About Duramen Builds

Trusted New Home Construction and Home Remodeling Contractor in Kitsap County

Who We Are

Duramen Builds is a modern home builder and general contractor serving Kitsap County. Known for exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, we create homes that reflect the vision and lifestyle of each client. Whether building a new home from the ground up or transforming an existing space through thoughtful remodeling, every project is guided by the same commitment to quality, precision, and lasting value.

Our team brings a modern approach to construction while maintaining the traditional values of integrity, reliability, and craftsmanship. From new home construction to additions and full-scale renovations, Duramen Builds focuses on building spaces designed to stand the test of time—homes that are both functional and inspiring, built with care for the families who live in them and pride for the communities we serve throughout Kitsap County.

Why Kitsap County Residents Trust Duramen Builds

We’ve helped homeowners in Kingston, Poulsbo, Bainbridge Island, and all across Kitsap County with everything from small repairs to full custom builds. See what our clients are saying!

Ellie Carpenter profile pictureEllie Carpenter
03:34 08 Jan 25
John was kind, professional, and responsive throughout all of our interactions. He kept me updated on the progress of my project and helped me find the best options for my budget. 10/10
Rivka Weiss profile pictureRivka Weiss
17:34 01 Nov 24
Duramen Builds just completed my guest bathroom upgrade/remodel and it looks beautiful! Exactly how I imagined it!! John has a team of experts, truly skilled professionals.

Most importantly, Duramen Builds is a company with unmatched integrity. A company that is respectful, listens carefully, communicates clearly and responds immediately. A company you can wholeheartedly trust will support your project vision from start to finish. I’m already looking forward to my next project with Duramen Builds!
Brian Finrow profile pictureBrian Finrow
15:47 26 Oct 24
John and his crew did an amazing job for us with a challenging historic home following a king tide flood. Remarkable transformation.
sheri clarke profile picturesheri clarke
20:33 11 Oct 24
John is amazing to work with and a real craftsman. He made suggestions that were so helpful and made my deck look better than the original deck!
Luis Ponce profile pictureLuis Ponce
04:19 02 Oct 24
We’ve had the pleasure of working with Duramen Builds, and every project has been smooth and seamless.
James Engle profile pictureJames Engle
00:15 06 Sep 24
Duramen Builds has been an absolute privilege. We've used them for several projects, including installing our tile backsplash. Not only did they do an amazing job on the tiles, but during the consultation, they led us to the right type of tile and looked for the backsplash when we needed help. From the initial consultation through installation and cleanup, the team was by our side. Professionalism and craftsmanship are two words that perfectly describe Duramen Builds. If you need remodeling or construction, we highly recommend reaching out.
Roger Delph profile pictureRoger Delph
00:00 06 Sep 24
Duramen Builds has been nothing but a pleasure to work with, they are responsive, reasonable, flexible and listens to what the customer needs are. We had the pleasure of working with them for our deck and the deck is amazing. Since the deck was complete, they have helped us prepare our house for sale, fixing problems from other companies, and making sure that everything was done properly. If you need anything done, I highly recommend you reach out to Duramen Builds and have a conversation.
Gary Shaw profile pictureGary Shaw
18:59 24 Aug 24
The words quality and craftsmanship define Duramen Builds. They are a small company with a big heart and incredible skills. From beginning to the end communication was exceptional, questions were always quickly answered. Construction met and exceeded both code and expectations. To say it was a pleasure working with them would be an understatement.
Alfred Darby profile pictureAlfred Darby
18:38 19 Aug 24
John & Co. did a fantastic job working with me to design and buildout a new office space for my work and gaming activities. I can't say enough of the level of craftsmanship and sincere desire to do what is best for the project. The attention to detail and dedication to doing it right the frist time was a sheer pleasure to experiece. I would highly recommend John and his attitude toward quality work for any home improvement / renovation projects.
Angelica Chaidez profile pictureAngelica Chaidez
18:53 15 Jan 24
John replaced my exterior door and did an amazing job! It was a custom door and I had trouble finding a contractor who would take the project. John had no problem and tackled the challenge. My old door was falling apart and warped, he replaced it with a new fiberglass one. He took the old door that was rounded at the top and installed a rectangular door. He redid the frame and made sure it is insulated. He listened to all my concerns and I am very happy with the finished project. It’s a beautiful update. He is knowledgeable, friendly and clean. I would 💯 recommend him to everyone and also hire him again.
Sara Leggett profile pictureSara Leggett
19:20 20 Sep 23
We have worked with John owner of Duramen Builds over the past years on several residential remodel projects and he is a delight to work with. He is a hard worker and his projects are tidy and thoughtfully completed. We have worked with him on a variety of budgets and customer goals and he is always considerate of the home owners money and time. I have watched him helpfully guide customers decisions from design and planning to completing the build. His up beat positive "can do" attitude is really wonderful to work with. Highly recommend.
Benjamin Leon profile pictureBenjamin Leon
20:42 10 Sep 23
John was awesome to work with on our deck/stair project. His response was timely and he worked with us to develop a clear plan as we are new homeowners and were unsure about alot of things. We were so happy with the excellent work that was done with our stairs. He also went out of his way to identify additional issues such as a termite damaged post that needed to be replaced. Highly recommend Duramen Builds!
Mike Root profile pictureMike Root
04:41 01 Sep 23
I hired John to remodel my kitchen. I was really impressed with how involved he was with me on my project. I was really indecisive on making decisions. I was so overwhelmed with everything that goes into a remodel; what faucet to pick, all the different colors and sheens... I could go on. I struggled with this, but John was so sensitive to my wants and needs. He really took me by the hand and walked through every process during each phase so I understood what was going on. Pricing my items with different options telling where to spend my money and where to save. I don't know how he works and runs his company at the same time, it's impressive to watch him in action. Johns a great craftsman as well, so innovative on how he installs cabinets. My kitchen looks amazing, I highly recommend Duramen Builds!
Raquel Karstens profile pictureRaquel Karstens
01:10 03 Aug 23
We are so happy with the work John from Duramen did for us! He set in cabinets we got from Ikea to make them look like built ins and built us a custom storage bench to match. I was worried about the trim looking top notch but he did a really good job with attention to detail.

John showed up right on time both days, worked consistently the whole time, and cleaned up afterwards. He was professional, friendly, and communicative. Other contractors we had reached out to had been booked out for months so feel super lucky that he was able to fit us in quickly.

We're still waiting on the crown moulding to arrive, the last bits of caulking and paint, but I want to share our pictures! Isn't it pretty? Thanks John! We're definitely going to reach out to Duramen Builds in the future.
Le Hempel profile pictureLe Hempel
00:42 12 Jul 23
I hired Duramen Builds to repair a rotten post on my front covered porch.

I do not normally leave a review but I can truly say without hesitation that the entire experience with Duramen Builds was ALL POSITIVE and have exceeded my expectations.

I do not have anything negative to say about the business. I highly recommend John for his workmanship, professionalism, friendliness, and promptness. He honestly listened to my needs and concerns. He definitely had my interests at heart!!

Thank you, John, for your service and integrity. Thank you for not cutting corners on materials and deliver on the promises you made! 6/5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ryan Neese profile pictureRyan Neese
18:41 06 Jul 23
I consulted with John on a bathroom remodel for my home. He provided me a detailed estimate and discussed the process, timeline, and choice of materials. He was very communicative and helped me feel informed. While I wasn't able to afford the job at this time, I now have all the information to plan for this remodel in the future and will definitely be contacting Duramen Builds when I'm ready. John charges a $500 consultation fee that goes towards your job costs once booking with him and I felt this was more than fair for his time and expertise put into planning my job and estimate with me.
Amoreena Herbage profile pictureAmoreena Herbage
16:20 29 Jun 23
Duramen Builds was amazing to work with! John was very responsive to my emails, and finished this project in a timely manner. He was professional and super nice. The end result was perfect, even better than I expected! I will be recommending him to everyone I know.
Christopher Gough profile pictureChristopher Gough
16:40 26 Jun 23
John is amazing and easy to work with on projects of all types, his communication is on-point and he has a great and positive attitude about all projects. Great ideas and tons of passion behind his work and craftsmanship shows through his work and professional work ethics! Highly recommend Duramen Builds!
Katie Finrow profile pictureKatie Finrow
17:17 21 Jun 23
We hired Duramen to remodel our beach cabin after it was flooded during a king tide. In addition to remediating the water damage we ended up totally redoing the kitchen and bathroom and it all turned out better than I could have imagined. The house looks amazing and John was great to work with. He kept us informed throughout the process and had great suggestions for getting the outcome we wanted done in a cost-efficient way. We would use Duramen again in a heartbeat!
pyle styles profile picturepyle styles
20:42 01 Dec 22
I had the honor of John building and designing me a beautiful built in home entertainment center, around my fireplace, out of gorgeous walnut material. Awesome experience, nothing bad to say about project, or John.
Robin Heath profile pictureRobin Heath
23:30 21 Oct 22
John met with us to find out what we needed and provided an estimate bid. Then he installed new vinyl plank flooring in our kitchen, laundry room and 1 bathroom. He repaired areas where mold was found in the wall (taking out drywall and installing new). He also did a custom repair for the area above our refrigerator. John has very pleasant personality, easy to ask questions and receive answers. He left the areas clean and made sure our needs were met.
Brianna Green profile pictureBrianna Green
07:39 25 Jun 22
John did an excellent job on the floors in our laundry room! He was so helpful and easy to work with. He viewed the project in-person and provided recommendations for flooring product to purchase. He leveled the concrete, cleaned the floor, installed our vinyl laminate planks beautifully (including many nooks and odd shapes to cut around), and trimmed out the space. We are so happy with our experience with John, and how well the project turned out! We highly recommend him, and will hire him again for any future projects!
Rae Zenn profile pictureRae Zenn
00:34 03 Jun 22
I want to express how pleased I am with the bathroom remodel John did for me.
John was very pleasant to work with. He listened to what I wanted and offered some great suggestions and solutions.
The entire bathroom was gutted. John worked meticulously to get the bathroom functioning again.
Throughout the process, John was respectful of my home. He was punctual, kept his workspace clean. He was always positive and my kids enjoyed his funny sense of humor.
John was recommended to me by an acquaintance. I highly recommend John for home improvement projects. I will definitely hire him for my future projects.
It is a challenge to find someone with a strong work ethic. John definitely has it!
Timo Way profile pictureTimo Way
19:41 24 May 22
Duramen builds made our dream kitchen a reality, and within our budget. To top it off, the owner is a down to earth guy who genuinely cares about his craft and your needs.
What We Offer

Duramen Builds offers a complete range of new construction, carpentry & home remodeling services designed to give Kitsap County homeowners lasting value and peace of mind. Whether you’re planning a new custom home from the ground up or updating an older house with a full remodel, our work is of the highest quality and built to stand up to everyday life for years to come.

New Construction

Home Additions

Kitchens and Baths

Home Repair & Remodel

Garages & Carports

Decks & Balconies

Flooring

Basement Renovation

all of our projects are built following our proven process, and backed by our 2 -year craftsmanship warranty.

Our Service Area

Duramen Builds serves clients across the Kitsap County area.

Kingston | Poulsbo | Bainbridge Island | Silverdale | Bremerton | Hansville | Indianola | Suquamish

Meet the Team
John Heuerman, owner of Duramen Builds, general contractor in Kitsap County

John Heuerman

Owner

I’m John Heuerman, owner and founder of Duramen Builds, your trusted home contractor in Kitsap County. I’ve worked in residential construction for over a decade, handling projects that range from new custom homes to complex remodels. As a Kingston local and Kitsap County resident, I know the importance of dependable work that holds up over time and meets the unique needs of families in our area.

I started this company with a simple goal: to give homeowners a straightforward, reliable way to build or improve their properties. I believe in doing the job right and standing behind what we build. That approach has earned the trust of clients throughout Kitsap County, and it’s how I plan to keep running this business for years to come.

Ross

Project Manager

Ross brings years of experience and an unwavering dedication to craftsmanship to his role at Duramen Builds. A natural leader with a passion for construction, he guides each project from concept to completion with a focus on precision and quality.  His enthusiasm for every detail, from framing to finish carpentry, inspires the team and ensures that every build reflects the company’s high standards.

Outside of work, Ross enjoys spending time outdoors with his family—fishing, hiking, and exploring local trails.

Pat

Lead Carpenter / Millwork

With nearly three decades in the trades, Pat brings extensive knowledge of millwork, siding, drywall finishing, and roofing. His careful attention to detail and steady craftsmanship ensure every project is completed to the highest standard. Pat’s calm presence and practical experience make him a cornerstone of the team, especially when tackling complex or specialized work.

When he’s not on the job, Pat enjoys kayaking, hiking, camping, and catching live music with friends and family. 

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