As mentioned in our previous article, How to Find a Tiny House Builder, not all tiny houses are created equal. And by that, we mean that there are some key points to consider before choosing the right builder for your project. Here’s a refresher on the most important points to consider:
- How long have they been in business? Go for a more experienced tiny house builder and you’re more likely to get someone who knows what works and what doesn’t.
- Can they build exactly what I’m looking for? While some tiny house builders focus on set designs, there are also builders out there who will take your design dreams and make them a reality!
- What kinds of material do they use? Take a look at some of the tiny houses they built in the past. Make sure they use quality materials that will make your tiny house last!
- Have they built a lot of tiny houses? Tiny house builders often come from other types of building backgrounds, and may not know what’s what (even if they claim to). Make sure they’ve built other tiny houses before.
Tiny houses are certainly not a new thing in Oregon. In fact, the tiny house lifestyle has been growing in popularity for quite awhile now! Living tiny in the state of Oregon is easier to do than in most states in the continental US. With a diverse landscape of forests, mountains and beaches, Oregon is truly a state that inspires living freely and in nature. Let’s take a look at some of the top tiny house builders that can help you make your tiny house dream, a reality.
Tiny Smart House
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This affordable tiny house builder boasts quality craftsmanship and efficient solutions to best meet their customer’s needs. With a variety of different services on offer, Tiny Smart House is an excellent choice for the Oregon customer looking for anything from a custom tiny home, to the fully-finished tiny home.
- Location: Albany, Oregon
- Tiny houses on wheels: yes
- Tiny houses on foundations: yes
- Custom builds: yes
- Certifications: RVIA (Recreational Vehicle Industry Association)
- Tiny house financing partners: No, but you can contact Tiny Smart House here for recommendations.
- Price: approx. $49,000 - $100,000 (Check out their 2019 price list here)
Contact the builder here for more information.
Bohemian Cottages and Tiny Houses
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These founders know all about craftsmanship and homesteading through personal experiences–these skills and values translated well into tiny home building. Whether you’re looking for a mini art studio or guest home for your backyard, Bohemian Cottages and Tiny Houses has you covered.
- Location: Eugene, Oregon
- Tiny houses on wheels: no
- Tiny houses on foundations: yes
- Custom builds: yes
- Certifications: N/A
- Tiny house financing partners: No
- Price: N/A (You can inquire about prices here)
Contact the builder here for more information.
Tiny Heirloom
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This family business combines the talents of individuals with over a decade of experience in construction. Their understanding of the ‘less is more’ mentality is what inspires their tiny house build process. We love this tiny house builder because of the passion and family values which are apparent in their work!
- Location: Portland, Oregon
- Tiny houses on wheels: yes
- Tiny houses on foundations: yes
- Custom builds: yes
- Certifications: RVIA (Recreational Vehicle Industry Association)
- Tiny house financing partners: yes, Koala Financial Group
- Price: starting at approx. $45,000
Contact the builder here for more information.
Tiny Innovations
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This unique tiny home builder offers modern tiny houses that can be customized to fit any lifestyle. Not only do they build tiny houses on wheels, but they also offer shipping container conversions and commercial food truck builds. You can even trade in your vehicle towards payment on your tiny house!
- Location: Portland, Oregon
- Tiny houses on wheels: yes
- Tiny houses on foundations: yes
- Custom builds: yes
- Certifications: RVIA (Recreational Vehicle Industry Association)
- Tiny house financing partners: yes, you can learn more here.
- Price: starting at approx. $43,500
Contact the builder here for more information.
Tru Form Tiny
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With 50 years of experience in residential home building, the Tru Form Tiny co-founders decided that they wanted to turn to more sustainable ways of living. The resulting tiny house building company focuses on local and green products. Their ethos of ethical, responsible business practices puts this tiny house company high on our list!
- Location: Eugene, Oregon
- Tiny houses on wheels: yes
- Tiny houses on foundations: N/A
- Custom builds: yes
- Certifications: RVIA (Recreational Vehicle Industry Association), Passive House Certified Builders (certified energy efficient home).
- Tiny house financing partners: yes, you can learn more here.
- Price: N/A
Contact the builder here for more information.
Daystar Builders
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This tiny house builder has 30 years of construction experience, and has been building tiny homes for over 7 years. Considering that new tiny house builders are now popping up all over the place, the fact they have so many years of tiny house building experience is a huge plus. They offer both a tiny house on wheels or an ADU (accessory dwelling unit). As a licensed pre-fab builder, they can either build your tiny home on foundations off site or on site.
- Location: Salem, Oregon
- Tiny houses on wheels: yes
- Tiny houses on foundations: yes
- Custom builds: yes
- Certifications: Licensed to build pre-fab structures and park models.
- Tiny house financing partners: N/A
- Price: N/A
Contact the builder here for more information.
Covo Tiny House Co
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A life of freedom–these are the words that inspire this tiny house builder. With three versatile models that can be adjusted to your liking, Covo Tiny House Co is ready to help you live in comfort and style on the go.
- Location: Portland, Oregon
- Tiny houses on wheels: yes
- Tiny houses on foundations: N/A
- Custom builds: N/A
- Certifications: N/A
- Tiny house financing partners: No
- Price: N/A
Contact the builder here for more information.
The Takeaway
Finding the right tiny house builder for you isn’t an easy task. This is one of the most important steps of the tiny house process because ultimately, it’s a choice that decides whether your dream home becomes a reality or not. The number of qualified tiny house builders out there is steadily growing. Be sure to do your research, and even schedule a chat with several of the builders before committing to one. Our biggest advice? Don’t rush the process. Enjoy it. Having your own tiny home built to your exact specifications is a moment that you’ll want to remember for the rest of your life.
