Built with kare.
Trusted across the islands.
A minority and woman-owned general contractor offering full-spectrum building, remodeling, and property care from Friday Harbor to the Olympic Peninsula. One trusted partner. No project too big or small.
One contractor for the whole project — from foundation to finish.
Founded in 2007 by Kaya Maraya Silkiss-Hero, Kare Kontracting was built on a simple idea: islanders deserve a single, reliable partner who can handle every piece of a project with care. From new construction and remodels to the plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and landscaping that finish them, we coordinate the whole job under one roof.
The result is fewer headaches, tighter timelines, and a finished space you genuinely love — backed by a personalized, hands-on follow-through you won’t find with the average contractor.
- Licensed & bonded in Washington State
- Service in English & Spanish
- Bundle discounts on full-spectrum builds
- Permits & insurance coordinated
- Minority & woman-owned (MWBE)
- Detailed project follow-up
Full-spectrum building & property care.
Twelve interconnected services, coordinated by one team. Bundle two or more and we’ll discount the project.
Remodeling
Kitchens, baths, additions, and full home transformations that honor the character of your space.
02Plumbing
Repairs, repipes, fixtures, water heaters, and rough-in for new builds — by licensed pros.
03Electrical
Service panels, lighting, and code-compliant wiring — indoors and out, old builds and new.
04HVAC
Heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, furnaces, and ventilation sized for the marine climate.
05Engineering
Structural review, permit drawings, and coordination so your project breaks ground on day one.
06Architecture
Certified architects for custom island homes and commercial spaces, detailed to the last line.
07Landscaping
Hardscape, retaining walls, native plantings, and the grounds care that keeps it all looking new.
08Janitorial & Cleaning
Deep cleans for homes, rentals, and commercial spaces — consistently done right.
09Vacation Rentals
Set-up, turnovers, and on-call management for your island short-term rental.
Proudly serving the islands — and the mainland too.
From a quick repair on Lopez to a ground-up build in King County, we mobilize across Western Washington. We know the ferries, the permitting offices, and the quirks of building on the rocks.
- Friday Harbor
- Roche Harbor
- San Juan Island
- Lopez Island
- Orcas Island
- Shaw Island
- Henry Island
- Outer Islands
- Olympic Peninsula
- Snohomish County
- King County
- Skagit County
Kaya and her team handled every detail of our Friday Harbor remodel — design coordination, demolition, the finish carpentry, even the landscaping. We had one phone number to call and a finished home we love. That kind of care is rare anywhere, but especially out here.
A free consultation, a clear plan, and a single partner you can trust.
Tell us about your project — new build, remodel, repair, or full-property care — and we’ll come back with a clear, honest estimate.