Updated: Mar 16, 2026
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Address
3091 WHEELER STREET, Berkeley, CA, 94705
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James J Tarter Builder Construction
With more than three decades of experience in residential construction, James J Tarter Builder serves the Berkeley, California area, focusing on home building and renovation projects. This contractor offers services that include new home construction, remodeling, and additions, working primarily with single-family residences throughout Berkeley and neighboring Bay Area communities. Drawing on a deep knowledge of the local building landscape, James J Tarter Builder manages projects from initial planning through completion, coordinating with clients on custom design and construction needs. With 34 years active in the industry, the company applies extensive expertise to projects ranging from major structural changes to interior updates. The contractor is familiar with the specific permitting and building codes affecting homes in Berkeley and applies this knowledge to guide clients through each stage of the construction process.
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Phone Number: (650) 455-1669
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Address: 3091 WHEELER STREET, Berkeley, CA 94705
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Quality
101
88th percentile
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Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
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2 projects
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2024 |
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that James J Tarter Builder has worked on at least
4.0 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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$50k-$100k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
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Building Permits by James J Tarter Builder
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Stop work-interior remodel to include replacement of 18 windows like for like replace (2) gas furnaces and (1) water heater. remodel kitchen dining room master suite and guest bathroom. addition at rear facade first floor ~190 sf and 2nd floor ~109 sf. (stamped plans under 20000-00726 garage remodel permit) ***do not schedule final until stop work fees are paid***
Valuation:
$225,000
Permit #:
20000-00725
Status:
final
Fee:
$10,590
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construct nw elevator shaft in extg light well and install new elevator
Valuation:
$62,000
Permit #:
202110070008
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
New 2-story single family residence (2561 sf) includes install (n) air conditioning tankless water heater and 200 amp upgrade
Valuation:
$590,000
Permit #:
19000-00508
Status:
final
Fee:
$15,243
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel of detached garage to include removal of ~117 sf studio shed at back of detached garage
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
20000-00726
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,264
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New elevator in residence
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BP21-00771
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Other
Building Type:
N/A
Photovoltaic - sb 379:237/west park
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PMT-3283944
Status:
complete
Fee:
$311
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Photovoltaic - sb 379:3011/lloyd
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PMT-3273612
Status:
complete
Fee:
$311
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
665sf addition to home including new bathroom per plans
Valuation:
$130,000
Permit #:
BIAD18-010943
Status:
final
Fee:
$6,808
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New interior elevator
Valuation:
$140,000
Permit #:
202306291128
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
26 - misc group r...
61 sq.ft. expand 1 bedroom remodel bathroom
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BRES2017-427
Status:
final
Fee:
$2,697
Permit Type:
Addition_434
Building Type:
N/A
Building (n) detached garage (220 sf)
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
19000-00509
Status:
final
Fee:
$826
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Electrical for tenant improvement. of existing restaurant to include new accessible restroom & entry ramp new awning & windows at front elevation. new covered trash enclosure at rear. pln15409
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E1603825
Status:
final
Fee:
$513
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plumbing for tenant improvement. of existing restaurant to include new accessible restroom & entry ramp new awning & windows at front elevation. new covered trash enclosure at rear. pln15409
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P1602921
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,312
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel existing retail space on 1st floor to inlcude new partitions lighting electrical ada. restroom to accomodate new medical clinic. change of use from retail to clinic
Valuation:
$69,400
Permit #:
201408012784
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
67 - clinics-medi...
New second story (622 sf) and remodel (494 sf). scope of work includes reroofing (e) first story with b.u. roof. second story will be comparable shingle
Valuation:
$175,489
Permit #:
14000-02194
Status:
final
Fee:
$6,714
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to b170558 deck framing
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
R19076
Status:
triage
Fee:
$118
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New detached adu (900 sf) 2 bedroom
Valuation:
$112,500
Permit #:
17000-02169
Status:
final
Fee:
$7,055
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Mechanical for tenant improvement. of existing restaurant to include new accessible restroom & entry ramp new awning & windows at front elevation. new covered trash enclosure at rear. pln15409
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
M1601959
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,347
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition new office addition wih new laundry room and remodel of existing bathoom 6/16/2017 permit renewal 50% fees paid 7-25-17: revision to include structural work on foundation and shear wall and windows
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BIAD16-011252
Status:
final
Fee:
$6,759
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential addition (711 sf) new tankless water heater. electric service upgrage from 125amp to 200amp same location
Valuation:
$85,000
Permit #:
17000-02170
Status:
final
Fee:
$5,321
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 990941 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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| Bonded Agent | Accredited Surety & Casualty Company Inc |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Norguard Insurance Company |
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Permits
- Building permit records show that James J Tarter Builder has worked on 29 permitted projects.
James J Tarter Builder Employees
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James Joshua Tarter
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