Green Building and Remodeling in Seattle, Washington - Pathway Design & Construction












Pathway offers a full range of services for residential and commercial construction projects. In each project we undertake, we share our expertise and work with the owner to incorporate sustainable, environmentally friendly and healthy home building techniques as desired by the owner. We hold ourselves to the highest industry standards and are committed to fine craftsmanship and exceptional customer service.

Remodels

We are experienced with projects ranging from small kitchen and bathroom to whole house remodels. Learn more »

House Additions & Expansions

Whether you wish to add a small addition to your kitchen or add a major multi-story addition, we have the construction experience to see the project from conception to completion. It is our priority to create a design that will have minimal impact on the neighborhood and maintain the home’s original character through the course of the remodel. Learn more »

New Construction

Building from the ground up allows you to incorporate any design feature you may desire. We will assist you with the design process and carry it through to the completion of construction. Learn more »

Commercial

We have the expertise and experience for your tenant improvement projects. We will work with you to find economical ways to implement healthy and sustainable features into your commercial space. Visit “The Ballard Loft” restaurant at 5105 Ballard Ave. N.W. for an example of how to incorporate these building features into your next project. (If you feel up for a little treat while you are there take the opportunity to sample one of their gourmet sausages.) Learn more »

Design Build Projects

If you need help to develop your vision, we can provide a complete design and build package for your home or building. We will guide you through the process step by step, enabling you to focus on the important decisions in the design process. While we recognize building/remodeling can be a challenging process, one of our main goals is to make it a rewarding event in your life. Learn more »

Consulting

We offer a variety of consulting services to assist a homeowner with the construction process. These include:

  1. Sustainable/environmentally friendly building education
  2. Environmentally friendly building resource and network developing
  3. Healthier home education
  4. Construction cost analysis/feasibility analysis
  5. Project design analysis

We are willing to offer a client our expertise at any stage during the remodeling construction process in an effort to help move your project along smoothly.
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Energy Audits

If you are looking to increase the energy efficiency of your house, or just create more comfortable indoor space with fewer drafts, we also offer the service of a full energy audit with an Energy Performance Score score. 

An Energy Performance Score models the structure of your house against other similar houses.  An energy audit report gives you a prioritized list of weatherization projects for your house.  It is a crucial step to planning any extensive renovations with energy efficiency in mind. 

A Pathway Energy Audit will lay-out the projects you should focus on to achieve the maximum energy savings for your weatherization investment. 

Pathway's energy auditors are certified with the Building Performance Institute and are listed as a Seattle City Light Home Energy Auditor.

 

Earthquake Retrofitting

Seismic retrofitting is a great way to protect what may be your biggest investment. The City of Seattle encourages residents to retrofit there house through the Project Impact Seattle offering a Standard Earthquake Home Retrofit Plan. Project Impact Seattle aims to reduce earthquake damage in existing wood frame residential buildings. This done by strengthing existing pony walls and tying exising sill plates to the foundation. It also may be possible to obtain earthquake insurance after your home has been properly retrofitted. You should contact your home insurance company for additional information and clarification. Please contact Pathway if you would like a retrofit evaluation of your home.

 

Do-It-Yourself Coaching

If you are looking to save money and complete all or a portion of a remodel yourself, we will work along side you or provide training to help your project move smoothly. Our many years of remodel experience can help with the following:

  1. Anticipate complications
  2. Code requirements
  3. Tricks of the trade
  4. Cost saving ideas/getting the most return for your money
  5. Hiring quality trade contractors