Karl J Ambrose Portland OR — Drywall, Stucco & Plumbing

Business Overview

Karl J Ambrose Portland OR is a licensed and bonded home services company with more than 35 years in drywall, plaster, and stucco work. The company serves both residential and select commercial clients across the Portland metro area. A small crew of experienced craftsmen handles most projects to keep communication direct and turnaround times quick.

They offer limited emergency response for urgent water damage and structural concerns; customers are encouraged to call ahead for same-day availability when possible. Regular hours are Monday–Saturday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, with Sunday closed.

Key Services

Work focuses on walls and exterior finishes, with services grouped for clarity:

• Interior Walls: Drywall installation or replacement, drywall repair, wall patching, wall finish installation or replacement, wall finish repair, wall texturing.
• Plaster & Resurfacing: Interior plaster repairs, pigmented veneer plaster, ceiling resurfacing, plaster patching after plumbing or electrical work.
• Exterior & Siding: Exterior cement stucco installation and repair, restuccoing, siding installation, siding repair, siding replacement.
• Plumbing-Related: Plumbing inspection and post-plumbing wall restoration services.

Areas Served

Service area includes Portland OR and nearby communities: Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, Happy Valley, Oak Grove, Oatfield, Damascus, Clackamas, plus Vancouver WA and Camas WA. Work is common in older Portland craftsman homes as well as newer suburban builds.

Company History

The company began as a small plaster and drywall shop focused on repair work and grew into a multi-discipline home services firm. Over three decades the team added stucco and siding services to respond to local demand for durable exterior finishes suitable for the Pacific Northwest’s wet winters and varying temperatures.

They developed repair techniques for common local issues: water-stain recovery, freeze-thaw hairline cracks, and matching textured finishes on older homes.

Leadership

Karl J Ambrose founded the company and remains involved in project planning and on-site quality checks. With 35+ years in trades, he holds Oregon licensing and bonding and keeps close ties with Portland-area contractors and building departments. The team often works with local plumbers and electricians to coordinate post-service plaster and drywall restoration.

Specialties & Highlights

• Advanced wall and ceiling resurfacing for faster room turnarounds.
• Plaster patching that follows plumbing or electrical work for seamless results.
• Exterior cement stucco and pigmented veneer plaster options for long-lasting curb appeal.
• Skilled texturing and finish work to match older Portland homes.

Why Locals Choose Karl J Ambrose

People in Portland pick Karl J Ambrose Portland OR for steady workmanship, practical solutions, and decades of experience with local building types and climate. The team communicates plainly, shows up on schedule, and focuses on restoring walls so homes look and function as they should.

For a consultation or to ask about emergency availability, contact the office during regular hours.