The county seat of Kitsap County — affordable, growing, and full of homes that deserve better than they've gotten.
Port Orchard doesn't pretend to be something it's not. It's a working town on the south side of Sinclair Inlet, the seat of Kitsap County government, and home to a lot of families who bought their first house here because the prices made sense. That practical, no-nonsense attitude is exactly how we approach our work — fix what needs fixing, build what needs building, and don't overcomplicate it.
The South Kitsap housing stock tells the story of decades of steady growth. You'll find affordable starter homes from the 1960s through the 1980s scattered throughout the Sedgwick corridor and the Bethel-Burley area — ramblers and modest two-stories that have housed multiple generations of families. These homes are solid enough, but the roofing is often overdue, the siding is showing its age, and the kitchens were last updated when Reagan was president. Some have wood-burning fireplaces with mantels worth saving, original hardwood under layers of carpet, and layouts that just need a wall removed to feel modern.
The manufactured home population in South Kitsap is significant, and we work on those too. Skirting replacement, roof-over installations, deck additions, and interior renovations that make a manufactured home feel permanent and comfortable. Not every contractor will take on that work — we do, and we do it right.
Newer subdivisions toward McCormick Woods and along Mile Hill Drive bring a different kind of project. These homes were built well but with basic finishes. Homeowners are ready for upgraded countertop installations, tile backsplashes, new flooring, and fence replacements that match the neighborhood standard. Down in Manchester and Southworth, closer to the water, you get into older cabins and cottages that need serious restoration — rot repair, new roofing, structural reinforcement, and weatherproofing against the inlet winds.
Bell & Hammer is licensed, bonded & insured and works throughout Port Orchard and South Kitsap County. We pull permits through the City of Port Orchard for projects within city limits and through Kitsap County DCD for unincorporated areas. Our estimates are detailed, our timelines are realistic, and we answer our phone. That last part shouldn't be noteworthy, but in this industry, it is.
Yes. We handle skirting, roof-overs, deck additions, interior remodels, and general repairs on manufactured homes throughout South Kitsap. These homes deserve quality work too, and we treat every project with the same standard regardless of the structure type.
At 25 years, most composition roofs in Kitsap County are at or past their expected lifespan — especially with our rain and moss growth. We'll inspect yours honestly and tell you whether a repair buys you real time or just delays the inevitable. If replacement makes sense, we handle tear-off, decking inspection, and full installation.
It depends on linear footage, material choice, terrain, and whether the old fence needs demo and haul-off. We provide detailed line-item estimates so you know exactly what you're paying for. No ballpark guesses, no surprises at the end.
Whether it's a quick repair or a full remodel, we'll give you a straight answer and a fair price.