The Company Founder & President

Randy Hipp

Randy Hipp, the owner of Columbia River Carpentry, has a rich family history of building as several generations have been involved in the industry. When Randy was 15 years old, he started working alongside his grandfather who taught him framing and masonry. Later, he worked with his uncles and gained valuable experience in the framing industry and general construction. It was working with his family in the framing and construction that provided Randy with a solid foundation of knowledge upon which to build his career in the building industry. It was also during this period that his love for the construction process began to grow.

Before Columbia River Carpentry

Before starting he own business, Randy worked in the building industry for many years learning multiple trades and skills. With each job worked, he was expanding his library of knowledge and strengthening the already strong foundation that existed. Working under highly skilled professionals in the field supplied Randy with experiences that would prove to be invaluable to him when he started his own business. His dream of owning a business became a reality in 2000 when he started Columbia River Carpentry. Four years later, as his business and reputation grew, he incorporated and became Columbia River Carpentry Inc.

Education & Relationships

Continuing Education

Randy believes the learning process is never complete and continues to self-educate to gain a deeper understanding and knowledge of the construction industry. Throughout his career, he has come up against many demanding projects.

If he lacks experience in a particular field, he seeks out the proper help to ensure the job gets done right. He takes the time to research the latest products so he can provide the best options for his customers. Randy truly enjoys what he does and is fascinated by the construction business and the challenges it offers. For him, it’s not just a job, but also a way of life and a culture.

Lifelong Relationships

Randy has been involved in the building industry all his life and when you work in the same field for many years, you build relationships and make invaluable connections. It’s crucial to have a close network of sub-contractors and vendors that you work with whom are trustworthy and honest. When you develop working relationships like this, it’s really your customers who reap the benefit. Take a look at our testimonial page and you can read for yourself what customers are saying about Columbia River Carpentry.