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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
New Construction - Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-012519
Alterations - Remove defective curb trap and fresh air inlet. Replace with new 5''x 4 x5'' cast iron curb trap and 4'' fresh air inlet.
Addition and/or Alteration - - For alterations to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and requi…
New construction - for installation of a one-inch combined fire/domestic water service line and fire sprinkler system in accordance with approved plans, hydraulic calculations and…
Alterations - install/repair/replace ct, fai & 10ft of main drain.
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Alterations - Replace curb trap, main drain, fai
Addition and/or Alteration - Replace 100 AMP service and panel Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires)
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…
New construction or additions - new construction of multi unit building. interior installation of drainage, waste, vent, and water supply for listed fixtures. venting to be designe…
Addition and/or alterations - for installation of hvac appliances, equipment, ductwork and registers/diffusers per approved plans and manufacturer's specifications.
EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel - REPLACE 3 piece bathroom on 2nd floor
Addition and/or Alteration - Installation of new 200amp 3/0 feeder . Feeder is fed from existing meter bank-2017 NEC. **THIS PERMIT IS FOR FEEDER ONLY ,SEPARATE ELECTRICAL PERMIS A…
Addition and/or alterations - for the installation of registers, diffusers and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s…
Excavation - Site / Utility Permit for RP-2025-010078 and RP-2025-010075
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…
EZ Roof Covering Replacement - For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construc…
Addition and/or alterations - for the installation of registers, diffusers, and appliances with associated ductwork. appliances to be installed in accordance with manufacturer's sp…
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…
Alterations - Replace waste and drain lines in second floor rear bathroom, toilet, lav , shower, install new hot and cold supply lines, Replace waste and drain lines in second floo…
Commercial make safe permit - make safe permit to abate unsafe violation no. cf-2024-055717 for removal and replacement of portion of front exterior wall as per approved plans. *20…