You Paid for the Orinda View.
You Should Be Drinking Your Morning Coffee in Front of It.
Engineered hillside decks, covered outdoor rooms and outdoor kitchens built for Orinda's grade, canopy and fire code. Free on-site estimate, no deposit required, and a written price that holds to the last inspection.
Why Orinda Homeowners
Trust Clear View Builders
It's a strange trade Orinda homeowners make. Hillside setting, oak and bay canopy, genuine privacy, and almost no flat ground to enjoy any of it from. So the view gets admired from the kitchen window while the yard does nothing. An engineered deck changes that math in one build. Flat, usable living area off the back of the house. Decking chosen for canopy shade and winter moisture, so the surface isn't slick by February. A cover that earns its keep in July sun and January rain alike. As a deck builder in Orinda, we design for the fire-severity rules up front, carry the city permit and the engineering, and hand you a price-locked written estimate before you commit to anything. No deposit. Just a number that holds.
Orinda Downs, Sleepy Hollow, Glorietta, Orinda Village, Ivy Drive, Del Rey, Lost Valley, Charles Hill
Everything You Need. One Team. One Warranty.
From patio covers to outdoor kitchens to glass doors -- we handle everything in-house under our own licenses. One point of contact, one team, one guarantee.
Patio Covers
Insulated aluminum covers that drop outdoor temps 15-20 degrees. Built for the East Bay's triple-digit summers.
Learn More →Custom Decks
Multi-level composite and hardwood decks with cable railings. 70%+ ROI at resale.
Learn More →Pergolas
Louvered, solid, and lattice pergolas. Adjustable shade for perfect comfort.
Learn More →Concrete & Hardscaping
Stamped concrete in 40+ patterns. Built for East Bay heat and expansive soils.
Learn More →Glass & Windows
Bi-fold doors, sliding systems, and window replacements. Licensed C-17 glazing.
Learn More →Sunrooms
Climate-controlled glass enclosures. Add 100-200 sq ft of living space.
Learn More →Outdoor Kitchens
Custom BBQ islands with granite, grills, sinks. Warm, dry evenings here were made for cooking outside.
Learn More →Commercial Glass
Storefronts, curtain walls, glass railings. Licensed C-17 commercial glazing.
Learn More →What 15+ Years Building
in Orinda Has Taught Us
15+ years building in the Sacramento area. Here's what we know about building in Orinda that makes the difference:
- Orinda is incorporated, so permits go through the City of Orinda, and hillside lots frequently require engineered plans for decks and structures
- Orinda sits in a high fire severity area for much of the city, which can require ignition-resistant materials and specific detailing on exterior structures
- Steep grade is the norm rather than the exception -- most meaningful outdoor living projects here are structural deck work rather than simple patio slabs
- Heavy oak and bay canopy creates persistent shade and moisture, so decking material choice matters more here than in an open, sunny lot
- Orinda's mix of mid-century, traditional and custom hillside homes means a structure has to be designed to the house, not adapted from a standard plan
Questions We Hear From Orinda Homeowners Every Week
Honest answers from a contractor who's been building in Orinda for 15+ years.
A deck, usually. On Orinda's grade the highest-value project is almost always an engineered deck that creates flat, usable living space off the back of the house -- often paired with a cover so it works in both summer sun and winter rain. We assess the grade and soil on-site and design to it.
It can. Much of Orinda sits in a high fire severity area, which may require ignition-resistant exterior materials and particular construction details. We identify that during the estimate so the price you sign already accounts for it, rather than discovering it at plan check.
The City of Orinda. Decks over 30 inches, attached covers, and anything with gas or electrical generally require permits, and hillside work often requires engineered plans. We prepare the drawings, submit the package and manage the inspection process.
Quality composite. Under Orinda's oak and bay canopy you get persistent shade, leaf litter and moisture, which is hard on natural wood and means constant maintenance. Composite handles that cycle far better and keeps its appearance with minimal upkeep.
Because it is price-locked in writing. After the free on-site consultation you get an itemized estimate, and that number holds unless you change the scope. No deposit is required to get to that point.
Yes -- California licenses #1092253 and #1059877 including a C-17 glazing specialty, full insurance, 5-star rating on Yelp, and a BuildZoom ranking in the top 11% of California contractors. California licensing is statewide, so we are fully licensed to build in Orinda.
Put a Deck Where the View Is
We'll assess your grade, soil and canopy on a free site visit and hand you an itemized, price-locked estimate. No deposit required, and the engineering is included in the number, not added later.
We take on 4-6 projects per month to maintain quality. Summer spots fill quickly -- reach out now and yours could be next.
- Free on-site consultation in Orinda
- Written estimate within 48 hours
- Licensed & insured (CA #1092253)
- We handle all Orinda permits
- No deposit required to get started
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Let's Make It Happen.
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(916) 420-5862What Our Customers Say
“Working with Daniil was quick and simple. He came over for an estimate and everything was communicated through text. Fast response and answered our questions in a timely matter. Everything was completed in one day. Their pricing is the hardest to beat.”
“Many companies acted like they were too big for the small job, but Daniil was very supportive and efficient. They were also very reasonably priced for the quality of work. We are very pleased and would highly recommend Clear View.”
“Solid guys, helped me with installing my aluminum pergola. Would consider them in the future.”
“Great experience with this company, did a good job on finishing the job on time, keeping the place neat, and saving me money.”
“Very professional and friendly to work with, and quality work. Promptly responds to the customer's concerns and performs a quality check after the work is done to ensure it is complete to the customer's satisfaction. After getting a driveway gate installed, we chose to go back to ClearView.”
Building across the Bay Area
Orinda is one of many Bay Area communities we design and build in. See the full regional overview, including how we handle permits, HOA review and site conditions in each area.