Updated: May 27, 2026
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P O BOX 757, Alamo, CA, 94507
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James Thomas Construction
Serving Alamo and the surrounding East Bay, James Thomas Construction has been active in residential construction for over three decades. The company handles a range of project types, including ground-up home construction, major remodels, and custom home additions. Portfolio examples highlight work on large-scale kitchen and bathroom renovations, as well as outdoor living spaces designed to complement existing homes. James Thomas Construction serves homeowners throughout Contra Costa County, with completed projects in Danville, Walnut Creek, and Lafayette. The firm takes on both smaller interior remodels and comprehensive renovations that update entire homes. With 37 years in business, James Thomas Construction brings longstanding experience to each project, applying methods and materials suited to the area’s architectural styles and local building requirements.
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James Thomas Construction Contact Information
Phone Number: (650) 722-1781
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Address: P O BOX 757, Alamo, CA 94507
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James Thomas Construction Alamo
Quality
108
95th percentile
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James Thomas Construction has a BuildZoom score of 108, which places them above 95% of 336,931 contractors in California.
Activity
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3 projects
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2025 |
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14 projects
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2024 |
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9 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that James Thomas Construction has worked on at least
26.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
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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4 projects
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New Constructions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that James Thomas Construction mostly works on
new construction
projects.
Pricing
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3 projects
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< $5k |
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3 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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6 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
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3 projects
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$500k-$1mil |
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2 projects
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $37,447. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by James Thomas Construction
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**4/10/23 revision to the foundation plan. the original footing depth was 20” and has been redesigned to 14”. the purpose of the revision is a cost saving measure scope of work: - demolish (e) 1 sty 1, 719 sq ft single family residence - demolish (e) 224 sq ft detached shed at rear lot of (e) main residence and demolish attached overhang - construct a (n) 2nd sty 1, 412 sq ft to (e) 1... see more
Valuation:
$510,413
Permit #:
2022 674610 RS
Status:
issued
Fee:
$8,004
Permit Type:
Single-family
Building Type:
N/A
**application withdrawn and cancelled by property owner** demolish existing 1 140 sqft single-family home w garage and construct a new two-story single family dwelling (3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms) with attached 2-car garage and attached adu (1 bedroom 1 bathroom). first floor @ 1512 sf second floor @ 535 sf garage @ 452 sf adu @ 448 sf (pa-2022-075) ***submittal documents for deferred sub... see more
Valuation:
$996,755
Permit #:
BD-2023-288549
Status:
canceled
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**4/10/23 revision: the original footing depth was 18” and has been redesigned to 14”. the purpose of the foundation revision was for cost saving measures. **10/27/23 revision #2 scope: a water heater was added to the adu and the roof was extended over the utility chase scope of work: - demolish (e) 1 sty 1 174 sq ft single family residence - construct a (n) 2 437 sq ft 2 sty single f... see more
Valuation:
$394,380
Permit #:
2022 696754 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
$3,921
Permit Type:
Single-family
Building Type:
N/A
New construction of attached 1st floor adu (384 sf). adu at the rear of the proposed dwelling and is studio style with one bathroom. new single family dwelling construction under permit bd-2022-286733. demolish under permit bd-2022-286732. pa-2022-033
Valuation:
$169,743
Permit #:
BD-2023-288026
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Scope of work: - demolish (e) 2, 621 sq ft 1 sty single family residence and building a (n) 2, 766 sq ft 2 sty single family residence with an attached 598 sq ft garage - (n) single family residence to have an attached 231 sq ft porch and 144 sq ft lanai at rear
Valuation:
$483,233
Permit #:
2022 678623 RS
Status:
issued
Fee:
$2,986
Permit Type:
Single-family
Building Type:
N/A
-grading is currently under review 22-685796 gr -driveway permit needed demolish (e) 1, 602 sq ft single family residence and attached garage - 1, 505 sq ft first floor 1, 600 2nd floor 3, 105 sq ft total 442 sq ft attached garage - 153 sq ft attached covered porch & 168 sq ft
Valuation:
$508,829
Permit #:
2022 685086 RS
Status:
filed
Fee:
$2,986
Permit Type:
Single-family
Building Type:
N/A
Demolish (e) 1, 602 sq ft single family residence - building (n) 3, 105 sq ft 2 story single family residence with attached 442 sq ft garage - 153 sq ft attached covered porch & 168 sq ft attached outdoor living area
Valuation:
$502,539
Permit #:
2022 688216 RS
Status:
filed
Fee:
$3,184
Permit Type:
Single-family
Building Type:
N/A
Encroachment agreement - pavers @ carriage walk (x2022-0547)
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
N2024-0068
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,167
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Encroachment agreement - paver @ carriage walk (x2021-3176)
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
N2024-0067
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,167
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
**10/27/23 revision #1 scope: a water heater was added to the adu and the roof was extended over the utility chase scope of work: - construct a (n) 295 sq ft attached adu to front area of (e) main residence - adu consist of 1 bathroom and bedroom/kitchen area - install (n) 100amp electrical panel
Valuation:
$44,507
Permit #:
2022 696758 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,839
Permit Type:
2nd unit added
Building Type:
N/A
Single family residence demo: demolition of an existing 1 952 sqft single-family home ( pa-2022-031) permit for new single family dwelling under bd-2022-286275
Valuation:
$30,475
Permit #:
BD-2022-286357
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family residence - (n) retaining block wall at rear 72 lf x 5 max height w 42 fence on top. (n) curb walls at sides 103 lf. inside p/l (rev2024-0015)
Valuation:
$25,000
Permit #:
XR2024-0023
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,063
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
- demolish existing 939 sq. ft. single family residence with 480 sq. ft. detached garage - construct new 2, 188 sq. ft. single family residence with 419 sq. ft. attached two car garage and 29 sq. ft. covered front porch
Valuation:
$263,490
Permit #:
2019 113640 RS
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single family
Building Type:
N/A
Scope of work: - construct a (n) 1 sty 615 sq ft attached adu at (e) main residence - adu consist of 1 bedroom 1 bathroom sitting room kitchen/dining area
Valuation:
$92,785
Permit #:
2022 678633 RS
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,560
Permit Type:
2nd unit added
Building Type:
N/A
Install 100 amp temporary power pole (overhead) located in rear yard. *new single family dwelling under permit #bd-2023-288549
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
MEP-2023-288681
Status:
expired
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Scope of work 1) demolish an existing 1116 sq ft residence and 400 sq ft detached garage 2) building a new 3431 sq ft two story residence with 441 sq ft attached garage and 31 sq ft covered porch
Valuation:
$402,197
Permit #:
2019 125490 RS
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Single family
Building Type:
N/A
Replace (e) driveway with csj standard curb and gutter. construct (n) 16 driveway to align with new driveway aisle per csj standards
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2022 687404 DW
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Combination
Building Type:
N/A
Replace (e) driveway with csj standard curb and gutter. construct (n) 16 driveway to align with new driveway aisle per csj standards
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2022 687397 DW
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Combination
Building Type:
N/A
Remove (e) driveway and replace with csj standard curb ang gutter. construct (n) 16 driveway to align with new drive aisle
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2022 686117 DW
Status:
approved
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Combination
Building Type:
N/A
Install a 100 amp temporary power pole for new single family dwelling under bd-2022-286733. pa-2022-033
Valuation:
$1,000
Permit #:
MEP-2022-286734
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 551777 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 566118 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | Paperhanging, General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Bonded
| Bonded Agent | American Contractors Indemnity Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | State Compensation Insurance Fund |
142
Permits
- Building permit records show that James Thomas Construction has worked on 142 permitted projects.
James Thomas Construction Employees
JT
James Lowell Thomas
Sole Owner
JT
James Ogden Thomas
Sole Owner