Updated: May 02, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
1606 80TH AVENUE, Oakland, CA, 94621
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Richards Best Builder Construction
Serving clients throughout Oakland, Richards Best Builder brings a decade of experience to residential construction and remodeling projects in the area. The company handles a range of home improvement needs, including kitchen updates, bathroom remodels, and general home renovations. With a focus on working directly with homeowners, Richards Best Builder manages projects from initial planning through final completion. The company's portfolio features projects in neighborhoods across Oakland, emphasizing practical layouts and functional design. Richards Best Builder leverages knowledge gained from ten years in the local building industry to navigate city permitting requirements and ensure each project aligns with client goals and regional building codes. The firm specializes in updating older homes with modern materials and layouts suited to contemporary living.
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Richards Best Builder Contact Information
Phone Number: (510) 318-2463
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Address: 1606 80TH AVENUE, Oakland, CA 94621
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Richards Best Builder Oakland
Quality
103
90th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Richards Best Builder has a BuildZoom score of 103, which places them above 90% of 336,931 contractors in California.
Activity
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2 projects
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2025 |
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2 projects
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2024 |
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3 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Richards Best Builder has worked on at least
7.0 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.
Experience
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3 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Richards Best Builder mostly works on
kitchen remodel
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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< $5k |
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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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2 projects
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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 Richards Best Builder
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To remodel hall bathroom & master bathroom. to convert (e) room into a walk-in closet for the master bedroom. to r/r sliding glass door and (2) windows in kitchen. replace (e) subpanel. reference kitchen remodel to express record bld2024-05595
Valuation:
$42,000
Permit #:
BLD2025-01399
Status:
triage
Fee:
$867
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchen and bathroom remodel. cabinets upgrade. replacement of plumbing fixtures. upgrade of existing electric outlets to be gfci. upgrade tile floor for bathroom 1 kitchen and shower walls. lay out to be the same (no hanges). no new wall & no (e)wall relocation. new lighting comply cec 150.0(k)3 & (k)5
Valuation:
$34,000
Permit #:
202204152355
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
One kitchen remodel - remove (e) cabinets countertops appliances light fixtures plumbing fixtures flooring and baseboards from the kitchen area. upgrade cabinets floors and fixtures. addition new recessed lights on ceiling upgrade electrical subpanel in the garage to addition more circuits
Valuation:
$27,000
Permit #:
202106253202
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Kitchen cabinet upgrade new recessed lights and electrical receptacles around countertop area. replace appliances
Valuation:
$48,600
Permit #:
BLD2024-05595
Status:
issued
Fee:
$914
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Upgrade existing subpanel from 90 amps to 125 amps. upgrade main panel to 200 amps. other work being performed by contractor on bldg-2022-01550
Valuation:
$12,400
Permit #:
BLDG-2022-02059
Status:
final
Fee:
$232
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
55 sq. ft. addition and kitchen remodel
Valuation:
$215,000
Permit #:
D220143
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,828
Permit Type:
Add/alter single ...
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of new plumbing fixtures in kitchen and vanity. sink & faucet upgrade in bathroom. addition of new led recessed lights in kitchen area
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E202106303902
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Shower walls restoration remove existing shower tiles wall and prepare for new tile wall installation. replacing of shower valve faucet. upgrade regular electric outlet to be a new gfci. bathroom approx 5'x8. all work in kind
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
202008131676
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Repair sidewalk only: note: ***before any work in right of way please call 510-238-3860 forty-eight hours in advance. applicant is subject to fine if work is started without scheduling a pre-inspection*** repair sidewalk to city standards (maximum 2%). if working within 25 feet of a monument you must comply with state law 8771 contact the inspector prior to starting excavation: minimu... see more
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
CGS1901218
Status:
issued
Fee:
$474
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Installation of new plumbing fixtures in kitchen and vanity. sink and faucet upgrade in bathroom
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PP20210630575
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Stucco repairs break off stucco arond a window to install new water proof paper and seal properly around window due of leak when raining. this work is only a part section on back of the house
Valuation:
$15,200
Permit #:
201909101251
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Scope remains the same. minor changes have been discussed with val during pre-submittal meeting
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2024-08587-001
Status:
triage
Fee:
$1,283
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
R/r 2 sliding doors (like for like)
Valuation:
$2,400
Permit #:
B23-0994
Status:
final
Fee:
$201
Permit Type:
Alterations
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchen/bath update/srv upgrd no walls moving
Valuation:
$20,000
Permit #:
B23-0459
Status:
final
Fee:
$924
Permit Type:
Alterations
Building Type:
N/A
Bathroom renovation: replace (e) tub with shower
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PP20200807458
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
(rbc) - building residential combo alteration- 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
2020-03-16
Stucco and flashing repair and replacement at rear of single family dwelling
Valuation:
$8,600
Permit #:
RBC1904440
Status:
final
Fee:
$512
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
(rbc) - building residential combo alteration- 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
2020-03-16
Stucco and dry rot repair to match existing exterior stucco
Valuation:
$3,200
Permit #:
RBC1905369
Status:
final
Fee:
$353
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Permit name: multi family - kitchen and bathroom remodel
Valuation:
$27,500
Permit #:
B1801-091
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,531
Permit Type:
Multifam
Building Type:
N/A
Kitchen & bathroom update: replace insude house
Valuation:
$40,600
Permit #:
B19-1037
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,433
Permit Type:
Alterations
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel 3 bathrooms layout the same replacing plumbing/electrical fixtures shower walls tiles and floor. upgrade 2 bathroom tubs to new walk in shower. new exhaust fan in each bathroom
Valuation:
$62,920
Permit #:
BLDG-2022-01550
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 1014668 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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103
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Suretec Indemnity Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | State Compensation Insurance Fund |
24
Permits
- Building permit records show that Richards Best Builder has worked on 24 permitted projects.
Richards Best Builder Employees
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Jose Ricardo Sanchez
Owner