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 Long Beach and the surrounding Pacific County communities. Founder Vlad is directly involved in every Long Beach project.
Long Beach’s General Contractor — Built for the Coast, Backed by a Written Warranty
About Long Beach, WA — Pacific County
Long Beach occupies the northern tip of the Long Beach Peninsula, a narrow spit of land between Willapa Bay and the Pacific Ocean that stretches 28 miles south from the mouth of the Columbia River. It is one of Washington's oldest seaside resort communities, with a history that begins when Henry Harrison Tinker bought a land claim here in 1880, platted the town, and called it "Tinkerville." In August 1888, as the narrow-gauge Ilwaco Railway reached the peninsula, the town's name changed to Long Beach — in reference to the uninterrupted 28-mile stretch of sand on which it fronted. The city incorporated in 1922, and Long Beach has been drawing visitors from Portland and beyond ever since, initially by sternwheeler and rail, and later by automobile.
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The Long Beach Peninsula claims one of the longest continuous beaches in the world — 28 miles of uninterrupted Pacific coastline — and the city has organized its identity around outdoor recreation, coastal tourism, and the natural environment ever since the resort era began in the late nineteenth century. The International Kite Festival, held annually since 1981, is one of the largest kite events in the world and draws thousands of participants. Cape Disappointment State Park, at the southern tip of the peninsula near the mouth of the Columbia, is one of the most visited state parks in Washington. The Lewis and Clark Discovery Trail runs 8.5 miles along the peninsula and commemorates the Corps of Discovery's winter encampment in the area in 1805–06. The World Kite Museum in downtown Long Beach and the Cranberry Museum preserve the peninsula's dual identity as both a natural attraction and an agricultural community built on cranberry cultivation.
For homeowners, Long Beach presents the most demanding exterior renovation environment in VResh's entire service area. The peninsula receives approximately 80 inches of annual rainfall — comparable to Seaside and Lincoln City. Salt air from both the Pacific and Willapa Bay corrodes metal components year-round. The tsunami hazard zone designation for the peninsula, while not a daily concern, underscores the elemental exposure of this place. Pre-war resort cottages, mid-century bungalows, and the occasional newer vacation home make up the housing stock. Pre-1978 homes are the majority. Dry rot in aging wood-framed structures — particularly at siding bottom courses, window corners, and structural attachments — is nearly universal in Long Beach's older housing.
Long Beach, WA — Key Facts
Status: Incorporated city in Pacific County, Washington
Population: 1,688 (2020 U.S. Census) — smallest city in VResh's service area
Incorporated: 1922 | Founded: 1880 as Tinkerville by Henry Tinker; renamed Long Beach 1888
Historical: One of Washington's oldest seaside resorts; Ilwaco Railway reached the peninsula 1888
Distance from Portland: ~100 miles northwest via US-101 (~2.5 hours)
ZIP code: 98631
Transit: Pacific Transit; US-101 is the primary access route; peninsula accessible only by road
Median construction year: ~1963 (15.1% pre-1940; 12.7% post-2000)
Annual rainfall: ~80 inches | Pacific and Willapa Bay salt air exposure | tsunami hazard zone
Notable: 28 miles of continuous beach — one of the longest continuous beaches in the world
Notable: International Kite Festival (since 1981) | World Kite Museum
Notable: Cape Disappointment State Park | Lewis and Clark Discovery Trail (8.5-mile peninsula trail)
Median home value: ~$366,000 (City-Data, 2023)
Median household income: ~$50,938 (City-Data, 2023)
Building permits: City of Long Beach Community Development — 360-642-4421, 115 Bolstad Avenue West
What Working on a Long Beach 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. Long Beach's median construction year of approximately 1963 means more than half of all homes in the city were built before 1978 — the federal threshold for lead-based paint regulation. With 15.1% of homes predating 1940, Long Beach has a genuine pre-war resort-era housing inventory. The peninsula location, 80 inches of annual rainfall, and Pacific Ocean proximity create moisture conditions that make exterior renovation one of the most urgent homeowner concerns on the Long Beach Peninsula. Any contractor disturbing painted surfaces on a pre-1978 Long Beach home 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 Long Beach 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.
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 Long Beach
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.
Moisture, Dry Rot, and Long Beach's Housing Stock
Long Beach's peninsula location delivers approximately 80 inches of annual rainfall — among the highest in the Pacific Northwest — combined with year-round salt air from both the Pacific Ocean and Willapa Bay. This combination creates exterior conditions that are exceptionally corrosive and moisture-intensive. Pre-war resort cottages and mid-century bungalows throughout Long Beach carry generations of that exposure, and the results are consistent: dry rot at siding bottom courses, window corners, fascia, soffits, and structural deck connections. Metal fasteners corrode; caulk and flashing seals fail faster than in inland conditions; and the relentless peninsula wind drives moisture into any gap. VResh uses coastal-grade materials, stainless or hot-dipped galvanized fasteners, and premium moisture barriers on all Long Beach projects.
Building Permits in Long Beach
Long Beach is an incorporated city with its own Community Development Department. The department is located at City Hall, 115 Bolstad Avenue West, Long Beach, WA 98631. Phone: 360-642-4421. Email: inspector@longbeachwa.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Electrical permits are through Washington State L&I — not through the city. VResh holds an active WA contractor registration (WA #VRESHCL776ND) and handles the Long Beach permit process, including WA State L&I electrical coordination, on your behalf.
Services Available in Long Beach
VResh Construction provides the full range of exterior and interior general contracting services throughout Long Beach and Pacific 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.
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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 Long Beach 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.
| 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 Long Beach 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.
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Whether it is fiber cement siding hardened for 80 inches of annual rainfall on a Long Beach resort-era cottage, window replacements on a mid-century peninsula bungalow, dry rot repair from Pacific and Willapa Bay salt air, or a kitchen renovation — VResh responds same-day or within 24 hours and provides a clear written estimate.