Updated: May 02, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
85 LAURIE DRIVE, NOVATO, CA, U, Novato, CA, 94954
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Forney Construction
Serving homeowners and businesses in Novato and Marin County, Forney Construction specializes in residential and commercial building services. Established in 2000, the company brings over two decades of experience to projects ranging from custom home construction to remodels and additions. Forney Construction manages all phases of building, including site preparation, framing, and finish work. Their portfolio includes kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, complete home updates, and light commercial tenant improvements. The company works with property owners throughout Novato and neighboring communities to deliver projects tailored to each site and client requirements. Forney Construction emphasizes clear project management and coordination with local architects, engineers, and design professionals to ensure code compliance and smooth construction processes.
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Forney Construction Contact Information
Phone Number: (415) 678-9643
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Address: 85 LAURIE DRIVE, NOVATO, CA, U, Novato, CA 94954
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Forney Construction Novato
Quality
106
93rd percentile
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Forney Construction has a BuildZoom score of 106, which places them above 93% of 336,931 contractors in California.
Activity
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4 projects
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2025 |
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4 projects
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2024 |
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8 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Forney Construction has worked on at least
16.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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3 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Forney Construction mostly works on
home addition
projects.
Pricing
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4 projects
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< $5k |
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7 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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2 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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4 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $15,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Unit 9# demolish kitchen and install new electrical to code and cabinets sinks. demolish 2 bathroom install 2 walk in showers and recessed lights new flooring throughout. like for like. change in place of (e) tubs no new plumbing fixtures count
Valuation:
$80,000
Permit #:
202409050123
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Comply w nov # 202535679: heat pump added to scope of work of original permit. attach blocks to roof sheetrock opening for cassette run electrical circuit to subpanel
Valuation:
$12,000
Permit #:
202504305532
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Comply w nov # 202535679: heat pump added to scope of work of original permit. attach blocks to roof sheetrock opening for cassette run electrical circuit to subpanel
Valuation:
$12,000
Permit #:
202504305532
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
New skylight hatch for roof access. new roof deck new spiral stairs to 2nd fl and roof access
Valuation:
$60,000
Permit #:
202502069783
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Unit 104: interior remodel including removal of partition walls: kitchen remodel laundry room remodel master bathroom with new closet. new soundproof section of ceiling
Valuation:
$110,000
Permit #:
202206297358
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Remove siding on south side of residence. repairing dryrot replace siding. cement siding. approximately 420 sq.ft. wood to wood ship lap siding to match (e)
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
202401314954
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Reroofing: remove existing roofing and replace w/modified bitumen
Valuation:
$13,000
Permit #:
202304206074
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Kitchen and m. bedroom livingroom and dining room: remove all old electrical: kitchen remodel laundry remodel livingroom and dining room. remodel of the guest bathroom remodel bathroom # 2 (n) sub panel
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E202208021675
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Dry rot reapair remove rotten subfloor sister rotten joists replace subfloor reinstall tile like for like approx 16x'16 coffee shop retail
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
202404240641
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
05 - food/beverag...
Unit 9: addition counter outlets to code: addition recessed lighting: bring subpanel to code: addition power for range 220 v
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E202409056686
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replace fire alarm system & provide low freq sounders inside units to meet 1103.7.6.1
Valuation:
$64,778
Permit #:
202304206121
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Bathroom remodel like for like;
Valuation:
$30,000
Permit #:
202304206120
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Reroofing: (ref bpa# 202304206102)
Valuation:
$6,200
Permit #:
202304206103
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Unit #5: revision to pa# 202303153698 adding plumbing to extg closet for laundry prepare hot & cold lines in area prepare drain line prepare dryer vent and vent to building exterior elecrical to be installed addition vent for dryer
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
202304206097
Status:
withdrawn
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Kitchen remodel laundry remodel, : ref to bpa# 202206297358: guest bathroom remodel: master bathroom remodel: bathroom remodel
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PP20220802290
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove abandoned flue pipe on exterior of building west wall. to comply with violations 202286849 & 202286130 repair siding
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
202203089466
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Addition heat pump not on plan
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E202505142425
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove rotten siding on top half and replace with like material. street visible
Valuation:
$12,000
Permit #:
202301240642
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Demolish (e) fron porch & entry stairs construct of (en) smaller porch and entry stairs within (e) property set-backs
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
202206085880
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Upper floor: remove (e) bathroom and non-load bearing walls in master bedroom and closets. to restore bedroom. rebuild bathroom in new location
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
202112013387
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
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Forney Construction License info
Verified License
| License # | 1048354 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of May 2026.
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106
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | American Contractors Indemnity Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | National Liability & Fire Insurance Company |
29
Permits
- Building permit records show that Forney Construction has worked on 29 permitted projects.
Forney Construction Employees
CF
Chris William Forney
Sole Owner