Pool Removal in Richmond, CA
The city demolition permit applied for online through iMS, the shell broken out and hauled away, and compacted fill ready for a patio or lawn.
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Richmond, CA Concrete Contractor, Pavers and Pool Removal
Cicarelli Contractors is a CSLB-licensed general contractor (License #1109419) based in Richmond, California 94805. From Point Richmond to the hills above El Sobrante, we remove pools and concrete, build paver patios, driveways, retaining walls and artificial turf, and file the city permit.
- City of Richmond permits handled
- CSLB License #1109419
Contra Costa County
Our Home Base on the Richmond Shoreline
Richmond is where Cicarelli Contractors is based, so jobs here are the shortest trip our crew makes. Incorporated in 1905, the city sits on the bay in western Contra Costa County, bordering San Pablo, El Cerrito, Albany and Pinole. Homeowners hire us here as a residential concrete and hardscape contractor.
Projects inside city limits go through the Building Division, which takes every application online through its iMS portal. Homes in nearby unincorporated areas, such as El Sobrante, get their permits from Contra Costa County instead.
Local services
Concrete, Pavers and Hardscape From a Local Crew
Looking for a residential concrete contractor, pavers or artificial turf in Richmond? One crew removes the old surface, prepares the base and builds the new one, with the city permit on file.
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Driveways, patios, walkways and old pool decks broken out and replaced, with a compacted base under the new concrete or pavers.
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Richmond Paver Patios and Driveways
Paver patios, driveways and front walks, from Point Richmond to the Annex, laid on a compacted base with clean borders.
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Retaining Walls in Richmond
Block walls for sloped lots; walls over 4 feet from the bottom of the footing, or holding back extra load, go through the city permit.
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Richmond Artificial Turf Installation
A drained, compacted base under a low-water lawn that stays green through dry summers by the bay.
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Patios and Fire Pits in Richmond
Seat walls, fire pits and covered patios that turn a backyard into usable space after the pool or slab is gone.
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Our crew on video
Watch the Crew You Would Hire Here
These clips follow our crew on nearby jobs: a retaining wall in Walnut Creek and pool demolitions in San Ramon, Fremont and Vacaville. The same team and equipment come to your Richmond address.
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Why Homeowners Here Hire a Contractor From Their Own City
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94805
The ZIP code we work from
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Wall height before a permit
Licensed Statewide, Based Here
CSLB License #1109419, B General Building, with an active contractor's bond.
Short Drive, Fast Quote
We are a short drive away, so the visit is quick and the written estimate arrives within 24 hours.
City Permit Through iMS
We prepare the online application for the city and book inspections by phone or portal.
Covered After We Finish
A 1-year workmanship warranty from completion, written into the contract.
Before and after
Before-and-After Yard Makeovers From Our Bay Area Jobs
Drag each slider to compare real Cicarelli jobs from around the Bay Area. The same pool-to-patio and turf work is available to Richmond homeowners.
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BeforeAfterPool Swapped for Turf and a Gazebo
Burlingame · Pool removal, pavers and turf
BeforeAfterA Front Yard That Needs No Mowing
Turf and stepping stones
BeforeAfterPaved Over the Old Pool Spot
Paver patio after pool removal
How a local job runs
From First Visit to City Final in Richmond
One point of contact from the site visit to the final inspection.
Start With A Free Estimate- Step 01
Visit From Nearby
Our crew is based a short drive away, so the site visit is quick to schedule.
- Step 02
Itemized Written Quote
A written estimate with the work, the permit and the order of the job.
- Step 03
Online Permit via iMS
We submit the application and drawings through the city's iMS portal.
- Step 04
Breakout and Compaction
The pool or slab comes out, debris is hauled off and the base is compacted.
- Step 05
Inspections Booked
We schedule inspections through the city line or the iMS portal at each stage.
- Step 06
New Surface, 1-Year Coverage
Pavers, turf or a patio go in, backed by a 1-year workmanship warranty.
Google Reviews From Homeowners Who Hired Our Crew
Two reviews copied word for word from our Google Business Profile.
Andy LiPool demolition
Cicarelli just completed our pool demolition job promptly and professionally. I was very pleased that he was able to start so quickly. And I would recommend him. It was very convenient for me that he was able to text me updates and send me photos along the way of the work done. Super for the great work completed!
Adam FrostVinyl pool & deck demo · Artificial turf
Bernardo from Cicarelli contractors was great to work with. We had our vinyl pool and deck demoed and synthetic grass put in. They took care of all our needs. Thank you Bernardo
Cities Near Richmond We Also Serve
Seven neighbors close to our base, each with its own permit office.
El Cerrito
The hillside city on our southern border, served by two BART stations, El Cerrito Plaza and El Cerrito del Norte. Its permits come from the City of El Cerrito.
Services in El Cerrito
San Pablo
Almost entirely surrounded by Richmond, so it is the closest drive from our base. Yards here fall under the City of San Pablo, not Richmond, for permits.
Services in San Pablo
Pinole
North on I-80, where the shoreline turns to San Pablo Bay. Pinole runs its own building division, so a pool or wall there needs a City of Pinole permit.
Services in Pinole
El Sobrante
The unincorporated hills just east of Richmond along San Pablo Dam Road. With no city government, permits there come from Contra Costa County.
Services in El Sobrante
Hercules
The next bayside city north of Pinole along I-80, incorporated in 1900 as a company town. Permits come from the City of Hercules.
Services in Hercules
Albany
Across the county line in Alameda County, just south of Point Isabel and El Cerrito. Projects there need a City of Albany permit.
Services in Albany
Berkeley
Two cities south, past Albany, with older homes from the flats to the hills. Berkeley reviews permits through its own Permit Service Center.
Services in Berkeley
Richmond and Nearby Cities on the Map
The HQ pin marks our base; the dots are the neighboring cities listed beside the map.
Richmond, CACicarelli Contractors home base
Pins around our base
Permits
Building Permits in Richmond, CA
The City of Richmond Building Division issues building and demolition permits for homes inside city limits, and every application goes through its online iMS portal. A permit is required before you build, alter, repair or demolish any building or structure, and Cicarelli Contractors submits it and books the inspections.
City of Richmond rules to know
- Building permits are required before you construct, erect, enlarge, alter, move, repair, improve, convert or demolish any building or structure, according to the city's obtaining permits page.
- Retaining walls not over 4 feet, measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, are exempt unless they support a surcharge, according to the city's work exempt from permits handout.
- All permit applications are made electronically through the iMS portal, which replaced eTRAKiT, and inspections are scheduled at 510-447-1156 or through the portal, per the Building Division page.
Want to see how other cities handle a pool teardown? Our pool demolition permit guide lines them up side by side.
Local guide
Pool Removal, Concrete and Pavers in Richmond: What to Know
A pool removal or concrete project in Richmond, CA starts with the Building Division, which requires a permit before any building or structure is demolished and takes every application online. As a local hardscape contractor, Cicarelli Contractors prepares the application, removes the pool or slab and builds the patio, driveway or lawn that replaces it.
How do I get a building permit in Richmond, CA?
Apply online through the city's iMS portal, which replaced eTRAKiT. Permits go to property owners, their authorized agents or licensed contractors, and simple permits without drawings can be issued once the documents are verified. Projects with drawings go through plan review first.
Questions go to the Building Division at (510) 620-6868 or permittechs@ci.richmond.ca.us. Cicarelli Contractors prepares the application and drawings for pool removal, concrete and hardscape projects.
Do you need a permit for a retaining wall in Richmond?
Only for taller walls or walls carrying extra load. The city exempts retaining walls up to 4 feet, measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless the wall supports a surcharge such as a slope, driveway or structure behind it. Anything above that needs a permit.
On sloped lots, a wall that also holds back a driveway or patio usually counts as supporting a surcharge. We check the height and load before pricing the wall.
What does pool removal in Richmond involve?
It needs a city demolition permit, applied for online. The pool is drained, the shell is broken out or removed, debris is hauled away, and the hole is backfilled and compacted, with inspections booked through the city at each stage before the final sign-off.
If you plan an ADU or addition over the old pool later, full removal with compacted fill is the safer choice. Read the differences on our pool removal page.
| Topic | Richmond |
|---|---|
| City permit office | Building Division, 450 Civic Center Plaza, 2nd Floor |
| How to apply | Online through iMS (eTRAKiT is no longer in service) |
| Inspections | 510-447-1156 by phone, SMS or the iMS portal |
| Retaining wall exemption | Up to 4 feet from the bottom of the footing, no surcharge |
Updated · By Athalyson Bernardo, Owner of Cicarelli Contractors
Further Reading Before Your Richmond Project
FAQ
Richmond, CA Questions
Ready to Plan Your Richmond Yard?
We are a short drive from any address in town. Call or text Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm, or see the full FAQ.
Call (650) 404-7049Is Cicarelli Contractors based in Richmond, CA?
Yes. Cicarelli Contractors is based in ZIP code 94805 and holds CSLB License #1109419 in the B General Building class. Jobs in town are the shortest trip our crew makes, and every estimate is free and written, after a visit to measure the site.
Who is a good concrete contractor in Richmond, CA?
Look for a licensed contractor you can verify on the CSLB website, written quotes and reviews that describe real jobs. Cicarelli Contractors is a locally based, CSLB-licensed general contractor rated 4.9 on Google, and handles concrete removal and replacement, pavers and the city permit.
Should I pay a contractor 50 percent upfront in California?
No. For a home improvement contract in California, the down payment is limited to 10 percent of the contract price or 1,000 dollars, whichever is less, under CSLB rules. After that, payments should follow the work completed, as written in your contract.
How long does a Richmond building permit take?
It depends on the scope. The city issues most single-trade permits and remodels without drawings once the application documents are verified, while projects with drawings, such as a large retaining wall or an ADU, go through plan review first. Applications are all online through iMS.
What are red flags when hiring a contractor?
A license number you cannot verify with the CSLB, a down payment above 10 percent or 1,000 dollars, cash-only deals, no written contract, pressure to sign the same day, or a request that you pull the permit yourself as an owner-builder. Any of these is a reason to walk away.
How can I get a free quote for a Richmond address?
Call or text (650) 404-7049, Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm, or send photos of your yard and your address through the free estimate form. We visit, measure and send a written quote within 24 hours.