For design-build GCs, ADU specialists, custom-home builders

Design-Build General Contractor Leads from Permit Data

Skip Houzz Pro $1-3K/mo + Angi referral fees. Design-build GCs win by getting to homeowners 30-90 days after permit issue, before they have finalized GC selection.

Why PermitGrab

NYC PLUTO: 13,000+ records with 791+ contractor phones
Travis County (Austin): 55,000+ owners; avg addition value $89K
Filter by permit type: ADU, addition, major remodel — your sweet spot
Architect relationships: see who's pulling permits with which architect

Frequently asked questions

Why are permit-driven design-build leads better than referral platforms?

Houzz Pro and Angi serve homeowners shopping for ANY contractor. Permit-driven outreach catches homeowners who already filed — they're committed, just selecting their team.

What permit types matter most for design-build GCs?

Additions ($75-200K typical), ADUs ($150-400K), major remodels ($100K+). PermitGrab lets you filter by project_value_tier so you only see jobs that match your minimum.

How fresh is the permit data?

Daily refresh. Most cities update within 24-48 hours of issue. You get the homeowner name + address within 1-2 days of filing.

Ready to start?

14-day free trial. No card required. Cancel anytime.

Start Closing Design-Build Jobs — $149/mo