Battle Ground’s Go-To General Contractor — Honest Estimates, Clean Work & Zero Surprises
Vlad brings nearly two decades of hands-on construction experience. Siding, windows, roofing, dry rot repair, kitchen and bathroom renovation, and more. EPA Lead-Safe Certified. Owner-supervised every project. Licensed in Washington (WA #VRESHCL776ND) and Oregon (OR #241979). Free estimates. (503) 272-6436.
VResh Construction is an owner-operated general contracting company serving Battle Ground and the surrounding Clark County, WA, communities. Founder Vlad is directly involved in every Battle Ground project.
About Battle Ground, WA — Clark County, Washington
Battle Ground is a city in north-central Clark County, Washington, named for an event that was less dramatic than it sounds. In November 1855, a group of Klickitat people led by Chief Umtuch left the Vancouver Barracks, and Captain William Strong was dispatched to retrieve them. The two groups made contact near the present-day downtown, spent the night camped near each other, and parted without a fight in the morning — though Chief Umtuch was later found shot, under disputed circumstances. The "battle" that never happened gave the city its name, and the story is still told with local pride.
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Incorporated in 1951, Battle Ground remained a small agricultural community — known for dairy farming, cheese production, and its position as the social hub of north Clark County — well into the late twentieth century. That changed with growth. Battle Ground has grown more than 120% since 2000 and is now one of the fastest-growing communities in Clark County. The city serves as the commercial center for a north Clark County population of over 80,000 people, with major retailers, schools, and services clustered around the SR-502/SR-503 corridor. Clark County wine country has taken hold here as well, with three wineries and a tasting room operating within or adjacent to city limits.
The housing stock reflects Battle Ground's explosive growth era. Nearly 46% of all homes in the city were built after 2000, and the median construction year is approximately 2003 — making Battle Ground's housing stock among the newest in Clark County. The relatively small share of pre-1978 housing exists primarily in the older city core near Main Street and along the original platted blocks. The dominant construction era is the mid-1990s through 2010s, with newer master-planned subdivisions continuing to expand the city's southern and western edges.
Battle Ground, WA — Key Facts
Status: Incorporated city in Clark County, Washington
Population: 20,743 (2020 U.S. Census) — growing to ~22,959 by 2023
Incorporated: 1951 | Named for: 1855 standoff between Captain Strong and Chief Umtuch of the Klickitat people
Distance from Portland: ~30 miles north; ~10 miles north of Vancouver via SR-502/SR-503
ZIP code: 98604
Transit: C-TRAN bus service to Vancouver, Delta Park/Vanport MAX station
Median construction year: ~2003 (45.9% of homes built after 2000)
Notable: Commercial hub for north Clark County area (population 80,000+)
Notable: Growing Clark County wine country — three wineries within or adjacent to city
Median home value: ~$540,000 (estimated 2024)
Median household income: ~$94,360 (2020 Census)
Building permits: City of Battle Ground Building Division — 360-342-5040, 109 SW 1st St, Suite 127
Sources: Population 20,743 (2020 Census), Clark County, incorporated 1951, named for Klickitat standoff, SR-502/SR-503, C-TRAN service, north Clark County hub of 80,000+, three wineries — Wikipedia (SRC-4) and City of Battle Ground official site (SRC-5). ZIP 98604, ~30 miles north, ~45.9% homes built after 2000, median HH income ~$94,360 — Wikipedia (SRC-4) and biggestuscities.com (SRC-6). Permit authority: 109 SW 1st St Suite 127, 360-342-5040, Mon/Wed/Fri 9am–5pm/Tue/Thu 8am–1pm, CSS portal — City of Battle Ground Building Division official page (SRC-5).
What Working on a Battle Ground Home Actually Requires
Working in Washington State requires a current Washington State contractor registration — separate from Oregon licensing — along with familiarity with the Washington State Building Code. Battle Ground's housing stock is among the newest in Clark County — approximately 45.9% of homes were built after 2000, and under 2% predate 1940. Pre-1978 homes exist in the older city core near Main Street, but they represent a small share of total inventory. Lead paint compliance still applies to that older stock. Any contractor disturbing painted surfaces on a pre-1978 home in Battle Ground must be EPA Lead-Safe Certified. VResh holds both the required Washington State contractor registration and current EPA Lead-Safe Certification.
⚠️ Washington State Contractor Requirements — What Battle Ground Homeowners Should Know
Washington State law requires contractors performing construction work in Washington to hold an active Washington State contractor registration through the WA Department of Labor & Industries (L&I). This is separate from Oregon licensing.
VResh Construction holds an active Washington State contractor registration: WA #VRESHCL776ND. Always ask any contractor you hire for WA work to show their current WA L&I registration number and verify it at verify.lni.wa.gov.
Electrical permits in Washington are issued by WA State L&I — not by the city building department. VResh coordinates all electrical permit work on your behalf.
Work performed by an unregistered contractor in Washington State is illegal, voids homeowner insurance coverage for the project, and leaves the homeowner with no recourse for defective work.
Sources: WA State contractor registration requirement — WA Dept of Labor & Industries (SRC-5). EPA RRP Rule — VResh siding page (SRC-3).
Lead Paint — Present in Most Pre-1978 Homes
Federal law — the EPA's Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule — requires contractors who disturb painted surfaces on homes built before 1978 to hold EPA Lead-Safe Certification, follow specific containment and work practice protocols, and provide written documentation. Violations can reach $37,500 per day per violation.
VResh Construction is EPA Lead-Safe Certified. We follow full RRP protocols on every pre-1978 project: proper containment, wet work practices to suppress dust, thorough cleanup procedures, and written compliance documentation at project completion. As VResh's own siding page notes: "Most Portland siding contractors are not" EPA RRP certified. Always ask any contractor to show their current certification before work on any pre-1978 home begins.
⚠️ Before Hiring Any Contractor for Pre-1978 Work in Battle Ground
Ask directly: "Are you currently EPA Lead-Safe Certified under the RRP Rule?" Then ask to see the certificate.
A contractor without current certification cannot legally disturb painted surfaces on a pre-1978 home, cannot provide the required compliance documentation, and exposes your family to lead dust contamination.
VResh Construction holds current EPA Lead-Safe Certification and provides written documentation on every qualifying project.
Sources: EPA RRP Rule requirements, $37,500/day fine — VResh siding page (SRC-3). "Most Portland siding contractors are not" certified — VResh siding page (SRC-3).
Moisture, Dry Rot, and Battle Ground's Housing Stock
Battle Ground's position in north Clark County, surrounded by forested ridges and farmland, means rainfall is consistent and sustained through the wet season. The newer construction that dominates the city's housing stock was generally built with modern moisture barriers and flashing details — but builder-grade execution varies widely, and homes from the mid-1990s through early 2000s are now approaching their first major window, siding, and roofing replacement cycle. Wood siding products from that era have shown high rates of failure at joints, trim interfaces, and bottom courses. Dry rot is increasingly common in older sections of the housing stock where original construction details are aging past their design life.
Building Permits in Battle Ground
Battle Ground is an incorporated city with its own Building Division. The Building Division is located at Battle Ground City Hall, 109 SW 1st Street, Suite 127, Battle Ground, WA 98604. Phone: 360-342-5040. Counter hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Online permit applications are submitted through the CSS (Customer Self-Service) portal; inspections are also scheduled via CSS 24/7 with a midnight cutoff for next-day scheduling. Electrical permits are obtained through Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) — not through the city. VResh handles the Battle Ground permit process, including coordination with WA State L&I for electrical work, on your behalf.
Sources: Median construction year context — biggestuscities.com / Point2Homes (SRC-6). EPA RRP Rule — VResh siding page (SRC-3). Moisture/dry rot context — Wikipedia (SRC-4). Battle Ground Building: address (109 SW 1st Street, Suite 127, Battle Ground WA 98604), phone (360-342-5040), hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 9am–5pm; Tue/Thu 8am–1pm), CSS portal online permits, midnight cutoff for next-day inspections, electrical through WA State L&I — City of Battle Ground Building Division official page (SRC-5).
Services Available in Battle Ground
VResh Construction provides the full range of exterior and interior general contracting services throughout Battle Ground and Clark County, WA. Every service is available with the same quality standards, owner supervision, and warranty terms. VResh holds active Washington State contractor registration (WA #VRESHCL776ND) for all Washington work.
Exterior Services
Siding Replacement & Installation
James Hardie fiber cement, LP SmartSide, cedar, and vinyl. Moisture barrier, correct flashing, dry rot repair before new siding goes on.
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Targeted repair of damaged sections, bottom-course failures, corner rot, and moisture-related deterioration.
Read MoreWindow Replacement & Installation
Milgard and Marvin windows. Properly flashed openings, correct rough opening preparation, full trim work. Milgard Warranty Service Provider.
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Failed seals, broken hardware, draft infiltration, and operational issues. Honest assessment of repair vs. replacement value.
Read MoreRoof Replacement
CertainTeed, Owens Corning, and Malarkey certified installation. Full tear-off, ice and water shield, correct ventilation and flashing.
Read MoreRoof Repair
Active leaks, storm damage, failed flashing, and missing shingles. We find the source — not just the visible symptom.
Read MoreDry Rot Repair
Structural dry rot repair at siding, window corners, fascia, soffits, and deck attachments. Full removal, moisture source correction, structural rebuild.
Read MoreEntry Door Replacement
Exterior door replacement with proper weatherstripping, threshold, and frame preparation.
Read MoreSliding Glass Door Replacement
Patio door replacement with correct flashing, threshold, and frame preparation.
Read MorePatio & French Doors
Patio and French door installation with structural preparation, flashing, and weather sealing.
Read MoreExterior Painting
Full exterior painting with proper surface preparation, priming, and finish coats.
Read MoreDeck Installation
New deck construction with proper ledger attachment, flashing, and climate-appropriate material selection.
Read MorePatio Covers
Covered patio structures extending usable outdoor space through Oregon's wet season.
Read MoreEgress Windows
Egress window installation for basement bedrooms in compliance with local code requirements.
Read MoreJames Hardie Siding
Experienced Hardie installer — HardiePlank, HardieShingle, and panel lines. The leading fiber cement product for Pacific Northwest homes.
Read MoreMilgard Windows
Authorized Milgard Warranty Service Provider — warranty repairs and new installations.
Read MoreInterior Services
Kitchen Renovation
Complete kitchen remodels — layout, cabinetry, countertops, backsplash, all finish work.
Read MoreBathroom Renovation
Full bathroom remodels — tile, vanity, shower, fixtures, all finish work.
Read MoreInterior Painting
Interior painting with proper surface preparation, priming, and finish coats.
Read MoreInterior Trim
Baseboard, crown molding, window and door casing, wainscoting, all interior millwork.
Read MoreInterior Door Replacement
Interior door replacement including hardware, casing, and proper frame preparation.
Read MoreDrywall Repair
Drywall patching, repair, and full installation. Moisture-related damage assessed before repair.
Read MoreLead Abatement — EPA Certified
Full EPA Lead-Safe certified renovation on pre-1978 homes. Required protocols, containment, cleanup, and written documentation.
Read MoreEnergy Efficiency Upgrades
Insulation, air sealing, and window upgrades. Oregon Energy Trust rebate eligibility discussed at estimate.
Read MoreMarvin Windows
Marvin window and door products — premium wood-clad or fiberglass alternatives.
Read MoreHistoric Home Contractor
Renovation on older homes requiring period-appropriate materials and sensitivity to original character.
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What Makes VResh Construction Different
You Work Directly With the Owner — Every Time
VResh Construction is not a franchise and not a sales organization that passes your project to unknown subcontractors. Founder Vlad started in construction at 16 years old and founded VResh in 2022. When you call, Vlad answers. When our crew arrives, it is Vlad or Roman — who has served as VResh's in-house project manager from the beginning and has worked alongside Vlad for 16 years. You know exactly who is coming to your Battle Ground home, and that person is directly accountable to the founder.
We Fix the Problem — Not Just the Surface
As VResh's homepage states directly: "We don't cover up problems. We find the moisture source, fix the structural damage underneath, and reinstall with the flashing, clearances, and technique that makes the work last." This matters on every job — and on older homes it matters most.
Mostly In-House Crew — Not Rotating Subcontractors
The majority of VResh's work is performed by its own team. When additional capacity is needed, it is family members and tradespeople Vlad has worked with for years. The quality of work does not shift because a different subcontractor showed up that week.
Interior and Exterior — One Company, One Warranty
VResh handles both sides of the wall — exterior renovation (siding, windows, roofing, doors, dry rot, gutters, decks) and interior renovation (kitchen, bathroom, painting, drywall, trim). One company, one workmanship warranty, one point of accountability.
Sources: all claims above from VResh homepage (SRC-1). Quote "We don't cover up problems…" — VResh homepage verbatim (SRC-1). Vlad started at 16, founded 2022, Roman 16-year partnership — VResh homepage (SRC-1).
| Factor | VResh Construction | Typical Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Owner involvement | Vlad personally on every project | Owner often not present on-site |
| EPA Lead-Safe Certified | ✅ Current — documentation provided | ❌ Most are not — always verify |
| Dry rot approach | Find source, fix structure, then install | Surface install without repair is common |
| Milgard Warranty Service | ✅ Authorized provider | Not disclosed by most |
| Roofing certifications | CertainTeed, Owens Corning & Malarkey | Certifications rarely disclosed |
| Interior + exterior scope | ✅ Both — one team, one warranty | Usually one trade only |
| Crew consistency | Mostly in-house + long-term partners | Rotating subcontractors common |
| 24/7 availability | ✅ Stated — storm emergencies | Standard business hours typical |
| Workmanship warranty | 5–10 years, written, per project | Terms often unstated |
| Written estimates | ✅ Line-item detail before work starts | Verbal quotes common at lower end |
(503) 272-6436 — Call or Text, Available 24/7
We answer calls and texts at any hour. For storm damage, active leaks, or structural emergencies, calling directly is the fastest path to a response.
Current Offers for Battle Ground Homeowners
🎖️ Veteran Discount — 10% Off Labor, Up to $1,000
For all active-duty and veteran military members. Proof of service required at time of estimate.
👴 Senior Discount — 5% Off Labor for Homeowners 65 and Older
No documentation required — mention it when you call.
🤝 Referral Bonus Program
Refer a neighbor whose project exceeds $5,000 → receive a $250 referral bonus.
Refer a neighbor whose project exceeds $15,000 → receive a $500 referral bonus.
No limit on referrals. Bonus paid after the referred project is completed and paid.
🌱 Spring Exterior Upgrade Special
$500 off window or siding projects over $8,000.
Free moisture and dry rot inspection included with all qualifying projects.
Sources: all offer terms exactly as published on VResh homepage (SRC-1). Financing through Hearth noted on homepage as "not yet live" — omitted until confirmed active.
🚩 FLAG — Verify Before Publishing
⚠ Confirm all four discount offers are current.
⚠ Confirm Hearth financing — add if now live.
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