Updated: Jul 03, 2026
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Address
3070 KEMER BLVD UNIT G, San Rafael, CA, 94901
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Vonnegut Thoreau Construction
Vonnegut Thoreau Construction, 3070 Kemer Blvd, Rafael, CA (Employees: Justin Ray Robert Garibaldi and Matthew Patrick Joyce) holds a General Building license and 4 other licenses according to the California license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 114 ranks in the top 2% of 336,931 California licensed contractors.
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Vonnegut Thoreau Construction Contact Information
Phone Number: (415) 786-7588
Address: 3070 KEMER BLVD UNIT G, Rafael, CA 94901
Vonnegut Thoreau Construction Rafael
Quality
114
98th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Vonnegut Thoreau Construction has a BuildZoom score of 114, which places them above 98% of 336,931 contractors in California.
Activity
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4 projects
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2025 |
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5 projects
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2024 |
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6 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Vonnegut Thoreau Construction has worked on at least
15.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
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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6 projects
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Multi-room remodels |
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6 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Vonnegut Thoreau Construction mostly works on
kitchen remodel
and multi-room remodel
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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$5k-$20k |
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5 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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3 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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2 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
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2 projects
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$500k-$1mil |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $47,608. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Vonnegut Thoreau Construction
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Remodel of (e)2 story building & interior remodelthroughtout, including re-build & expansion of (e)noncompliant 3rd floor.relocation of exterior stairs @ rear & expansion of rear volume @ 1st fl within setback.rear volume to become conditioned space. 1st floor to become 2nd unit. 3rd fl vert addition & horiz
Valuation:
$750,000
Permit #:
202211176785
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
To convert the existing basement into the bedroom bathroom and family room. 960 square feet dof conditioned space. to replace existing stairs with code compliant new stairs. new exterior deck and stairs down to the backyard
Valuation:
$240,352
Permit #:
202507211275
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Interior remodel, infill portion of(e)deck with (n) conditioned space @ second floor only and(n)roof over conditioned space demolish(e)garage bay @ ground fl level only (n) garage door & wall to align w/(e)facade above addition @ north west corner of building. remove(e)deck at rear 13"-11"portion
Valuation:
$600,000
Permit #:
201710131186
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Replace (e)dry rotted frame below front stoop. (n) gas inserts at 2(e) fireplaces. restore orig window size at 1 location at front facade. reconfig int walls at 2nd lvl. (n)master suite & laundry room. remove paritial ht partitions at 3rd lvl remove bathroom (n) wet bar. upgrade electr plumbing fixtures
Valuation:
$300,000
Permit #:
201907085286
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Interior remodel of an existing building including new interior stair connecting 1st and 2nd floor and foundation replacement
Valuation:
$370,000
Permit #:
202206176579
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Renovation of 2nd floor bathroom. cabinet installation in 2nd floor bedroom. window replacement on west & north (non street facing) sides. 12 windows total. all work in kind
Valuation:
$40,000
Permit #:
202102164682
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Remodel e 5316 sf 4 story 3 unit residential w 2 car garage. new exterior windows 2nd and 3rd floor. 3rd fl new kitchen area new elec/lighting.new powder room new bathroom. 4th fl: new master bedroom and master bathroom. new powder room
Valuation:
$175,000
Permit #:
202007230748
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Infill of lightwells near west & east property line.rear addition to 1st & 2nd fl.remodel of kitchens relocation of bathroom on 1st floor.new master bathroom on 2nd floor. reconfig (n) rear stairs and addition of patio. update window schedules (a400) skylights (a400, a001) and reconfig windows 1/f
Valuation:
$427,000
Permit #:
202002245246
Status:
filed
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Revision to bpa# 202112134325 to include the following: extend the 1/f at the rear of building. create a deck at the 2/f. fix foundation as needed. rearrange stair on the lower unit. adding & replacing (n) windows as needed
Valuation:
$22,000
Permit #:
202205134234
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
Construct (n) 334 sq ft. roof deck at 4th floor of (e) 5, 316 sq ft 3-unit building. roof deck to serve unit 3349. no (n) area added to (e) dwelling. (n) interiors work under pa 202007230748
Valuation:
$52,000
Permit #:
202012311987
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Remove and replace drywall addition plaster finish. hardwood floors to be replaced. install gas fireplace appliance in (e) fireplace to replace (e) unit. direct-vent type fireplace only
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
202111102184
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Replace (e) french door w (n) bifold door at rear of house. not street visible. ufactor-.3 shgc-.25 no structural change. same location & same size
Valuation:
$9,000
Permit #:
202406144551
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Kitchen remodel: countertops and appliances. 1- bathroom: retile due to water damage
Valuation:
$45,215
Permit #:
202507241540
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Kitchen remodel- new cabinets tile and countertops. replace lighting receptacles and fixtures in kind
Valuation:
$40,000
Permit #:
202203240778
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
Window replacement none on front of building. all work at rear not street-visible. replace (e) doors and windows w aluminum clad in same location
Valuation:
$22,000
Permit #:
202108025554
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
Revision to pa # 2024-0513-1955. remove depressed slab & drain from scope. install two walkable skylights on roof deck
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
202408128404
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
27 - 1 family dwe...
New 2story 4163sf six bedroom/4.5 bathroom sfd; 1 bedroom/1 bathroom at basement 1bedroom 1.5 bathroom on 1st level 4 bedrooms and 2 bathroom on 2nd level. (e) single family dwelling on same lot entire demolish under rb1704216 11.18.21 revision 4 change interior layout bathroom closest on the basement floor removed fireplace changed window and door type on 2nd floor and bathroom close... see more
Valuation:
$900,000
Permit #:
RB1705067
Status:
final
Fee:
$51,317
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Unit 101: kitchen and 2 bathroom remodel update electrical replace fireplace with gas insert
Valuation:
$70,000
Permit #:
202412116626
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
#7: new kitchen cabinetry and drywall work. new bathroom cabinetry + drywall + fixture replacement. kitchen and bathroom to be remodeled are existing
Valuation:
$30,000
Permit #:
202101062161
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
24 - apartments
To comply with nov: 201414942 & 201576552: remove and replace roof 3rd floor joist walls as shown rebuild same. seismic retrofit. remodel (e) structure interior. all new mep. maher na
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
201602038763
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
28 - 2 family dwe...
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Verified License
| License # | 970787 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of February 2026.
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Verified License
| License # | CA970787 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- BuildZoom has not verified this license since June, 2015.
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Inactive License
| License # | NAT-F111237-1 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Inactive License
| License # | 903690 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Corporation |
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Inactive License
| License # | 1018267 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- According to the California Contractors State License Board, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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114
BuildZoom Score
Bonded
| Bonded Agent | American Contractors Indemnity Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | Falls Lake Fire & Casualty Company |
94
Permits
- Building permit records show that Vonnegut Thoreau Construction has worked on 94 permitted projects.
Vonnegut Thoreau Construction Employees
JG
Justin Ray Robert Garibaldi
General Partner
MJ
Matthew Patrick Joyce
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