San Rafael Building Permits & Project Research

6,319 indexed permits · 43 active contractors · San Rafael, California.

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San Rafael building permits — key stats
Active contractors 43
Newest permit 2026-08-31

PermitGrab tracks 43 active contractors who pulled 6,319 building permits in San Rafael, CA as of 2026-08-31. Newest published record: 2026-09-01.

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6,319
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43
Active Contractors
12
Available Business Phones
2026-09-03
Last Updated
Updated recently · 2026-08-31

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Permit data through 2026-08-31

6,319 permits sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2021-03-08 Windows/Doors $80,214 26 CREEKSIDE DR Tear off 2,600 square feet of siding on all sides of home. Install new James Har… 600 sq 2,600 roof sf tear off replacement Re-roof
2021-03-07 HVAC/Mech $7,900 118 BIRCH WAY CHANGE OUT 40K BTU 96% FURNACE IN THE CLOSET, LIKE FOR LIKE furnace like for like replacement HVAC changeout
2021-03-05 Solar $7,900 663 CEDARBERRY LN 7.15kw Rooftop Photovoltaic *E-Inspection* 7.15 kW solar Solar PV
2021-03-05 HVAC/Mech $4,180 60 BRIDGEGATE DR Replace a furnace in the garage with a new Bryant energy efficient furnace to be… furnace replacement HVAC replacement
2021-03-04 Plumbing $4,200 13 ZEPHYR CT REPLACING 40 GALLON GAS WATER HEATER. 40 gal water heater gas Water heater
2021-03-04 Electrical $2,000 88 SIDNEY CT Complete replacement of existing electric service with new 200Amp electric servi… 200A replacement
2021-03-04 Electrical $3,200 6 GOLDEN IRIS TER 1 (N) 200A Meter disconnect -Main Service Panel 200A service panel Panel service
2021-03-04 General Construction $1,000 120 LOWELL AVE Guest Bath Remod - Express
2021-03-03 HVAC/Mech $25,485 120 FAIRWAY DR Replace three existing air conditioners
2021-03-02 General Construction $8,730 1118 IDYLBERRY RD New 200Amp Main Service. 200A New installation
2021-03-02 Roofing $16,600 107 GARDEN AVE Remove and install composition shingle. TPO on flat sections of Roof shingle, tpo New installation New roof
2021-03-02 Roofing $18,050 704 PT SAN PEDRO RD Remove & dispose off existing roofing material, install new roof, re-flash pipes… New installation New roof
2021-03-02 HVAC/Mech $9,050 607 GALERITA WAY NEW (CUT IN) 2.5 TON (16 SEER) A/C IN BACK YARD, C/O 66K BTU FAU IN CLOSET AND I… 2.5 tons 16 SEER AC New installation HVAC installation
2021-03-01 Windows/Doors $34,500 88 SIDNEY CT Replace 9 windows and 2 French doors. Same size and location.
2021-03-01 Pool/Spa $121,805 6 GOLDEN IRIS TER Pool W/Auto Cover T.D. 12-8-20
2021-03-01 Solar $65,604 26 ZEPHYR CT 11.2kw Rooftop Photovoltaic & Energy Storage System 11.2 kW battery solar Battery storage
2021-03-01 Solar $8,485 6 ALPINE LILY PL Rooftop Solar Thermal System solar Solar PV
2021-03-01 Plumbing $15,837 100 MT LYELL DR Replace electrical panel and gas line replacement
2021-03-01 Electrical $3,400 675 IDYLBERRY RD Electric upgrade 100Amp to 200Amp 100A
2021-02-27 Plumbing $1,800 8 ROCK ROSE CT Replace water heater and 1 outdoor GFCI outlet replacement
2021-02-26 Solar $20,000 742 APPLEBERRY DR 6.5kw Rooftop Photovoltaic *E-Inspection* 6.5 kW solar Solar PV
2021-02-25 Plumbing 313 ELLEN CT Gas line to existing fireplace. Install earthquake valve line work New installation
2021-02-25 Electrical 313 ELLEN CT 120volt, GFCI outlet for fireplace gas insert inside existing fireplace. 120V
2021-02-25 HVAC/Mech $24,873 221 BAYVIEW DR Install furnace and AC AC, furnace New installation HVAC installation
2021-02-25 Windows/Doors $40,000 51 SAN PABLO AVE Repl Deck, Sliding Door T.D. Asap
2021-02-24 HVAC/Mech $20,894 40 BAYHILLS DR replace with existing high efficiency heat pump heat pump replacement HVAC replacement
2021-02-24 Electrical $1,000 136 BLACKSTONE DR 60 amp Electric Vehicle Charger Circuit 60A EV charger
2021-02-24 Electrical $9,060 690 CEDARBERRY LN Upgrade Main panel from 100A to 200A, Eliminate subpanel in garage and re-run ci… 100A
2021-02-24 Electrical $4,500 26 VENDOLA DR Upgrade from a single to a dual electric meter.
2021-02-24 HVAC/Mech $25,000 53 MONCADA WAY Hvac System And Duct Install New installation HVAC installation
2021-02-24 Roofing $27,500 6 MT TENAYA CT Spray foam overlay on existing tar and gravel roof.
2021-02-23 HVAC/Mech $11,090 638 GALERITA WAY REPLACE FURNACE IN SAME LOCATION. AFUE 80% furnace replacement HVAC replacement
2021-02-22 Pool/Spa $130,680 5 MONCADA WAY Rebuild Pool
2021-02-22 Roofing $18,171 2663 HEATHERSTONE DR Remove old comp roof, install new Class A fire Rated Material, by GAF. New installation New roof
2021-02-22 HVAC/Mech $4,600 35 MILLSTONE TER Changeout the existing AC with a 16 SEER Air Condtioner. 16 SEER AC replacement HVAC changeout
2021-02-22 Roofing $14,270 100 AUBURN ST Prepare existing 17 sq ft surface to receive new roof system. Apply 1 SPF with S… New installation New roof
2021-02-22 HVAC/Mech $4,250 14 UNIONSTONE DR NEW 16 SEER AC UNIT ON LEFT SIDE YARD. 16 SEER AC New installation HVAC installation
2021-02-22 General Construction $7,500 16 OAK RIDGE RD replace failed ducting with new ducting-12 runs of alumaflex
2021-02-20 Roofing $23,870 1010 IDYLBERRY RD REMOVE AND REPLACE CLASS A BUR CAP SHEET ROOF. replacement
2021-02-19 Electrical $1,800 818 RINCON WAY Replace existing electrical panel to 250 amps 250A replacement
2021-02-19 Windows/Doors $9,000 79 VENDOLA DR Repl Decks; Add Door To Crawlsp T.D. 1/18/21
2021-02-17 Solar $60,493 860 IDYLBERRY RD 11.25kw Rooftop Photovoltaic & Energy Storage System 11.25 kW battery solar Battery storage
2021-02-16 Electrical $3,000 26 ZEPHYR CT Change electrical service from 100AMP to 125 AMP 100A
2021-02-16 HVAC/Mech $11,000 285 ELLEN DR Install new Mitsubishi Air handler and HP. ODU to be placed on the left side of … New installation HVAC installation
2021-02-16 Electrical $3,168 254 TIBURON BLVD Generator
2021-02-12 HVAC/Mech $10,000 21 ZEPHYR CT Mini Split Heat Pump heat pump, mini-split
2021-02-11 Electrical $1,500 28 WASHINGTON AVE remove and replace electrical panel/meter main with distribution 100 amps 100A replacement
2021-02-11 Plumbing $2,300 1325 IDYLBERRY RD Replacing standard 50 gal water heater with similar standard 50 gal water heater 50 gal water heater standard Water heater
2021-02-11 Electrical $1,500 663 CEDARBERRY LN Electrical Main Panel upgrade to 125A 125A service panel Panel service
2021-02-11 Plumbing $3,900 246 MARGARITA DR REPLACE 50 GALLON WATER HEATER IN SAME LOCATION. 50 gal water heater standard replacement Water heater
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Construction Activity in San Rafael

New building permits in San Rafael, California show where construction activity is being recorded. Contractors can filter the available public records by trade, date, address, and project value to research projects and plan outreach using the fields the source publishes.

About San Rafael Building Permits

San Rafael, California processes building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 6319+ San Rafael building permits — newest published record: 2026-09-01 from official city sources.

Building permits in San Rafael can document new construction, renovations, and specialty work. The fields in a public record vary by filing, but may include a project address, scope, estimated cost, or contractor name. Use the displayed source information to evaluate whether a record is useful for your market research.

How Contractors Use San Rafael Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers can use San Rafael building-permit records to research visible construction activity. A permit may signal a project that is relevant to a particular trade, but the source record does not establish that its owner is seeking a bid.

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Who appears in San Rafael permit records?

PermitGrab indexes 6,319 building permits in San Rafael. New records appear as they are available from the source.

How fresh is San Rafael permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for San Rafael is dated 2026-08-31. Newest published record: 2026-09-01. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, and permit type, plus contractor name where the source publishes it. Use a recent published record for project research; it does not show bid availability or a request for service.

What construction appears in San Rafael permit records?

San Rafael permit activity covers 6,319 indexed permits. The records can cover new construction, residential renovations, mechanical/electrical/plumbing upgrades, roof replacements, demolitions, or tenant improvements. Their usefulness for a contractor or supplier depends on the published project details, timing, and service area.

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Contractors & subs
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Home service companies
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Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in San Rafael provide project context for solar-market research. Filter by the current project signal and verify ownership separately.
Insurance agents
San Rafael renovations can identify properties for a policy-review workflow. Confirm coverage needs independently before contacting a property owner.
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