Updated: Jun 26, 2026
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Address
8525 SE 32nd Ave, Milwaukie, OR, 97222
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Tortoise Construction, LLC
Tortoise Construction is a trusted remodeling contractor serving the Portland Metro area, including Lake Oswego, SE Portland, and Happy Valley. We specialize in custom kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, full home remodeling, decks, patio covers, and home additions. Our approach is simple: quality first, never rushed. We take the time to do the job right—the first time. Whether it's updating a bathroom, building a new deck, or creating an open-concept kitchen, we treat every project like it's our own home. Our clients become lifelong partners, and we earn their trust through craftsmanship, clear communication, and satisfaction that lasts. Let us show you how remodeling should feel.
From BuildZoom: Tortoise Construction, LLC, 8525 SE 32nd Ave, Milwaukie, OR (Employee: Jeske, Michael Alexander) holds a license according to the Oregon license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 99 ranks in the top 15% of 62,733 Oregon licensed contractors.
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Tortoise Construction, LLC Contact Information
Phone Number: (971) 800-0150
Address: 8525 SE 32nd Ave, Milwaukie, OR 97222
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Quality
99
85th percentile
Pro tip:
We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Tortoise Construction, LLC has a BuildZoom score of 99, which places them above 85% of 62,733 contractors in Oregon.
Activity
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4 projects
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2025 |
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4 projects
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2024 |
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3 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Tortoise Construction, LLC has worked on at least
11.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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4 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Tortoise Construction, LLC mostly works on
home addition
projects.
Pricing
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2 projects
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< $5k |
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2 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
Pro tip:
For more details about their pricing, check out their recent activity to see how much they have charged for different types of work.
Building Permits by Tortoise Construction, LLC
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Single pdf - alteration to create new bedroom and bathroom. (two toilets total) ***any et pt or mt separate***
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2025-007831-000-00-RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Install exhaust fan in bathroom dryer vent. per building permit
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2025-022725-000-00-MT
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition/alterati...
Building Type:
N/A
Single family residence - s/o/o/o - replace header over 2 windows
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLDG-2300896
Status:
final
Fee:
$305
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
King rd; install bathroom fan and dryer vent in basement. pipe both to outside
Valuation:
$300
Permit #:
601-24-001770-MECH
Status:
final
Fee:
$182
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Tandoor bakery - racking
Valuation:
$800
Permit #:
BUP2025-00040
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family residence - s/o/m/e addition 680 sq ft of living space over existing garage + (3) ckts + (1) heat pump + (1) bathroom fan (plumbing-2214074)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLDG-2111222
Status:
final
Fee:
$2,913
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Boones ferry; remove rot in sill plate and studs sheathing. aprx 10sf. replace and waterproof. need consult on allowed solutions. patio built up in grade change resulting in 12ft of wall being below grade. proposed solution is pressure treated wood replacement excavation epdm liner and other waterproofing backfill with rock and positive drainage below concrete foundation. acceptable s... see more
Valuation:
$3,850
Permit #:
499-18-01038
Status:
final
Fee:
$191
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Remove and rebuild patio cover
Valuation:
$30,000
Permit #:
B0859825
Status:
issued
Fee:
$901
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single pdf replacing structural beams removing post and interior walls on main floor. *et pt mt separate*
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2024-056344-000-00-RS
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
New bathroom exhaust fan
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2023-012226-000-00-MT
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition/alterati...
Building Type:
N/A
Single family residence - addition 680 sq ft of living space over existing garage
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P0264405
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single pdf - revision to update site plan to show that street trees not applicable
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2025-007831-REV-01-RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Range hood exhaust vent verification of existing install
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2023-022479-000-00-MT
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition/alterati...
Building Type:
N/A
Tandoor bakery - tenant improvement for new tenant: ada upgrades plumbing and electrical and mechanical. under separate permits
Valuation:
$12,500
Permit #:
BUP2024-00146
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Frame door from garage to house
Valuation:
$400
Permit #:
499-20-01513
Status:
final
Fee:
$169
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Tear down and replace deck on rear of house
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2019-183992-000-00-RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
Single family res...
Remove and replace rear attached patio cover with new patio cover including new footings ***plumbing electrical amd mechanical permits to be obtained separately***
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2018-193471-000-00-RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
Single family res...
Convert mudroom to half bathroom and addition new window at rear of house (2 toilets total)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2019-211932-000-00-RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
Single family res...
Simple bathroom permit - new bathroom. trade permits separate
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2020-222183-000-00-RS
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Interior alterati...
Building Type:
Single family res...
Nottingham; demolish exisitng fireplace. building interior steel framed wall. install insert fireplace
Valuation:
$6,500
Permit #:
499-25-002201-MECH
Status:
final
Fee:
$146
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
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Tortoise Construction, LLC License info
Verified License
| License # | 214445 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Oregon |
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99
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Lloyds Of London Aka (Certain) Underwriters At Lloyds London |
| Insured up to | $1,000,000 |
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Western Surety Company |
| Bond Value | $20,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Saif |
15
Permits
- Building permit records show that Tortoise Construction, LLC has worked on 15 permitted projects.
Tortoise Construction, LLC Employees
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Jeske, Michael Alexander