Updated: Feb 12, 2026
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856 BLAIR AVENUE, Oakland, CA, 94611
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Golden Snail Builders Construction
Serving homeowners in Oakland and the surrounding East Bay area, Golden Snail Builders specializes in residential remodeling and renovation projects. With over 30 years of experience, the company undertakes kitchen and bathroom remodels, as well as custom additions and whole-home renovations. Their portfolio features a range of project types, from modernizing older homes to reconfiguring interiors for improved function and comfort. Golden Snail Builders works closely with clients on both design and construction phases, ensuring that each project suits the specific layout and style preferences of the property owner. Their knowledge of local building requirements allows them to manage projects efficiently within Oakland and neighboring communities. Whether updating a single room or undertaking a larger transformation, Golden Snail Builders applies decades of expertise to residential construction and remodeling throughout the East Bay.
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Golden Snail Builders Contact Information
Phone Number: (510) 421-0132
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Address: 856 BLAIR AVENUE, Oakland, CA 94611
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Golden Snail Builders Oakland
Quality
103
90th percentile
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Activity
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1 project
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2024 |
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2 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Golden Snail Builders has worked on at least
3.0 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.
Pricing
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1 project
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$5k-$20k |
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1 project
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$500k-$1mil |
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Building Permits by Golden Snail Builders
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Addition of approximately 538sf of living space to an existing home. addition includes expanding bathrooms a mud room and laundry room (connects house to detached garage). an existing carport will be remodeled into a garage
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
BIAD21-013544
Status:
final
Fee:
$5,994
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Correct work described in nov 202302608. electrical work behind bar 2 bathroom remodels in kind. refer to complaint eid 202302610
Valuation:
$8,000
Permit #:
202302031387
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
05 - food/beverag...
(b) - building alteration - 3+ residential units or commercial (building)
2018-02-15
Tenant improvement. for new coffee shop jackimos (limited service restaurant and café)
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
B1606012
Status:
final
Fee:
$2,776
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
(rbc) - building residential combo alteration- 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
2021-07-07
Complete work started under rb1700902 re1701718 rp1701428 rm1700969 - enclose 60 sf front room addition on large lot house replacing wndows infill 892 sqft basement for entertainment room with interior stairs upstairs internal wall changes to open up kitchen dining room and living room per engineered plans and calcs
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
RBC1903048
Status:
expired
Fee:
$386
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install new driveway per approved plans per city standard. do not cut into pavement unless and until ready to complete project if working within 25 feet of a monument you must comply with state law 8771 contact the inspector prior to starting excavation: minimum $5 800.00 fine for non-compliance comply with all terms of city of oakland public works standards street excavation rules re... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
CGS16103
Status:
final
Fee:
$491
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
200 amp service up-grade and electrical to construct a new 3 615 sf. single family dwelling on a up-sloped lot.with 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths 3 story with garage (450 sf) in basement
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RE1600164
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,419
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Temp power pole - see permit b2019-05360
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B2023-03796
Status:
canceled
Fee:
$127
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
* * additional foundation details for existing residence under permit no in valuation. $$ alj landscape retaining walls. no increase revisions submitted 9/15/10 to addition space for a total s.f. of 3843. to complete the building out of an 7-874 and adding 16 s.f. of new living
Valuation:
$160,000
Permit #:
1000002605
Status:
ISSUED
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Bp-3 (3 wk
Building Type:
N/A
Plumbing to construct a new 3 615 sf. single family dwelling on a up-sloped lot.with 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths 3 story with garage (450 sf) in basement
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RP1600135
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,123
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Excavate basement to create master bedroom family room and bathroom (830 sf). scope includes converting enclosed porch to interior stair
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
RB1603007
Status:
final
Fee:
$9,690
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
To construct a new 3 615 sf. single family dwelling on a up-sloped lot.with 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths 3 story with garage (450 sf) in basement
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RM1600103
Status:
final
Fee:
$556
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Nonstructural floor plan alteration removing separation wall between kitchen and dining area and replace kitchen patio door - drx141041
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
RB1402156
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,100
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plumbing excavate basement to create master bedroom family room and bathroom (830 sf). scope includes converting enclosed porch to interior stair
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RP1602123
Status:
final
Fee:
$306
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
(re) - electrical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
2017-08-22
Electric excavate basement to create master bedroom family room and bathroom (830 sf). scope includes converting enclosed porch to interior stair
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RE1602836
Status:
final
Fee:
$282
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Electrical for tenant improvement. for new coffee shop jackimos (limited service restaurant and café)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E1700496
Status:
final
Fee:
$236
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
To construct a new 3 615 sf. single family dwelling on a up-sloped lot.with 4 bedrooms 3.5 baths 3 story with garage (450 sf) in basement 06/30/16: revised interior stair well sheet a4 t1. pln14297
Valuation:
$700,000
Permit #:
RB1501158
Status:
final
Fee:
$30,136
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plumbing for tenant improvement. for new coffee shop jackimos (limited service restaurant and café)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P1700441
Status:
final
Fee:
$571
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
To complete rb1403211 enclose open solarium to create master bath; alterations to existing bathroom kitchen and replace damaged window
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
RB1603091
Status:
final
Fee:
$435
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Mechanical: enclose open solarium to create master bath; alterations to existing bathroom kitchen
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RM1401546
Status:
final
Fee:
$427
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
To complete re1402495 electrical: enclose open solarium to create master bath; alterations to existing bathroom kitchen
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
RE1602406
Status:
final
Fee:
$207
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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| License # | 922139 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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| Bonded Agent | American Contractors Indemnity Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | State Compensation Insurance Fund |
15
Permits
- Building permit records show that Golden Snail Builders has worked on 15 permitted projects.
Golden Snail Builders Employees
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Christian Scott Brown
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