recent building permits…
Texas has 11,556 active building permits in our database right now, with 3,833 new permits filed in just the last 30 days. That's steady work coming through the pipeline. Austin leads the state in permit volume, making it the best hunting ground for new leads. Electrical work dominates the permit types we're tracking, with 3,480 permits on file. Plumbing follows close behind at 3,183, and HVAC sits at 2,079. If you're a roofer, electrician, plumber, or HVAC contractor, there's material here to find qualified jobs. General contractors can source subcontractor opportunities across all trades. Permit data works because it shows you real construction activity before competitors hear about it through informal channels. When you search our database, you're looking at jobs that have already cleared the approval stage and are ready to move forward. That's the difference between chasing rumors and targeting confirmed work.
Start with permit data. Every new construction project requires permits before work begins, which means permit filings are your earliest indicator of upcoming jobs. Search our database by trade type, city, and filing date to see what's been approved recently. A contractor searching for electrical leads would filter for electrical permits filed in the last 30 days, then contact the property owner or general contractor listed on the permit. This gives you a 30 to 90-day head start before the job gets posted on bid boards or social media.
Austin is the most active market in our database with 11,556 permits on file. This reflects the city's continued growth and construction activity across residential and commercial sectors. When targeting leads in Texas, Austin should be your primary focus. However, permit activity varies by season and economic conditions, so checking our database monthly helps you track where activity is shifting. Some months you might see upticks in suburban areas as developers start new phases of larger projects.
Electrical permits lead at 3,480 on file, followed by plumbing at 3,183 and HVAC at 2,079. New construction permits account for 999 filings. For electricians, the volume is there. Plumbers have solid opportunity. HVAC contractors should have consistent leads, especially on larger projects that include mechanical systems. If you work one of these trades, permit data gives you a clearer picture of where the actual work is happening rather than waiting for word of mouth or hoping jobs come through your existing networks.
39,168 recent building permits filed in Texas.
39,168 permits
Main breaker has failed. Like for like replacement of main breaker and enclosure as well as updating grounding and bonding per NEC.
2458br new 2 story 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath single family residential home with attached garage covered front porch and rear patio
25ft tunnel to make repairs to the drain lines under the slab
Construct new driveway approach of 12 FT. Driveway approach is from the alley.
Demolition of three warehouse structures approximately 25489 sq. ft. circa 1973. 2025 155974 DA - Approved
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New 1-story detached pool cabana with wood deck electric and plumbing
U7pgrade main electrical service
Interior remodel 4th floor areas. Existing retail.
Construct new driveway approach of 12.4 FT and sidewalk of 20 LF
Express: Foundation repair
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Stand alone electrical permit for a pole mounted meter rack. Relocation of Service Entrance: The main electrical service will be moved from the struct
1548bl new 1 story 3 bedroom 2 bath single family residential house with attached garage and covered front porch
Total Demo of pool =315 sqft Spa =49 Sqft deck =268 Sqft built in 1983 ***The building shall not be demolished until after the contractor has fulfill
Addition - interior renovation to include Mech Elec Plumbing renovations front porch. Addition of two porches demolish ceiling above living kitchen &
Finish out for admin office.
Stucco repairs to exterior of building. Replace rotted wood as needed.
Total demo of sfr and detached garage (connected by covered walk way) 1958 sqft circa 1954
Connect Mobile Home and add decks (4x4 and 6x8)
Underground main line power for residential house