Updated: Jun 01, 2026
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1229 QUINTARA STREET, San Francisco, CA, 94116
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Richard Kolby Construction
Serving San Francisco for over three decades, Richard Kolby has extensive experience in residential and commercial construction throughout the city. His portfolio includes kitchen remodeling, bathroom upgrades, and home additions for property owners across neighborhoods such as the Richmond District, Sunset, and Noe Valley. Kolby works on both older homes requiring period-appropriate renovations as well as more contemporary spaces in need of updated layouts or finishes. He is known for managing all phases of construction projects, from initial planning and permitting through to final walkthrough. Clients include homeowners, property managers, and small business owners seeking interior improvements or structural repairs. With 35 years of experience, Richard Kolby brings a practical understanding of San Francisco’s unique building codes, local architecture, and neighborhood requirements to every job.
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Richard Kolby Contact Information
Phone Number: (415) 407-6391
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Address: 1229 QUINTARA STREET, San Francisco, CA 94116
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Richard Kolby San Francisco
Quality
100
87th percentile
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Activity
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2 projects
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2025 |
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Richard Kolby 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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$20k-$50k |
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1 project
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$50k-$100k |
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New shower pan. relocate some gas pipes. relocate washer & dryer(gas) laundry sink replace & relocate water heater(gas). remove some (e) water pipes. install (n) water pipes to bathroom waher & dryer. laundry sink.install (n) water pipes to laundry bathroom
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PP20240606234
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
2nd fl interior remodel. master bathroom addition some partial wall removal and some new partition wall. new master bathroom closet. remodel kitchen
Valuation:
$85,000
Permit #:
202406043716
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Scope of work: _ interior remodeling of existing kitchen and bathroom _electric service upgrade
Valuation:
$11,862
Permit #:
2024 079943 RS
Status:
issued
Fee:
$411
Permit Type:
Single-family
Building Type:
N/A
Sewer line repair new bathroom waste piping venting water piping. relocate waste and water piping for existing upstairs bathroom & kitchen in joist in basement. hose bib by downstairs by slider. w/d outlet new tankless water heater
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PP20210713954
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove center wall in office replace 1 window and remove 1 in office (not visible from street) remove door in master bed for pocket door. move door & building a 3 ft wall in study. relocate wall bew storage and garage. rev.to 202106222971
Valuation:
$9,000
Permit #:
202109027702
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Installation of a sub panel in basement. install new receptacle and switches on fl 1-3. smoke detectors. 2 #2 feeder. install 50 circuits 60 lights 38 switches 46 receptacles 6 fans 1 dishwasher 1 g/d 1 microwave 1 range 13 smoke detectors
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E202109025429
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
1/f: in-fill under (e) 2/f habitable space. remodel family room. addition 1 full bathroom & 2 bedrooms. 2/f: addition deck & stairway at rear
Valuation:
$65,000
Permit #:
202103035763
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Conversion of first floor into childcare of 14 and less children upgrades to second floor bathroom (n) bathroom kitchen and bedroom renovation replacement of stair case rear yard renovation
Valuation:
$180,000
Permit #:
201804025255
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
88 - day care hom...
Kitchen & bathroom remodel. wall between kitchen and dining to be removed. addition 1/2 bathroom at 2nd flr(main floor level). ref to pa# 202106142383
Valuation:
$60,000
Permit #:
202106222971
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
1st floor (basement): install receptacles switches car lighting in family room bathroom two bedrooms furnace and laundry areas
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E202107134309
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Bedroom bathroom tub shower toilet vanity water lines and drain lines. tub pan new water and drain piping replacement wash machine water lines and drain. 1 shower pan
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PP20210902131
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install a new furnace ducting to existing locations up stairs and new locations on the 1st level. venting to outside
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PM20210713953
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Revision to app#201804025255. remodel of 1st floor: convert extg den to storage to new children multi purpose room for in home daycare (15 children or less). remodel extg bathroom nw laundry room replace extg rear yard patio and gravel with sod. remodel of 2nd floor: remodel extg kitchen new bathroom
Valuation:
$1
Permit #:
201912190082
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
All work in apartment # 2: remodel existing bathroom no change in walls and opening layout: remove existing bathroom shower toilet sink tiles replace with new pre-fab shower pan toilet sink and tile. install new can lights in bathroom. (led)
Valuation:
$12,500
Permit #:
201909040592
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Relocate the location of an exterior light and plug. relocate the location of an interior plug and light switch
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
EW202311095072
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
New sub panel. install new lights plugs switches in basement and 2nd floor remodel
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E202406064822
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove & replace (e) 3 wood retaining wall with a new conc wall replace the (e) sliding door at living room
Valuation:
$35,000
Permit #:
202209283348
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Install 4 recessed led's in bedroom install dimmer. install j-box for dinning area light fixtures and install hanging light. install new arc-fault circuit for new lighting
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E201902269424
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of two furnaces installation of ducting and vents
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PM20210902132
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Apartment #2 - revision to 201909040592 install plumbing & ele for w/d vent. install four light in ceiling block install sheetrock
Valuation:
$3,800
Permit #:
201909303077
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
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License Not Verified
| License # | 530673 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Verified License
| License # | 567112 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building, Electrical |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of February 2026.
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100
BuildZoom Score
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| Bonded Agent | Hudson Insurance Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | State Compensation Insurance Fund |
73
Permits
- Building permit records show that Richard Kolby has worked on 73 permitted projects.
Richard Kolby Employees
RK
Richard James Kolby
Owner
TK
Thomas Martin Kolby
Owner