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Pennsylvania has 13,108 building permits on file right now. In just the last 30 days, contractors filed 4,474 new permits across the state. That's solid construction activity if you know where to look. Philadelphia dominates the market with 11,017 permits, followed by Pittsburgh at 2,091. Most of the work breaks down into plumbing (3,355 permits), electrical (2,491 permits), renovation (2,389 permits), HVAC (1,541 permits), and other trades (1,778 permits). If you work in any of these areas, there's real demand happening. The contractors winning right now use permit data to find jobs before competitors do. When a permit gets filed, it means a property owner already committed to work. That's a qualified lead. Dig into Pennsylvania's permit database, filter by your trade and the cities you service, and contact property owners while the project is still fresh.
Search the Pennsylvania permit database by your trade (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing, etc.) and filter by the cities where you work. Each permit record shows the property address, owner contact info, and project type. Sort by filing date to find the newest permits. Focus on permits filed in the last 30 days since those represent active projects. Many contractors contact property owners within 48 hours of permit filing, before other bidders call.
Philadelphia leads by a wide margin with 11,017 permits on file. Pittsburgh is second with 2,091 permits. These two cities represent the bulk of construction activity in the state. If you service Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, you have access to the most opportunities. Smaller cities and suburban areas also have steady permit activity, so check your local market to identify secondary opportunities in your service area.
Plumbing is the most common permit type with 3,355 filings, followed by electrical with 2,491. Renovation permits total 2,389, HVAC comes in at 1,541, and other trades account for 1,778 permits. If you're a plumber or electrician, you're in high-demand categories. If you do HVAC, roofing, or general contracting, filter the database for those specific permit types to find jobs that match your services.
11,656 recent building permits filed in Pennsylvania.
11,656 permits
Addition and/or alterations - for installation of hvac appliances, equipment, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications.
New construction - install new fire suppression system and 2” combined service in accordance with nfpa 13d throughout the entire building. all work shall comply with the approved p…
EZ Roof Covering Replacement - For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and s…
Addition and/or Alterations - EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached…
New construction - for the installation of a new fire suppression system complying with nfpa 13d throughout an existing structure. installation to include 1" combined fire service…
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Addition and/or alteration - for a level ii interior alterations to a portion of an existing structure. building is fully sprinklered. all work to be done per approved plans. ** if…
Addition and/or Alterations - EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached…
Temporary tents and canopies - assembly use tent - lawful occupancy shall be as posted - removal date electrical permit required, unless power is provided through existing exterior…
Addition and/or Alterations - EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For the installation if New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached s…
New Construction - Electrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001952
New construction - install new fire suppression system and 2” combined service in accordance with nfpa 13d throughout the entire building. all work shall comply with the approved p…
New Construction or Additions - Plumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-012287
Addition and/or Alterations - EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached…
Addition and/or Alteration - Interior rewiring of first floor to eliminate knob and tube. Kitchen, living, dining rooms. New 200 amp service.
New construction - for the installation of an automatic fire suppression system in accordance with nfpa 13d throughout three story building to include 1-inch combined water service…
New construction - for the erection of a three (3) story attached structure as per approved plans. for use as five (5) dwelling units. structure to be fully sprinklered in accordan…
New Construction - Electrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001984
Addition and/or Alteration - Install 100 amp service, replace outlets, switches and lights, install outlet in kitchen and back bedrooms All Wires Are Fished
New Construction - Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001122
Alterations - installation of 3 fixtures in compliance with 2018 ppc and ez plumbing standard.