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Louis R Murdica Construction

Serving the Palm Desert, California area for over three decades, Louis R Murdica Construction brings 36 years of experience to residential building and remodeling projects. The firm’s work includes custom home construction, structural additions, and home improvement services tailored for local property owners. With deep roots in the Coachella Valley region, Louis R Murdica Construction is familiar with the architectural styles and construction standards that define Palm Desert and surrounding communities. The company handles projects for a wide range of residential clients, providing guidance through all phases of home improvement—from planning through completion. With a longstanding track record in the area, the contractor focuses on delivering results that align with client needs and comply with regional building requirements.

Building Permits by Louis R Murdica Construction

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Electrical service upgrade residential

41861 Brownstown Dr, Bermuda Dunes, CA, 92203

2023-05-24

Panel upgrade 100 amp to 200 amp

Valuation:

N/A

Permit #:

BEL2302758

Status:

final

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Electrical

74125 Old Prospector Trl, Palm Desert, CA, 92260

2019-03-27

No Description Available

Valuation:

$200

Permit #:

ELEC19-0017

Status:

final

Fee:

$265

Permit Type:

Temporary power pole

Building Type:

N/A

New single family residential

73790 20th Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

1994-09-30

Dwelling & attached garage air490 r-3 r 1297 3631 dwell490 r-3 wood 1297 65757 prch490 pr v-n 15 193

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

384929

Status:

ISSUED

Fee:

$1,277

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Plumbing permit residential

Dillon Rd, Riverside, CA, 92241

2011-11-07

Replacing water heater to dwlg

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

BPL110376

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$190

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

New single family detached

72250 20th Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

2002-04-26

Dwelling w/att garage 3385 sq ft

Valuation:

$148,517

Permit #:

BRS020816

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$2,263

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Addition single family residence

72250 20th Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

2005-03-31

Room addition (bedroom living restroom) 1035sqft

Valuation:

$36,856

Permit #:

BAR050086

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$955

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Other

72250 20th Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

2004-01-21

Horse corral barn 60x60

Valuation:

$53,388

Permit #:

BXX042645

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$808

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Electrical

107 Tekis Pl, Palm Desert, CA, 92260

2016-02-22

No Description Available

Valuation:

$500

Permit #:

TP0116-68985

Status:

final

Fee:

$264

Permit Type:

Temporary power pole

Building Type:

N/A

Electrical

872 Andreas Canyon Dr, Palm Desert, CA, 92260

2016-05-12

No Description Available

Valuation:

$250

Permit #:

TP0116-69753

Status:

final

Fee:

$264

Permit Type:

Temporary power pole

Building Type:

N/A

New single family detached

Hilltop Rd, Riverside, CA, 92241

2005-04-20

Single family dwelling 4274sqft garage 1725sqft patio 1114sqft

Valuation:

$190,354

Permit #:

BRS053675

Status:

EXPIRED

Fee:

$5,337

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Historical permit

73790 20th Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

1997-05-15

Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx pat896 u v-n 400 4336

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

422790

Status:

APPLIED

Fee:

$0

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

New single family detached

Hilltop Rd, Riverside, CA, 92241

2004-11-04

Dwlg w/attached garage 3132 sq ft

Valuation:

$113,680

Permit #:

BRS046078

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$2,833

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Other

73790 20th Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

1997-05-15

Patio - latice pat896 u v-n 480 5203

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

422791

Status:

FINALED

Fee:

$177

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Electrical

42280 Sand Dune Dr, Palm Desert, CA, 92211

2014-09-04

125 to 200 amp

Valuation:

$2,000

Permit #:

ELR14-63645

Status:

final

Fee:

$265

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Other

Holeman Way, Riverside, CA, 92241

2002-02-07

Stucco existing desert cabin

Valuation:

$2,500

Permit #:

BXX020423

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$161

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Mechanical only permit

72250 20th Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

2002-08-14

Swamp cooler in detached garage

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

BME020128

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$120

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Private garage permit

Hilltop Rd, Riverside, CA, 92241

2000-03-20

Detached garage

Valuation:

$26,460

Permit #:

BXX000814

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$546

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Historical permit

73790 20th Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

1994-10-12

Development mitigation (rsa #52)

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

385421

Status:

ISSUED

Fee:

$1,641

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Miscellaneous hourly inspectn

Hilltop Rd, Riverside, CA, 92241

2004-06-08

Special inspection grading

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

BHR040121

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$228

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

Garden wall single lot

72250 20th Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241

2003-02-14

Garden wall 230 x 6 70 x 4

Valuation:

$3,320

Permit #:

BXX031346

Status:

FINAL

Fee:

$130

Permit Type:

N/A

Building Type:

N/A

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Verified License

License #	464972
Status	Active
State	California
Type	Electrical
Business Type	Sole Ownership

BuildZoom verified this license was active as of July 2026.

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Verified License

License #	507372
Status	Active
State	California
Type	General Building
Business Type	Sole Ownership

BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.

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Verified License

License #	930611
Status	Active
State	California
Type	General Building
Business Type	Sole Ownership

BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.

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License Not Verified

License #	73496
Status	Active
State	Nevada
Type	C-2 - Electrical Contracting
Business Type	Sole Ownership

When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of July, 2015. Check the current license status of Louis R Murdica Construction with the Nevada State Contractors Board

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Inactive License

License #	791195
Status	Inactive
State	California
Type	Concrete
Business Type	Sole Ownership

According to the California Contractors State License Board, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.

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Inactive License

License #	388308
Status	Inactive
State	California
Type	Electrical
Business Type	Sole Ownership

According to the California Contractors State License Board, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.

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Inactive License

License #	0073496
Status	Inactive
State	Nevada
Type	C 2 Electrical
Business Type	Sole Ownership

According to the Nevada State Contractors Board, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.

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Permits

Building permit records show that Louis R Murdica Construction has worked on 19 permitted projects.

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Before you Hire

Here are some rules, regulations, and laws governing general contractors in California:

Does Louis R Murdica Construction carry a valid contracting license?

In California, any remodeling or construction project that exceeds $500 (labor and materials), requires a contractor to have an active license with the California Contractor State License Board (CSLB).

Louis R Murdica Construction currently holds license 464972, 507372, 930611, 73496, 791195, 388308, 0073496 (Electrical, General Building, C 2 Electrical Contracting, Concrete, C 2 Electrical), which was Active when we last checked.

How important is contractor licensing in California?

The CSLB is one of the highest rated licensing boards in the US. Applicants are required to pass a written board exam and prove at least four years of prior, relevant work experience. In addition, the CSLB requires all license holders to maintain at least $2,500 in operating capital and provides you with a range of other consumer protections.

Your liability risk when hiring Louis R Murdica Construction

Contractors in California are required to carry workers' compensation insurance if they have employees and proof of liability insurance with the cumulative limit of $1 million for licensees with five or fewer persons, and an additional 100,000 for each additional member over five, not to exceed $5 million total.

Financial recourse when hiring Louis R Murdica Construction

All licensed contractors in California are required to maintain a bond, which provides you with financial recourse in case they perform defective work or violate license regulations. If you feel as though you have been taken advantage of, you should leave feedback on the contractor's BuildZoom profile and file a complaint with the CSLB.

Louis R Murdica Construction has a $15,000 bond with Wesco Insurance Company.

What else should I know before hiring Louis R Murdica Construction

California contractors are required to submit their fingerprints to the board, which are then checked against criminal records held by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) prior to obtaining a valid contracting license.

How is the BuildZoom score calculated?

The BuildZoom score is based on a number of factors including the contractor's license status, insurance status, verified work history, standing with local consumer interest groups, verified reviews from other BuildZoom users and self-reported feedback from the contractor.

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