluate and Your Investment
Whether you're remodeling a kitchen or building a custom home, a successful project starts with asking the right questions before construction begins. At Fortis NW, we take time to understand the full picture so we can help you make informed decisions early and avoid unnecessary surprises later.
We evaluate important factors such as:
- The scope of the remodel or build and what it will take to do it right
- The property itself, including access, slope, grading, and existing conditions
- Structural and engineering needs, especially for load-bearing remodel work
- Budget priorities and finish expectations
- Long-term function, comfort, durability, and livability
We know this is one of the most significant investments your family will make. Protecting that investment means more than managing cost. It means making wise decisions, staying informed throughout the process, and focusing on the details that truly affect quality and long-term value.
A thoughtfully built custom home pays you back over time through comfort, function, and confidence in the way it was built.
4. The Process You Can Expect
Whether we're managing a remodel or building your home from the ground up, the process at Fortis NW is built on the same foundation: clear communication, professional oversight, and genuine care for the finished result.
Clients can expect a process that includes:
- A first conversation about your vision, goals, budget, and timeline
- Coordination with draftsmen, engineers, subcontractors, and trusted partners
- Careful oversight through each phase of construction
- Ongoing communication so you know what is happening and what comes next
- A final walk-through to make sure the home meets our standards and yours
What you gain is more than a finished house. You gain a home built around your life, a smoother construction experience, and peace of mind knowing the project is being led with care and attention to detail. Most importantly, you gain a place your family can grow into and be proud to call home for years to come.
5. Why Choose Fortis NW
Award-winning remodeling. Custom home expertise. One trusted team.
Choosing the right builder is one of the most important decisions in the custom home process. Homeowners want to know they are hiring someone experienced, honest, responsive, and committed to doing the job the right way. That is exactly what Fortis NW is built on.
Homeowners choose Fortis NW because we offer:
- 2025 CWHBA Remodeler of the Year
- More than 35 years of residential construction and remodeling experience
- A family-owned and operated approach - your home is never just a job number
- Direct oversight from Eric and Ryker on every project
- A strong reputation for craftsmanship, honesty, and integrity
- Clear communication from the first meeting to final completion
Fortis NW is proud to serve the Yakima Valley as both a trusted remodeling contractor and a custom home builder. Whether you're transforming a room or building from the ground up, you deserve a team that listens, communicates clearly, and delivers results you're proud of for years to come.
