Building Permits: Why They Matter (and Who Handles Them)

What Permits Do

Permits and inspections confirm the work meets code — for structure, plumbing, electrical and safety. They protect you by making sure the job is done right, and they protect the value of your home.

Why Skipping Them Backfires

• Problems when you sell — unpermitted work can derail a sale, and lenders increasingly require permits.
• Insurance issues if unpermitted work causes damage.
• Fines and forced removal of non-compliant work.
• Safety risks from work that isn’t inspected.

Who Handles Them

Your contractor should. We pull every required permit, schedule the inspections, and manage the process so you never deal with the permit office. It’s part of doing the job right.

The Takeaway

A contractor who wants to skip permits to save time is a red flag. Permits are protection, not red tape. See our construction page.

Frequently Asked Questions