Updated: Jun 27, 2026
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204 RICHARDSON DR, Mill Valley, CA, 94949
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Smollen the Builder Construction
Based in Mill Valley, Smollen the Builder has been serving residential clients throughout Marin County for 14 years. The company’s project portfolio includes whole-home remodels, kitchen and bathroom renovations, and new home construction with a focus on sustainability. Smollen the Builder undertakes both custom home building and additions, delivering projects in neighborhoods such as Mill Valley, Larkspur, and Tiburon. The firm utilizes environmentally friendly building materials and modern construction methods, and is equipped to manage historic restorations as well as contemporary updates. Smollen the Builder’s principal oversees all phases of construction, coordinate sub-contractors, and ensures projects meet local code requirements. The company’s experience ranges from updating classic Marin homes to executing ground-up construction for new residences.
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Phone Number: (949) 495-5247
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Address: 204 RICHARDSON DR, Mill Valley, CA 94949
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Quality
96
80th percentile
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Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Smollen the Builder has worked on at least
2.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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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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Siding replacement remove 1/2 eichler plywood siding and replace w 1/2 structural 1 plywood nailed off 6 on the edges 12 with 10d galvanized nails. install vp100 weather barrier as per manufactures instructions. install azek 1x3 t&g (wui approved) as per manufactures instructions. flash accordingly
Valuation:
$9,000
Permit #:
B34104
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Residential
***code case****res bldg; exterior wall on patio for privacy
Valuation:
$3,250
Permit #:
B2025-1037
Status:
plancheck
Fee:
$486
Permit Type:
Other
Building Type:
N/A
Rmdl 2 bathroom kitchen and utility room t.d. 6-16-20
Valuation:
$82,000
Permit #:
165199
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
Residential
Addition 53 sqft & remodel
Valuation:
$326,500
Permit #:
BR16-157
Status:
final
Fee:
$3,704
Permit Type:
Remodel/alteration
Building Type:
N/A
Interior remodel & addition to existing mstr bedroom
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B1704-066
Status:
final
Fee:
$10,534
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
Replace beam at carport
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B1904-098
Status:
final
Fee:
$327
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
Interior remodel & addition to existing mstr bedroom
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P1706-029
Status:
final
Fee:
$348
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
Interior remodel & addition to existing mstr bedroom
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
M1706-012
Status:
final
Fee:
$102
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
Interior remodel & addition to existing mstr bedroom
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E1706-034
Status:
final
Fee:
$155
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
The coastal development permit no. 1545147 was approved through a process two decision by the development services department on february 5, 2016. the permit no. 1545147 was recorded at the county recorder's office as doc#2016-0128789 on march 23, 2016.
Valuation:
$0
Permit #:
1545147
Status:
Issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition 99 sq ft to sfdwl 300 sq ft to deck remodel family 596 sq ft kitchen 171 sq ft re-roof 4 squares revision #1 (02/05/2013): addition 19 sq ft bay window to front of residence. issued on 3/4/2013
Valuation:
$125,000
Permit #:
12070060
Status:
Closed
Fee:
$4,618
Permit Type:
Single family dwe...
Building Type:
N/A
Create new full bathroom in place of existing closet in master bedroom
Valuation:
$15,000
Permit #:
B2016-1342
Status:
final
Fee:
$365
Permit Type:
Res-oss
Building Type:
N/A
#scanned# tear off all existing siding. repair non-structural dry rot. install new sheet siding
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD2015-01037
Status:
final
Fee:
$500
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Retroactive kitchen & 2 baths (rbr)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B1603-052
Status:
final
Fee:
$3,396
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
Garage addition
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
B1604-082
Status:
expired
Fee:
$2,612
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
Retroactive kitchen & 2 baths (rbr)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P1605-019
Status:
final
Fee:
$102
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
Retroactive kitchen & 2 baths (rbr)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E1605-025
Status:
final
Fee:
$102
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
(23) sheetrock be
Valuation:
$10,000
Permit #:
153945
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Retroactive kitchen & 2 bathrooms (rbr)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
N/A
Status:
N/A
Fee:
$102
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Interior remodel & front entry courtyard
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
M1805-078
Status:
canceled
Fee:
$125
Permit Type:
Alter-sfd
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 968840 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 125379 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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96
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Western Surety Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Norguard Insurance Company |
13
Permits
- Building permit records show that Smollen the Builder has worked on 13 permitted projects.
Smollen the Builder Employees
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Craig Scott Smollen
Sole Owner
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John C Smollen
Sole Owner