Photo of kitchen with warm-toned wood cabinets, open upper shelving, and plants on the shelves and behind the sink
Bright, colorful kitchen with retro stove, light wood cabinets, a colorful plate and a vase of flowers
In-progress photo of a two-story new construction home in a wooded jobsite and clear blue sky in the background.
Light kitchen with marbled granite countertops, light wood cabinets, blue stools at the breakfast bar, and a decorative light above the breakfast bar
Empty room with large windows showing trees and a bay, light green walls, a wood ceiling, and a sliding glass door that leads to a deck
Midcentury Modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a black tile backsplash, a kitchen island with black cabinets, a gray granite countertop, and leather stools at the kitchen island.
Bellingham Kitchen Remodel view from left side | True Bearing Built

Plan. Create. Manage. Deliver.

Bellingham General Contractor Serving Whatcom and Skagit Counties

We excel in high-end, well-crafted residential construction, managed with the rigor of a commercial project. Our trustworthy and knowledgeable team treats every project like our top priority. We specialize in 4 categories: High Performance Homes, New Construction, Remodels, and Additions.

Plan. Create. Manage. Deliver.

Bellingham General Contractor Serving Whatcom and Skagit Counties

We excel in high-end, well-crafted residential construction, managed with the rigor of a commercial project. Our trustworthy and knowledgeable team treats every project like our top priority. We specialize in 4 categories: High Performance Homes, New Construction, Remodels, and Additions.

High Performance Homes

Our team is dedicated to crafting homes that not only fulfill your vision but also minimize environmental impact and maximize energy efficiency.

Photo of kitchen with warm-toned wood cabinets, open upper shelving, and plants on the shelves and behind the sink

Remodels

Revitalize your space with a custom remodel built by True Bearing Built.

Empty room with large windows showing trees and a bay, light green walls, a wood ceiling, and a sliding glass door that leads to a deck

Additions

Expand your living space seamlessly with our expert addition services.

New Construction

From conceptualization to completion, our seasoned team specializes in delivering top-quality construction solutions tailored to your unique vision.

Interior Design

Interior design services that seamlessly align design and construction to create beautiful, functional spaces.

High Performance Homes

Our team is dedicated to crafting homes that not only fulfill your vision but also minimize environmental impact and maximize energy efficiency.

Photo of kitchen with warm-toned wood cabinets, open upper shelving, and plants on the shelves and behind the sink

Remodels

Revitalize your space with a custom remodel built by True Bearing Built.

Empty room with large windows showing trees and a bay, light green walls, a wood ceiling, and a sliding glass door that leads to a deck

Additions

Expand your living space seamlessly with our expert addition services.

New Construction

From conceptualization to completion, our seasoned team specializes in delivering top-quality construction solutions tailored to your unique vision.

Interior Design

Interior design services that seamlessly align design and construction to create beautiful, functional spaces.

Our Promise

At True Bearing Built, we are committed to guiding you through the challenging waters of construction to arrive at your intended destination. Our team provides an unparalleled experience that puts your goals at the center of every workday. We know that not all plans go accordingly. When that happens, we’re here to tackle the surprises with experience and creativity to keep you on track. If you have a destination – we’ll get you there.

Our Promise

At True Bearing Built, we are committed to guiding you through the challenging waters of construction to arrive at your intended destination. Our team provides an unparalleled experience that puts your goals at the center of every workday. We know that not all plans go accordingly. When that happens, we’re here to tackle the surprises with experience and creativity to keep you on track. If you have a destination – we’ll get you there.

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Certified Passive House Builders

Experience the pinnacle of sustainable living with our expertise in building PHIUS Passive Houses. A Passive House is a rigorously energy-efficient building standard that significantly reduces the home’s ecological footprint by focusing on airtight construction, high levels of insulation, and advanced ventilation systems. By minimizing heat and air transference, these homes offer unparalleled comfort, indoor air quality, and energy savings. Our team specializes in constructing homes that meet the rigorous standards set by the Passive House Institute US (PHIUS), ensuring that your home not only minimizes its environmental impact but also provides a healthy, comfortable, and sustainable living environment for generations to come.

In-progress photo of a two-story new construction home in a wooded jobsite and clear blue sky in the background.
In-progress photo of a two-story new construction home in a wooded jobsite and clear blue sky in the background.
PHIUS Certified Builder logo

Certified Passive House Builders

Experience the pinnacle of sustainable living with our expertise in building PHIUS Passive Houses. A Passive House is a rigorously energy-efficient building standard that significantly reduces the home’s ecological footprint by focusing on airtight construction, high levels of insulation, and advanced ventilation systems. By minimizing heat and air transference, these homes offer unparalleled comfort, indoor air quality, and energy savings. Our team specializes in constructing homes that meet the rigorous standards set by the Passive House Institute US (PHIUS), ensuring that your home not only minimizes its environmental impact but also provides a healthy, comfortable, and sustainable living environment for generations to come.

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Our guide to adding value to older homes while preserving classic curb appeal with a deep energy retrofit.

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FEATURED ARTICLE

Upgrading Homes Without Losing Their Soul

Our guide to adding value to older homes while preserving classic curb appeal with a deep energy retrofit.

PROJECT HIGHLIGHT

La Conner Remodel

Our team’s focus was to create a contemporary, highly-functional kitchen and dining space to replace the original, outdated setup of this home in La Conner’s Historic Waterfront District. All new cabinets, countertops, flooring, and an enhanced layout contribute to a modern look, while smart selections ensure a timeless appeal.

PROJECT HIGHLIGHT

La Conner Remodel

Our team’s focus was to create a contemporary, highly-functional kitchen and dining space to replace the original, outdated setup of this home in La Conner’s Historic Waterfront District. All new cabinets, countertops, flooring, and an enhanced layout contribute to a modern look, while smart selections ensure a timeless appeal.

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

True Bearing Built is hands down the best contractor I’ve ever worked with. We bought a 1980s house that had never been updated—it needed everything. I had some pre-design work done but needed a GC who could bring the whole vision to life. The True Bearing Built team made our dream home a reality.

Josh (the owner) is communicative, creative, and collaborative. Emily guided the project with precision, transparency, and heart—she kept us on track with both timeline and budget, and even brought me cookies once (I still think about them). I’ve worked with several contractors in past remodels and helped many clients through renovations during my former career as a realtor, and I can confidently say that no one compares to True Bearing Built. If we ever have another project, they’ll be the only team I call.

CJ L., Benson Remodel

We had a great experience working with Josh and the TBB team for our main floor/kitchen remodel. The crew was professional, knowledgeable and detail-oriented. We had a challenging custom cabinet design and Josh worked hard alongside our architect to make sure they were built exactly as
requested. We received notes and photos at the end of each workday so progress was easy to track. We love the end product and couldn’t be happier with the results. Highly recommend and hope to work together again on future projects.

Bonus, we were living in the home during the project and everyone was very respectful of our space. We especially appreciated them being mindful and tolerant of our indoor and overly-friendly kitty!

Barbara D., La Conner Remodel

After thoroughly researching local remodeling contractors, we teamed with True Bearing Built and worked together to design and build the kitchen of our dreams. They hooked us up with a talented architect/designer who solved all the annoying traffic and work center issues that had plagued our old kitchen. They recommended an astounding custom cabinet shop for the build, which delivered beautiful new light oak cabinets full of innovative storage solutions.

Without exception, every True Bearing Built technician and subcontractor was courteous, efficient, and delivered great results. Budget deviations were reasonable and thoughtfully communicated, since some structural challenges affecting our remodel were not known until the walls and ceilings were opened up.

Steve L., Fidalgo Island Remodel

True Bearing Built impressed us right from the initial consultation with their friendly demeanor and willingness to listen to our needs and preferences. Throughout the project, their expertise and attention to detail were evident, ensuring that every aspect of the job was completed to perfection.

We wholeheartedly recommend True Bearing Built to anyone in need of construction services. Their combination of professionalism, friendliness, and ongoing commitment to customer satisfaction truly sets them apart. Thank you, True Bearing Built, for an outstanding experience!

Tracy B. , Mount Vernon Mid Century Modern

True Bearing Built created a space with a much nicer feel. It is beautiful! The space is much more open than before. The work done on tiling was masterfully done. It is a piece of art. I really can’t say enough about the professionalism from the entire True Bearing Built team. They were extremely helpful, knowledgeable and committed to making house a beautiful home. I highly recommend them for project you may have. Be sure to look at their portfolio. You will see the quality in their work.

Karen W., Skyline Kitchen and Bath Remodel