Using green building practices for over 30 years

G. Christianson Construction is an award-winning Earth Advantage Builder, recognized for our achievements in sustainable & energy efficient construction in Corvallis. We use a variety of environmentally-responsible systems and materials to create superior energy efficiency and indoor air quality in your home.

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A passive house maximizes home comfort and saves up to 70% on your energy bill. G. Christianson is at the forefront of Passive Building in Oregon.

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Use Durable Materials

Using durable materials lengthens the amount of time before there is a need to replace and discard old materials to a landfill.

Solar Panels

For this project, we helped design and install a system that install a system that includes 40 solar panels. This saves 11 tons of carbon pollution per year, and provides about $1,500 savings per year. Super insulation. Energy-efficient appliances. No drafts or thermal bridging. At G. Christianson Construction, our energy-efficient approach makes it possible to maintain a stable, comfortable temperature in your home with less energy, at less cost.

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Remove Your Chimney

Chimneys are dangerous during natural disasters, and also leak a tremendous amount of heated air out of the home. We recommend removing or sealing your chimney.

Air Tight Windows & Doors

If your home is uncomfortable, drafty, or cold, you should consider upgrading your windows and doors to be air tight. It can also reduce your home’s carbon footprint. We can block drafts, help you select low-VOC materials, and incorporate systems that will lower your utility bills, improve air quality, and add to your comfort.

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Add Ceiling & Underfloor Insulation

Lack of insulation in the attic is the number one cause of energy loss in a home. We can offer air sealing and insulation solutions to increase the comfort and energy efficiency of your home. Underfloors are also a major source of heat loss, and supply crawlspace air into your home.

Comfort and Air Quality

Indoor Air Quality

In a leaky older home, unhealthy air is drawn naturally through the crawlspace into your home. We can greatly improve your indoor air quality by air sealing your floors and ceilings, and providing filtered, outside air through a Fresh Air HRV System.

Insulated Exterior Walls

During siding replacement, we always encourage your to add continuous exterior insulation. This prevents energy loss through your wood framing, increases siding durability, reduces air leaks, and decreases moisture intrusion.

Migrate Away from Natural Gas

Electricity can be powered by renewable resources thus reducing global climate change. Electricity also eliminates the risk of gas leaks or carbon monoxide poisoning. Check out Electrify Corvallis for more information!

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Electric Cars

Electric Cars are easier to maintain, have lower costs, and have no fuel emissions. We can future proof your home by preparing your garage for electric cars and batteries. We can also also fast-changing electrical outlets in your garage.

Energy Upgrade Services

  • Install solar electric PV panels
  • Add insulation to walls, floors and attics
  • Air seal to reduce heat loss
  • Test & seal leaky ductwork
  • Replace old windows
  • Replace inefficient heating systems
  • Mini-split heat pumps
  • Design with solar best practices
  • Build with reused, recycled, FSC or green products
  • Paint and carpet with low VOC
  • Formaldehyde-free paint and carpet
  • Install LED lighting systems
  • Build raised heel trusses
  • Add heat recovery ventilators
  • Tankless and heat pump water heaters
  • Build with ICF
  • Build with insulated concrete block walls
  • and much more

What our Clients are Saying

“The house is so comfortable and welcoming and I feel very privileged to live in such a lovely place. The Aeroseal was a major advantage. Considering the house was partly constructed out of toothpicks, it is now a warm house, which is easy to heat. Also, we get ZERO insects in the house! ”

Julia Bradshaw, Corvallis

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“We live in an historic district and Elizabeth did a great job preparing a design which complements our house. She facilitated a smooth historic preservation permit approval. Building a carpentry shop raises a number of non-standard construction issues. Carl patiently answered our many questions. His knowledge of energy efficiency practices was very helpful. Ron, who runs the cabinet shop, provided invaluable insights regarding layout, power needs, etc. Ben and the entire G. Christianson Construction crew were reliable, on time, and hardworking. It was a pleasure to work with Carl, Elizabeth, Ben and the rest of the team. The end result is a beautiful and functional shop – a dream come true. ”

Josh Smith, Corvallis, OR

See the Historic-Inspired Outbuilding project

“My favorite part of this project was working with the designer to incorporate many of the original house design elements and features into the new cabinet design- such as the custom cabinet top molding that matches the same detail in the dining room ceiling. I knew immediately that Sapele was the perfect wood species for the house. It really gives the cabinetry a nice vintage feel and look while maintaining the clean lines and functionality of contemporary high end cabinetry. This project was a great demonstration of the capabilities of our cabinet shop, we couldn't be more thrilled with how it turned out. ”

Ron Fishback, Cabinet Maker

See the Mahogany Mid-Century Modern project
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