Updated: Mar 28, 2026
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P O BOX 138, Tahoe Vista, CA, 96148
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Sawtooth Builders Construction
Since 1998, Sawtooth Builders Inc has specialized in custom home construction throughout the Lake Tahoe area, including Tahoe Vista and Truckee. The company’s primary focus is mountain home building, drawing on decades of experience navigating the unique permitting and design challenges of the Tahoe Basin. In addition to new residential projects, Sawtooth Builders has completed commercial remodels, lake piers, signage, and a range of log structures. Projects are managed with the support of experienced local architects, engineers, and interior designers, and reliable subcontractors are used for specialized work. Sawtooth Builders’ team consists of skilled carpenters familiar with the needs of both new construction and remodeling projects unique to the mountain environment.
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Phone Number: (530) 412-2977
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Address: P O BOX 138, Tahoe Vista, CA 96148
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Sawtooth Builders Inc Tahoe Vista
Quality
100
87th percentile
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Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
Our building permit records indicate that Sawtooth Builders Inc has worked on at least
1.0 project over the past year.
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Pricing
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
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Building Permits by Sawtooth Builders Inc
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Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2025-10-06
Trpa exempt (windows being replaced are not visible from lake) update interior finishes renovate existing kitchen replace existing windows and sliding glass doors and replace existing hvac system # windows being replaced: 11 frame type: wood retrofit windows: yes size changes: no
Valuation:
$111,017
Permit #:
BLD23-07473
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,699
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Commercial: full review - new structures tenant improvements and accessories
2021-06-29
Trpa@trpa • addition a new pavement and sidewalk heating system • addition walls between existing supporting columns of existing roof to create a new mechanical laundry room. no increase to existing floor area commercial energy compliance forms required at final- see sheets g2.1-g2.6 special inspection required per s1.1 structural observation required per s1.1 revisions approved 8-19-... see more
Valuation:
$403,000
Permit #:
BLD21-01786
Status:
expired
Fee:
$8,357
Permit Type:
New
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: full review - new home - greater than 3, 000 sq ft or above 5, 000 ft elevation
2019-08-29
Addition remodel basement bathroom and kitchen total remodel----------------------400sf addition living master bath-------------126sf addition living kitchen------------------131sf total new living---------------------257sf addition basement------------------------126sf new covered deck-------------------32sf adding two new tankless waterheaters per correction notice- rl 2/21/19 defer... see more
Valuation:
$94,647
Permit #:
BLD16-03419
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,486
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling------5697 sqft garage------1034 sqft cov. porch-------1462 sqft deck---------564 sqft 3rd party outsourced broadspec spa permit 14-01558 & fp 14-01557 additional permit required for outdoor kitchen so & si req. (see sheet so.1) deferred submittal for fire sprinklers hers req wui 9-26-14 - sewer back water valve required unless proven other wise 4/28/15----revise... see more
Valuation:
$1,015,991
Permit #:
BLD14-01556
Status:
complete
Fee:
$20,237
Permit Type:
New
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2021-12-09
Gas test
Valuation:
$950
Permit #:
BLD21-07355
Status:
expired
Fee:
$155
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: full review - additions adu accessory structures pools remodel demolish generators and
2017-05-10
Water damage remodel interior remodel (2) bathrooms (1) kitchen repair water damage replace (2) water heaters new electrical remodel--------------1, 412sf water efficient water fixtures smoke carbon detectors required qe activity
Valuation:
$139,125
Permit #:
BLD16-03188
Status:
complete
Fee:
$1,801
Permit Type:
Alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: full review - new home - greater than 3, 000 sq ft or above 5, 000 ft elevation
2010-08-27
Single family dwelling garage deck living---------1420 garage------ 990 porch--------- 72 deck----------72 **additional inspection fee paid 8/29/11** chapter 7a applies deferred truss calculations require appproval prior to frame inspection trpa under county mou
Valuation:
$211,582
Permit #:
0700 38930.10
Status:
final
Fee:
$28,713
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition -living 1350 sfgarage 636 sfdeck 302 sfcov deck 48 sfreroof -tear off woodshakes install me
Valuation:
$227,190
Permit #:
46507.12
Status:
OPEN
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel-residentialbathroom remodel replace ceiling on lower level and insulate between upper and l
Valuation:
$15,594
Permit #:
53398.13
Status:
OPEN
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: full review - additions accessory structures pools demolish generators and other
2008-08-18
2007 cbc code - 7a required reroof permit for: install comparable tear off and install minimum class a roofing assembly required the roof covering installed on the structure identified above must be installed per the manufacturer's requirements for installation contract $: 10000
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
0740 30769.08
Status:
final
Fee:
$154
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: full review - new home - less than 3, 000 sq ft and below 5, 000 ft elevation
2012-06-26
Addition - living 1350 sf garage 636 sf deck 302 sf cov deck 48 sf reroof -tear off woodshakes install metal roof color- green trpa by mou (project) **2 extra inspection fees paid 3-31-14** **reinspection fee paid 10/23/13 for partial roof**
Valuation:
$227,191
Permit #:
0730 46507.12
Status:
final
Fee:
$12,527
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2014-12-09
Address is 6253 river rd not 6251. awc complete permit 122712.07: inspections: 1. rough emp (frame passed) 2. insulation 3. drywall/shower pan gas test house 4. final 2001 cbc
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
506427
Status:
complete
Fee:
$637
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling garage deckliving---------1420 garage------ 990porch--------- 72deck-------
Valuation:
$211,581
Permit #:
38930.10
Status:
DONE
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Deck repairreplace decking repair guard rail and pickets rail height ok to remain at 36"deck------
Valuation:
$200
Permit #:
38635.10
Status:
N/A
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel existing swimming poolnew tile replaster new decking gas line and electrical for pool
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
39713.10
Status:
DONE
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Garage addition deckssq ft as follows: garage-792 porch35 deck-593contract price: $45, 000-
Valuation:
$45,000
Permit #:
121519.06
Status:
DONE
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
2007 cbc code - 7a requiredreroof permit for: install comptear off and install minimum class a roofi
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
30769.08
Status:
DONE
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling living---------2286sf garage------502sf porch---------78sf deck----------191sf
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
499127
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: full review - new home - less than 3, 000 sq ft and below 5, 000 ft elevation
2010-07-09
Addition <3000 master bath------------203 covered kit---------------155 porch---------------------------412 and 3 bathroom remodels
Valuation:
$38,879
Permit #:
0730 38290.10
Status:
final
Fee:
$771
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Residential: limited review - electrical mechanical plumbing roof solar etc
2010-10-28
Remodel existing swimming pool new tile replaster new decking gas line and electrical for pool
Valuation:
$4,000
Permit #:
0770 39713.10
Status:
final
Fee:
$326
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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| License # | 772376 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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| Bonded Agent | American Contractors Indemnity Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Falls Lake Fire & Casualty Company |
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Permits
- Building permit records show that Sawtooth Builders Inc has worked on 19 permitted projects.
Sawtooth Builders Inc Employees
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Rand William Carter Jr
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Sherie Marie Carter
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