13,476 recent building permits filed in Pennsylvania.
13,476 permits
Change of Use - Residential - Household Living - Multi-Family
New construction, addition, GFA change - New construction of rear deck to an existing single-family structure as per approved plan
Change of Use - Residential - Household Living - Single-Family
Change of Use - Residential - Household Living - Single-Family
Change of Use - Residential - Household Living - Single-Family
New construction, addition, GFA change - Erection of an attached structure with a roof deck accessed by a pilot house as per plan for use as a single-family dwelling.
Change of Use - Limited Industrial
Change of Use - Radio, Television, and Recording Services
Lot Line Relocation - For a lot adjustment of two (2) deeded lots with two premises (Premise "A" known as: 7956 Castor Ave & Premise "B" known as: 7968 Castor Ave) into two (2) pro…
New construction, addition, GFA change - FOR DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING TWO-STORY REAR PORTION, AND FOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR THREE-STORY ADDITION AND FOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR YA…
Alterations - Installation of new plumbing system for 2 tubs/showers, 2 lavatories, 2 water closets, 1 hot water heater, 1 kitchen sink & 1 laundry sink.
Alterations - REPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI.
Alterations - INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS TO BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. ALL VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND I…
Alterations - Install shower, toilet and vanity. Install pipes to fixtures.
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 - REPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI.
Addition and/or Alteration - FOR LEVEL I ALTERATIONS WITH CHANGE OF USE TO AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE FOR USE AS A BUSINESS OCCUPANCY, ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE REPLACEMENT OF EXIST…
Addition and/or Alteration - Install 200 amp service. Wire throughout with lights, outlets, switches, fixtures, smoke/co detectors.
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…
Alterations - Installation of 3 water closets, 3 lavatories, 3 shower/tubs, 2 laundry trays & 1 kitchen sink.
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.