Updated: May 31, 2026
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181 NORTH 17TH STREET, San Jose, CA, 95112
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JAMES DEAN OSTRANDER CONSTRUCTION
Serving San Jose and the surrounding Bay Area, James Dean Ostrander Construction has nearly four decades of experience in residential construction and remodeling. The company specializes in a range of home improvement services, including room additions, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and whole-house renovations. Projects reflect a focus on updating and expanding existing homes to better suit the needs of homeowners in neighborhoods across San Jose and nearby cities. James Dean Ostrander, the owner, is directly involved in project management from start to finish, ensuring that all work complies with local building codes and industry standards. The firm partners with local architects and engineers when needed to provide structural modifications and tailored design solutions. James Dean Ostrander Construction primarily works with homeowners, guiding clients through planning, permitting, and construction phases for both interior and exterior upgrades.
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Phone Number: (408) 640-1024
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JAMES DEAN OSTRANDER CONSTRUCTION San Jose
Quality
101
88th percentile
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Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
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1 project
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2024 |
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that JAMES DEAN OSTRANDER CONSTRUCTION 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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$250k-$500k |
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Building Permits by JAMES DEAN OSTRANDER CONSTRUCTION
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- demolishing existing detached garage - construction of new two story 865 sq. ft. second unit with 251 sq. ft. attached carport 1 bedroom 1 loft room 1 bathroom kit/living area new electrical panel
Valuation:
$113,685
Permit #:
2019 155469 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
2nd unit added
Building Type:
N/A
Replace (e) foundation remodel (e) bathroom vaulted ceilings (n) bathroom relocate kitchen r/r water heater furnace re-wire re-pipe demolish fireplace (n) gas insert **revision**8/22/19-ld -upgrade to 200 amp
Valuation:
$50,115
Permit #:
2019 116690 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single family
Building Type:
N/A
Addition (70 sq ft to rear of sfdwl) enlarging dining & kitchen remodel through out (1434 sq ft) to include m, e, p's; 200 amp panel upgrade furnace changeout revision 1 - revised ceiling beams addition new pad footings addition 1 strip footing. f1 - fire sprinklers new system 23 heads
Valuation:
$101,933
Permit #:
BD-2015-254340
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Int remodel expand 2nd floor
Valuation:
$400,000
Permit #:
BLD2020-00620
Status:
final
Fee:
$11,806
Permit Type:
Residential addition
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchen remodel relocate bathroom foundation repair r/r water heater r/r furance move to attic **revision** 8/22/19-ld -upgrade to 125 amp
Valuation:
$55,115
Permit #:
2019 113045 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single-family
Building Type:
N/A
Install new electric box
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2023-01200
Status:
canceled
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Demolish 2 buildings 510 sf pool house & 62 sf equip.shed
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2020-00132
Status:
issued
Fee:
$172
Permit Type:
Demolition
Building Type:
N/A
# scanned # remodel: kitchen remove & replace cabinets & countertops range & sink same locations. master bathroom replace fixtures & finishes same locations. new led recessed lighting. replace (e) 100 amp sub-panel in mechanical. room. replace windows size for size in bedrooms & baths revision # 1 - cm - 12/07/2015 - per inspection addition to scope of work. upgrading all electrical o... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2015-02295
Status:
final
Fee:
$2,587
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel: 1st floor: remodel kitchen by removing & replacing cabinets counter-tops & appliances same locations. slight change in peninsula from angular to straight. install new wine cooler. remodel hall bathroom by replacing tub with new shower. remove & replace toilet & sink/vanity same locations. install new lighting in laundry room. 2nd floor: remodel hall bathroom by replacing (e) ... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2015-01639
Status:
final
Fee:
$2,043
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
A 650 square feet interior alteration that includes removal of e powder room divide e living room into two bedrooms remove fireplace and remodel master closet. addendum 12/12/17: upgrade electrical service to 200 amps remove and replace funace in a new location install a new air conditioning unit remove existing water heater and replace with a tankless water heater in new location
Valuation:
$60,000
Permit #:
BLD2017-01068
Status:
complete
Fee:
$2,769
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
#scanned# ele & plumbing - service change: upgrade electrical service from 100 amp to 200 amp service. upgrade interior electrical (e) knob & tube by fishing wire to all areas of home except kitchen which was previously upgraded during 1994 remodel with subpanel. gas line: run approx. 10 gas line from meter to clothes dryer. windows: change window in two (2) bedrooms to sliders
Valuation:
$7,000
Permit #:
BLD2013-01585
Status:
final
Fee:
$738
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
(n) dwelling 3200 sf (1307 @ lower level 1893 @ main level) (n) garage 604 sf (n) deck 625 sf (n) roofed open porch 52 sf
Valuation:
$847,000
Permit #:
B15-0384
Status:
final
Fee:
$30,291
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Rev to bp 52079 (01): partially abate vio. 2541 & 1299 remodel interior and restore exterior rear wall; install (n) fau & minor electrical & plumbing; & tankless water heater
Valuation:
$30,000
Permit #:
2013-52079-01 BEMPV
Status:
N/A
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition (70 sq ft to rear of sfdwl) enlarging dining & kitchen remodel through out (1434 sq ft) to include m, e, p's; 200 amp panel upgrade furnace changeout revision 1 - revised ceiling beams addition new pad footings addition 1 strip footing. f1 - fire sprinklers new system 23 heads [bd-2015-254340]
Valuation:
$7,900
Permit #:
FS-2016-256886
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revert detached garage to original remove plumbing electrical mechanical and walls(partitions). make all receptacles if original in the garage shall be with gfci protection. remove unpermitted additions at the side of the garage. remove unpermitted patio cover/carport addition. repair the side wall of the garage as needed to restore it to original configuration
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
2002 041759 RS
Status:
Finaled
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition of new family room kitchen entry way and hallway - remodel old kitchen to new bedroom and bathroom - remodel and enlarge gym and new laundry room - relocate water heater and furnace. revision #1 01-26-95 slg - delete storage closet and bay window revise lower floor layout. relocate furnace to attic delete 2nd water heater. delete hallway extension and roof system to as existing
Valuation:
$3,170
Permit #:
BLD92-0507
Status:
filed
Fee:
$5,590
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition to master bedroom bathroom remodel and enclose breeze way to create a laundry storage room
Valuation:
$61,026
Permit #:
2013 005070 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single family
Building Type:
N/A
Main electrical service panel upgrade to 200 amp
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2022-01684
Status:
expired
Fee:
$239
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Re-roof rear shed tear off & r/r b.u.r
Valuation:
$1,500
Permit #:
B15-0505
Status:
final
Fee:
$214
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Scanned. bbq cabinet: install new bbq cabinet with refrigerator sink & grill to (e) deck electrical & gas
Valuation:
$7,500
Permit #:
BLD2012-00264
Status:
final
Fee:
$953
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 510736 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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| License # | CA510736 B |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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| License # | 559251 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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| License # | 519189 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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| Bonded Agent | Business Alliance Insurance Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
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| Workers Comp Provider | State Compensation Insurance Fund |
41
Permits
- Building permit records show that JAMES DEAN OSTRANDER CONSTRUCTION has worked on 41 permitted projects.
JAMES DEAN OSTRANDER CONSTRUCTION Employees
AL
Anthony J Lucia
BO
Bruce Monroe Ostrander
Officer
JO
James Dean Ostrander
Owner