Solano Pool Demolition and Fill
Pools broken out and hauled away, then backfilled and compacted for a patio, lawn or future build, with inspections booked through eTRAKiT.
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Concrete Work in Vallejo: Driveways, Pavers and Pool Demolition
Cicarelli Contractors is a CSLB-licensed general contractor (License #1109419) that crosses the Carquinez Bridge to work in Solano County's largest city. From Glen Cove and Hiddenbrooke to the older streets near downtown, we break out concrete and pools, pour or pave the replacement and handle the city permit.
- City eTRAKiT permits and inspections handled
- CSLB License #1109419
Solano County
A Waterfront City Across the Carquinez Strait
The city was founded in 1851 on General Mariano Vallejo's Rancho Suscol and served as the state capital from 1852 to 1853. The Mare Island Naval Shipyard, founded in 1854, shaped the local economy until the turn of the 21st century. Today it is the second largest city in the North Bay, on the shore of San Pablo Bay.
For our crew, the trip is north on Interstate 80 across the Carquinez Bridge. Projects inside city limits go to the Building Division at City Hall, which takes applications and inspection requests through eTRAKiT and a phone line.
Concrete and hardscape
Driveways, Slabs and Yards Rebuilt by One Crew
Need concrete in Vallejo removed or replaced? We break out the old driveway, patio or pool, compact a new base and finish it in concrete, pavers or turf, with the city permit filed when the job needs one.
Get A Free EstimateConcrete Removal and Replacement
Cracked driveways, patios and walkways broken out and replaced over a compacted base, in fresh concrete or pavers.
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Charcoal and Gray Paver Driveways
Paver driveways and patios that handle car traffic, set on a compacted base with edge restraints that keep the pattern tight.
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Lit Retaining Walls for Hillside Lots
Block retaining walls, some with built-in lights, that hold back slopes and create level yard space on hillside lots.
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Turf With Clean Paver Borders
Artificial turf framed by paver borders, on a drained base that keeps it flat and green through hot Solano summers.
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Covered Patios and Outdoor Kitchens
Covered patios, outdoor kitchens and seat walls built on the space a pool or old slab used to fill.
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Videos from our jobs
From Vacaville Pools to Walnut Creek Walls, on Video
Two clips come from Vacaville, a pool demolition and a pool turned into outdoor living, plus a pool demolition in San Ramon and a retaining wall in Walnut Creek. The same crew and machines work in Vallejo.
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What Sets Our Crew Apart on a Concrete Job
4.9★
Rated on Google across 45 reviews
1851
Year the city was founded
1109419
Our CSLB license number
State License and Bond
Licensed by the CSLB as a B General Building contractor, #1109419, with an active bond.
Written Estimate in 24 Hours
Once we have measured the site, your itemized quote arrives within 24 hours.
eTRAKiT and IVR Handled
We file the permit and request inspections online or through the city's IVR line.
Warranty in the Contract
Our 1-year workmanship warranty is written into every contract and starts at completion.
Before and after
Compare the Before and After of Three Real Jobs
Drag the slider across each photo. These Cicarelli projects were built in other Bay Area cities, and homeowners here can book the same work.
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BeforeAfterA Patio Where the Pool Used to Be
Pool removal finished in pavers
BeforeAfterPool Replaced by Turf, Pavers and Shade
Burlingame · Pool removal, turf and a gazebo
BeforeAfterLoose Gravel Swapped for a Clean Yard
Turf and pavers over a new base
The job, start to finish
What Happens Between the First Call and the Final Sign-Off
A single contact keeps you updated from the estimate to the inspector's last visit.
Start With A Free Estimate- Step 01
Site Measurement
We measure the slab or pool, check access for equipment and plan the haul-off.
- Step 02
Itemized Quote in Writing
The work, permit needs and job order arrive in writing within 24 hours.
- Step 03
Permit Filed in eTRAKiT
We apply online and keep the printed permit card on site for the inspector.
- Step 04
Breakout and Haul-Off
Concrete or the pool shell is broken up and removed, and the base compacted.
- Step 05
Inspections by Portal or Phone
We request each inspection by 3 pm the day before, online or by IVR.
- Step 06
Finished Surface, Covered One Year
Concrete, pavers or turf go in, with our 1-year workmanship warranty.
Two Reviews From Our Google Profile, Unedited
Copied word for word from Google. These customers hired us in the Bay Area; the reviews do not say where they live.
Marcos GynDrainage installation
very good work, drainage was perfect, works very well.
Tim McGawPool demolition
Did a great job of demolishing old pool! Would hire again.
Cities Around the Carquinez Strait and Napa River
Two Solano neighbors, two Napa County cities to the north and three Contra Costa cities across the water.
Benicia
The next city east along the strait, on Interstate 780. Benicia runs its own building division for permits.
Free estimate in Benicia
American Canyon
Directly north on Highway 29, just over the Napa County line. The City of American Canyon issues permits for its homes.
Free estimate in American Canyon
Napa
Farther up Highway 29 along the Napa River, the seat of Napa County. Projects in town are permitted by the City of Napa, not the county.
Free estimate in Napa
Fairfield
Northeast on Interstate 80, the Solano County seat. Homes inside Fairfield get their permits from the City of Fairfield.
Free estimate in Fairfield
Hercules
South across the Carquinez Bridge on the Contra Costa shore. A yard project in Hercules is filed with that city, not Contra Costa County.
Services in Hercules
Pinole
A little farther south on I-80, along San Pablo Bay in Contra Costa County. Pinole issues permits through its own city office.
Services in Pinole
Martinez
Across the strait from Benicia, reached by the Benicia-Martinez Bridge. The Contra Costa county seat issues its own city permits.
Free estimate in Martinez
Permits
Getting a Building Permit in Vallejo
The City of Vallejo Building Division handles plan checking, permits and inspections for all buildings and structures inside city limits. Applications go through the eTRAKiT online portal, and either the owner, as an owner-builder, or a California licensed contractor can obtain the permit. Cicarelli Contractors files it and schedules every inspection.
What the Building Division asks of every job
- The Building Division provides plan checking, permitting and inspection for new construction, additions, alterations and remodels, and a permit can be obtained by an owner-builder or a California licensed contractor, according to the city's Building Division page.
- Inspections are requested through eTRAKiT or the IVR line at (707) 648-4384, online requests are due by 3:00 pm the day before, and the printed permit card must be on site for the inspector, per the same Building Division page.
- Grading and excavation each have their own permit guidelines and applications, listed with the building permit application, sidewalk permit guidelines and a second driveway application on the city's new construction page.
How does Vallejo compare with other cities on pool removal? Our pool demolition permit guide has the overview.
Local guide
Concrete Removal, Pavers and Pool Demolition in Vallejo: The Essentials
Most concrete work in Vallejo beyond a simple repair runs through the Building Division, and work that touches the sidewalk, the grade or a second driveway may need its own permit too. Cicarelli Contractors sorts out which permits apply, removes the old concrete or pool and builds the replacement.
Where do I apply for a permit in Vallejo?
Online through eTRAKiT, after registering as a new user, or at the Building Division counter at City Hall, 555 Santa Clara Street, 2nd floor. Either the property owner, as an owner-builder, or a California licensed contractor obtains the permit. Questions go to (707) 648-4522 or building.division@cityofvallejo.net.
The city also posts mandatory checklists and forms in its Building Division document library. We gather what each project needs before the application goes in.
How are inspections scheduled in the city?
Through your eTRAKiT account or by calling the IVR line at (707) 648-4384. Online requests must be in by 3:00 pm the day before, inspections come in a four-hour morning or afternoon window, and the printed permit card has to be on site when the inspector arrives.
The city notes that next-day inspections are not guaranteed, so we plan demolition and backfill around the inspection schedule.
Should I remove or fill in a pool in Vallejo?
It depends on what comes next. A full removal takes out the shell and fills the hole with compacted soil, which keeps the yard open for an ADU, addition or patio later. A partial fill leaves part of the shell in place. In either case, we confirm the permit with the Building Division first.
Before deciding, think about what you may want to build there in the future. Our pool removal page explains both methods side by side.
| Topic | Vallejo |
|---|---|
| Permit office | Building Division, City Hall 2nd floor |
| How to apply | eTRAKiT portal or the counter |
| Inspections | eTRAKiT or IVR, by 3 pm the day before |
| Related permits | Grading, excavation and sidewalk |
Updated · By Athalyson Bernardo, Owner of Cicarelli Contractors
Guides on Concrete, Pavers and Pools
FAQ
Vallejo Concrete and Hardscape FAQ
Ready to Replace Old Concrete?
Call or text Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm, and send a few photos. The full FAQ covers more.
Call (650) 404-7049Do you take concrete jobs in Vallejo?
Yes. Our crew comes north from Richmond across the Carquinez Bridge for concrete removal and replacement, pavers, retaining walls, turf and pool demolition across the city. Cicarelli Contractors holds CSLB License #1109419, and every estimate is free and written after a site visit.
Should I replace a cracked driveway with concrete or pavers?
Both work over a properly compacted base. Poured concrete gives one continuous surface, while pavers are individual units that can be lifted and reset if a section settles or a utility repair is needed. Many homeowners pick pavers for the look and the easier spot repairs.
Can a homeowner pull the permit instead of the contractor?
The city allows it: a homeowner doing the work can get an owner-builder permit after completing the owner-builder verification form. If a licensed contractor does the work, the contractor should obtain the permit. An owner-builder takes on legal responsibility for the job, so a contractor asking you to pull it is a warning sign.
What do I need on site for a city inspection?
A printed permit card, available for the inspector on arrival, and a site ready for the work being checked. Inspections are assigned a morning window from 8 am to noon or an afternoon window from noon to 4 pm. A request not canceled by phone before 8 am counts as a visit.
Can I check your license before I hire you?
Please do. Search License #1109419 on the CSLB website to confirm Cicarelli Contractors is active in the B General Building class and bonded. It is worth checking any contractor this way, along with a written contract, a clear scope of work and reviews describing real jobs.
How do I book a free estimate for a Vallejo concrete job?
Call or text (650) 404-7049, Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm, or share your address and photos through the free estimate form. We visit, measure the concrete or pool and send a written quote within 24 hours.