Insurance Leads from Building Permits: FAQ
By Marcus Reeves, Head of Permit Research at PermitGrab · Updated daily from official city records · Last permit filed: today
Insurance agents are constantly hunting for the trigger event — the renovation, addition, or code violation that means a homeowner's policy is suddenly out of sync with reality. Building permits are that trigger event, filed publicly the moment a project starts. PermitGrab tracks them across 1061 cities with 271,357 code violations in 48 cities.
Why are building permits valuable for insurance agents?
Every renovation changes a home's replacement cost. A homeowner who does a $50K kitchen remodel without telling their carrier creates a coverage gap and a future denied claim. Permits show you exactly who just spent money on what — these homeowners need a policy review now, not at next renewal.
What types of permits should insurance agents look for?
- Roof replacement — wind/hail coverage update
- Home additions — replacement cost rises with square footage
- Electrical upgrades — lower fire risk, often a discount
- Plumbing work — reduces water damage exposure
- Pool permits — liability coverage trigger
How do code violations help insurance agents?
Properties with open code violations are higher risk, often underinsured, and frequently signal owners who haven't reviewed their policy in years. PermitGrab tracks 271,357 violations across 48 cities — perfect for proactive outreach before a claim happens.
Do you provide property owner information?
Yes — owner names, property addresses, and assessed values from county assessor records (11,863,412 owners across 200 cities). Filter by assessed value to target high-premium-upside homes.
What cities do you cover?
1061 cities collecting permits. Top markets with all 4 data pillars (permits + phones + violations + owners):
- Chicago · Miami-Dade · Phoenix · San Antonio · NYC
How much does it cost?
$149/month, unlimited access. Insurance lead lists run $15-30 per record. One closed renovation policy pays for the platform for years. Start free trial →
Can I use this for commercial insurance too?
Yes — commercial building permits, tenant buildouts, and business renovation permits all flow through the same database. Contractor profiles include business name, license number, and trade category for each.
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