Updated: May 30, 2026
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1862 RAINBOW DRIVE, Santa Ana, CA, 92705
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Sam Richards Construction
Serving Santa Ana and nearby Orange County areas, Sam Richards Construction specializes in residential remodeling and general construction services. With 24 years of industry experience, the company provides expertise in home renovations, additions, and interior and exterior upgrades for single-family homes. Sam Richards Construction manages a range of project types, from kitchen and bathroom remodels to larger-scale home improvement and repair work. The company works closely with homeowners to deliver construction solutions tailored to each property’s needs and project goals. With over two decades active in the Santa Ana market, Sam Richards Construction is familiar with the requirements of local permitting and building codes, helping clients navigate the renovation process smoothly.
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Sam Richards Construction Contact Information
Phone Number: (714) 743-0069
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Sam Richards Construction Santa Ana
Quality
100
87th percentile
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Activity
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1 project
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2024 |
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4 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Sam Richards Construction has worked on at least
5.0 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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New Constructions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Sam Richards Construction mostly works on
new construction
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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Building Permits by Sam Richards Construction
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Tenant improvement. improvements to existing space removal of two walls rearrange restroom layout new partitions new kitchen and serving counter new sinks and prep areas new water heater new grease trap new air ducts new electrical lights. no added square footage and no change in occupancy (937 sq.ft.)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B23-0832
Status:
complete
Fee:
$75,706
Permit Type:
Tenant improvemen...
Building Type:
N/A
Mira mesa. building electrical mechanical permits for a proposed tenant improvement to convert (1) (3) (e) offices into (1) cold room on the first floor of a 3-story (e) research and lab building. along with a (n) condensing unit. work to include: minor demolish walls ceiling and lighting work window/door removal and the associated meps. il-2-1 esls/mcas miramar pcd98-1199 & cup 89-05... see more
Valuation:
$175,000
Permit #:
2206923
Status:
complete
Fee:
$2,323
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Addition a 125 amp sub panel and addition laundry drain
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
W22-1057
Status:
complete
Fee:
$387
Permit Type:
Combo
Building Type:
N/A
No-plan - residential - combination mech/elec/plum
2021-04-19
Upgrade existing electrical panel to 200amp
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PMT-3097980
Status:
complete
Fee:
$362
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
No-plan - residential - combination mech/elec/plum
2021-01-08
No-plan - residential - combination mech/elec/plum:7476/gloaming
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PMT-3089163
Status:
complete
Fee:
$484
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Otay mesa-nestor: combination building permit for the conversion of the existing family room and laundry room into the proposed jadu in existing single family residence
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PRJ-1086914
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,285
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Torrey pines. combination permit for the proposed addition and remodel to (e)sdu
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PRJ-1071260
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,058
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Deferred fire alarm for project 619790 approval #2206923 (0 - heads) per affidavit
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
2230002
Status:
complete
Fee:
$277
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Greater north park. building electrical mechanical & plumbing permits for interior improvements of an existing commercial building to change use to a new restaurant and brewery. work to include partial demolish for new layout at basement main and mezzanine levels to contain restrooms eating areas bar storage cellar and cold rooms for beer production. new conveyor lift and stair reloca... see more
Valuation:
$601,860
Permit #:
1513628
Status:
complete
Fee:
$8,673
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Rancho bernardo building permit electrical mechanical and plumbing permit. scope of work is to addition and renovated an existing single story restaurant buldings and addition a new patio. addition and renovation includes new interior and exterior walls new door and windows new roofing finishes kitchen and bar equipment. work inlcudes new plumbing hvac and electrical work withing this... see more
Valuation:
$1,284,550
Permit #:
1492146
Status:
complete
Fee:
$33,717
Permit Type:
Add/alt nonres bu...
Building Type:
N/A
Black mountain ranch- building mep permits for the remodeling of existing shell space to convert it to new resturant work include new partitions walls new dining area new kitchen area with hoods new walk-in cooler 2 new restroom and new exterior patio trellis mechanical electrical and plumbing work base zone cc-3-5 esl geo haz 53 pdp 49-7493 sdp 49-7494
Valuation:
$191,425
Permit #:
1775949
Status:
complete
Fee:
$407
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Port district - building electrical mechanical and plumbing permits for interior/exterior remodel at an existing restaurant suite at the old police headquarters. work includes new non structural partition walls. new lighting. patio improvements. unzoned, port district geo haz 31. work is on 1st level only. demolish permit under separate permit project #444167
Valuation:
$181,534
Permit #:
1586231
Status:
complete
Fee:
$4,501
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Const chg to 506990 approvals #1775949 #1775951 #1775952 and #1775954. delta 1=modify electrical panel a modify gas line new floor sink and hose bibb reconfigure non-bearing walls sheet m1 notes changed clarify existing interior slab. sheets cs-1 a-1.2 a-1.3 a-2.0 a-2.1 a-2.2 a-3.0 a-6.0 a-7.0 e1 e2 e3 t-24-3 t-24-4 m1 p1 p2 p3 sp1 s2 and s2.1
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1853724
Status:
issued
Fee:
$433
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Construction change to project 432682 approval 1513628. changes include modifying entry area by relocating doors expanding the electrical room into the brewers office area and adding a new concrete slab throughout the main floor with modified associated details all as shown per revised delta 5 sheets t1 a2.2 s1.3 s3.1 s3.2 s4.0 & s4.1
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
1651170
Status:
issued
Fee:
$317
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Linda vista: building mechanical & electrical permits for the interior remodel to a suite in an existing office and classrooms building at usd. work includes demolish and construction of interior walls new suspended ceiling hvac and new electrical work. zone: rs-1-7 brush management esl cup 92-2568/cup 90-0175
Valuation:
$115,500
Permit #:
1296269
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,573
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Barrio logan - building approval to remove approx. 7'-5 x 42'-7 easterly portion of existing one-story restaurant dining area remove existing existing two-story exterior play structure addition parking spaces adjust existing drive thru driveway slope to exit to alley row remodel entire existing building. exterior areas and interior dining room remodel. blpd-subd-b coastal-city geo haz 13
Valuation:
$238,350
Permit #:
868602
Status:
complete
Fee:
$4,384
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Torrey pines. combination permit for the proposed addition and remodel to (e)sdu
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
PMT-3176422
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,595
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Barrio logan; building permit for tenant improvement work to include: new full height wood framed demising walls new concrete slab no mechanical elect or plumbing work for vacant tenant space to an existing 1-story commercial shell building zoned: blpd-redvlp-sub/cstl overlay city/geo. hazard 13/space# 105
Valuation:
$4,284
Permit #:
1198011
Status:
complete
Fee:
$988
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Rancho bernardo - building electrical mechanical and plumbing permits for a new beer manufacturing plant with tasting area at an existing commercial building. work includes office area cold box and indoor tanks. no exterior work to be done on permit. zone ih-2-1 geo haz 27 abc zoning affidavit pts 406798
Valuation:
$857,080
Permit #:
1434695
Status:
complete
Fee:
$14,234
Permit Type:
Add/alt tenant im...
Building Type:
N/A
Otay mesa-nestor: combination building permit for the conversion of the existing family room and laundry room into the proposed jadu in existing single family residence
Valuation:
$45,923
Permit #:
PMT-3209166
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,651
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 537375 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | Cabinet, Millwork And Finish Carpentry |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Verified License
| License # | 771832 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | Flooring And Floor Covering, Tile (Ceramic And Mosaic), General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Verified License
| License # | 803375 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 450696 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | Cabinet, Millwork And Finish Carpentry |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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100
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | State National Insurance Company Inc |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Norguard Insurance Company |
74
Permits
- Building permit records show that Sam Richards Construction has worked on 74 permitted projects.
Sam Richards Construction Employees
DR
Darwin Allan Richards
Rmo / Ceo / Pres
LR
Lynda Elizabeth Richards
Officer
RK
Richard Edward Krecklow
Owner
SR
Samuel Willard Richards
Owner