Wake County Building Permits & Contractor Leads

377 indexed permits · 207 active contractors · 1,083 code violations · Wake County, North Carolina.

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Wake County building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 354
Active contractors 207
Newest permit 2026-08-06

PermitGrab tracks 207 active contractors who pulled 377 building permits in Wake County, NC as of 2026-08-06. Live tracking of 1,083 code violations in the same area. Updated daily.

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Wake County building permit activity

291 building permits were filed in Wake County over the last 30 days — up 708.3% from the prior 30 days. Over 90 days: 354 permits.

Most active contractors (last 6 months)

  1. Tool Time Electric — 24 permits
  2. Romanoff Electric Residential LLC — 15 permits
  3. IDEALELECTRIC — 13 permits
  4. ARS — 11 permits
  5. Tool Time Services — 11 permits
  6. Ideal Electric, Inc — 9 permits
  7. MSF Electric Inc — 6 permits
  8. J. Crabtree Electric Co. — 6 permits
  9. Modern Mechanical HVAC LLC — 5 permits
  10. Air Experts Heating Cooling LLC — 5 permits
377
Indexed Permits
207
Active Contractors
1,083
Code Violations
2026-06-13
Last Updated
Updated today · live from city records
Wake County had 287 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 134 hvac, 94 new construction and 27 general construction.

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1,460 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 6008 DRUMQUIN DR RALEIGH 27614 Replace 3.0 Ton Split A/C & Gas Furnace in Crawlspace. Serves 1st Floor. 3 tons ac, furnace replacement hvac_replacement Mitchell Heating & Cooling, Inc.
2026-07-31 Violation 1132 SPRUCE DR 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 Violation 533 WILLOW BREEZE CT 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 601 WORTH HINTON RD Unit: F ZEBULON 27597 Like for like HVAC changeout. All electric split heat pump. Same size, type and … ac, heat_pump like for like replacement hvac_changeout Degree Above Heating and Air LLC
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 605 WORTH HINTON RD Unit: E ZEBULON 27597 Like for like HVAC changeout. All electric split heat pump. Same size, type and … ac, heat_pump like for like replacement hvac_changeout Degree Above Heating and Air LLC
2026-07-31 Violation 556 CARISSA LN 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 5112 ROCK SERVICE STATION RD RALEIGH 27603 Installing a dedicated circuit in the kitchen Dawson's Electric & Air, Inc
2026-07-31 Violation 324 GOLDEN PLUM LN 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 9805 WESSEX CT RALEIGH 27613 Change out heat pump and air handler in the Crawlspace. Services entire home. heat_pump replacement hvac_changeout Power Tech Electrical Services
2026-07-31 Windows/Doors 5012 NATIVE DANCER DR RALEIGH 27606 Slab on Grade for an outdoor basket ball court Wael Arafat
2026-07-31 Violation 416 LILY PAD CT 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 Violation 317 GOLDEN PLUM LN 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 3305 COTTEN RD RALEIGH 27603 REPLACING 1ST FLOOR 3.5 TON SPLIT HEAT PUMP SYSTEM. LOCATED IN THE CRAWL SPACE. 3.5 tons heat_pump ARS
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 3155 ERIC ST WILLOW SPRING 27592 REPLACING 2ND FLOOR SPLIT HEAT PUMP SYSTEM AND 4 DUCT RUNS. LOCATED IN THE WALK … heat_pump ARS
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 337 TARRAGON TRL WENDELL 27591 EV charger installation in garage, next to inside panel new hvac_installation C & M Electric Service, Inc.
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 1015 ROSE OF SHARON DR Unit: 74 KNIGHTDALE 27545 Acres of Space Mobile Home Park- Lot 74- Service riser fell and was reinstalled.… Scoggins Electric
2026-07-31 Violation 304 W GANNON AVE 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 Violation 248 PINEVIEW DR 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 Violation 301 SOUTHLAND DR 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 Violation 517 CRACKLING CT 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 Violation 1306 SASSWOOD LN 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 General Construction 4227 WOODLAWN DR RALEIGH 27616 EMERGENCY well is not working and we are without water. JEL Electrical Contractors LLC
2026-07-31 Violation 317 GUSTY LN 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 3701 NETHER RIDGE RD ZEBULON 27597 Change out heat pump system that serves 2nd floor. (Located in attic and outside… heat_pump replacement hvac_changeout Scott Comfort Systems
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 12804 RIVER DANCE DR RALEIGH 27613 run 25 ft gas line from meter to manifold (propane to natural)-1. HVAC, TANKLESS… MOF LLC DBA: Michael & Son Services of NC LLC
2026-07-31 Violation 1230 PINEY GLEN LN 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 206 GOWER CIR KNIGHTDALE 27545 Change out heat pump spilt system. Air Handler is in the basement and the outdoo… heat_pump replacement hvac_changeout On Time Services
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 13004 POWELL RD WAKE FOREST 27587 Replace 200 amp meter base replacement hvac_replacement True Vine Contracting LLC
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 4517 WOOD VALLEY DR RALEIGH 27613 PARTIAL DUCT REPLACEMENT FOR UPSTAIRS AND DOWNSTAIRS replacement hvac_replacement Yellow Dot Heating and Air…
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 104 KINGSTON RD KNIGHTDALE 27545 replace water service line from meter to home will follow the same path as curre… replacement hvac_replacement ARS
2026-07-31 Violation 328 RUSTLING WAY 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 1003 STAMFORD GREEN DR KNIGHTDALE 27545 Replace 3.0 ton Coil and Condenser for downstairs. Coil in crawlspace. Using exi… 3 tons ac, furnace replacement hvac_replacement Heating And Air Paramedics
2026-07-31 HVAC/Mech 4032 ST EDMUNDS LN APEX 27539 REPLACING WHOLE HOUSE 2 TON HEAT PUMP SYSTEM. LOCATED IN THE CRAWL SPACE. 2 tons heat_pump ARS
2026-07-31 Violation 1528 SAGE TREE DR 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-31 Violation 1012 SPRUCE DR 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-30 HVAC/Mech 1108 FAIRWAY DR CLAYTON 27520 Replace existing HVAC system feeding bonus room with a 12 k BTU Mitsubishi mini-… ac, mini_split replacement hvac_replacement Service Experts Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC
2026-07-30 Fire Protection 231 ZOSO AVE WENDELL 27591 Relace like for like FACP panel. like for like replacement hvac_changeout Strategic Connections, LLC
2026-07-30 Fire Protection 801 S MAIN ST Unit: 103 ROLESVILLE 27571 EXTEND FIRE ALRM SYSTEM INTO SUSHI NAAM FIRE & DATA SYSTEMS
2026-07-30 HVAC/Mech 740 LONG MELFORD DR ROLESVILLE 27571 install one surge protector new hvac_installation Wiretech Company, LLC
2026-07-30 HVAC/Mech 1604 CEDAR LN RALEIGH 27614 Installation of a Single Manual Transfer Switch Beside Electrical Panel in Garag… new hvac_installation Macrocosm Construction Inc.
2026-07-30 Violation 1257 SIDNEY CREEK DR 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-30 HVAC/Mech 1002 LYNDHURST FALLS LN KNIGHTDALE 27545 Replace AC coil in attic reconnect to existing duct work and electrical serving … ac like for like replacement hvac_changeout A&M Heating and Air Conditioning Inc
2026-07-30 HVAC/Mech 4700 EDWARDS LN RALEIGH 27606 The existing service is on a power pole and leaning onto the house. This pole wi… new hvac_installation Prime Electrical Company, LLC
2026-07-30 HVAC/Mech 5149 AVALAIRE OAKS DR RALEIGH 27614 replace 4T split heatpump located in attic for whole 2nd floor heat_pump replacement hvac_replacement MOF LLC DBA: Michael & Son Services of NC LLC
2026-07-30 Violation 416 HARDWOOD RIDGE CT Homeowner Repair Request Escalated
2026-07-30 HVAC/Mech 208 W GANNON AVE ZEBULON 27597 change out 2 ton pkg gas AC outside + ductwork in crawl serving whole home 2 tons ac replacement hvac_changeout Air Experts Heating Cooling LLC
2026-07-30 Windows/Doors 5808 CROOKPINE TRL RALEIGH 27610 Change window sash’s second floor to tempered windows in mast bath shower 2 sash… W Construction Incorporated
2026-07-30 Violation 205 E HORTON ST 95.01 Noxious weeds and tall grass In Progress
2026-07-30 HVAC/Mech 7305 COSTA VERDE CT WAKE FOREST 27587 2nd fl attic change out 2 ton heat pump split 2 tons heat_pump replacement hvac_changeout BLAZE HCPE Triangle
2026-07-30 HVAC/Mech 305 ROSE PL WENDELL 27591 Adding dedicated circuit for crawlspace dehumidifier. Reliant Electric & Power Inc.
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Top Contractors

Most active contractors by permit volume — last 90 days of activity shown in parentheses.

🆕 New this week
Contractor Permits (90d) Trade Avg Value
1. Tool Time Electric 🔥 24 permits/30d Active 24 (24) New Construction -
2. Romanoff Electric Residential LLC 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 15 (15) New Construction -
3. IDEALELECTRIC 7 permits/30d Active 13 (13) New Construction -
4. ARS 🔥 11 permits/30d Active 11 (11) HVAC -
5. Tool Time Services 🔥 11 permits/30d Active 11 (11) New Construction -
6. Ideal Electric, Inc 9 permits/30d 9 (9) New Construction -
7. J. Crabtree Electric Co. 6 permits/30d 7 (7) New Construction -
8. MSF Electric Inc 6 permits/30d 6 (6) New Construction -
9. BLAZE HCPE Triangle 5 permits/30d 5 (5) HVAC -
10. Modern Mechanical HVAC LLC 5 permits/30d 5 (5) HVAC -
11. MOF LLC DBA: Michael & Son Services of NC LLC 5 permits/30d 5 (5) HVAC -
12. Air Experts Heating Cooling LLC 5 permits/30d 5 (5) HVAC -
13. Dawson's Electric & Air, Inc 4 permits/30d 4 (4) HVAC -
14. Orca Blue, LLC 4 permits/30d 4 (4) HVAC -
15. Ogilvie Enterprises, Inc 4 permits/30d 4 (4) New Construction -
16. Acme Well Service Company Inc NEW 3 (3) -
17. A Maynor Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. 3 permits/30d 3 (3) HVAC -
18. Eastwood Homes of Raleigh LLC NEW 3 (3) Plumbing -
19. Cape Fear Air Conditioning and Heating Company, Inc 3 permits/30d 3 (3) HVAC -
20. Complete Solar, Inc. 1 permits/30d 3 (2) Solar -
21. Prime Electrical Company, LLC 2 permits/30d 3 (2) HVAC -
22. Groundworks NC, LLC (Tar Heel Basement Systems) 2 permits/30d 2 (2) -
23. Cimpi Construction 2 permits/30d 2 (2) Plumbing -
24. Bunny Electrical LLC 1 permits/30d 2 (2) Interior Renovation -
25. Cary Plumbing Company 2 permits/30d 2 (2) HVAC -

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Construction Activity in Wake County

New building permits in Wake County, North Carolina indicate upcoming construction projects. Contractors can identify subcontracting opportunities by monitoring recently issued permits for residential renovations, commercial buildouts, and new construction. Early outreach to permit holders often results in higher close rates before projects go to competitive bid.

About Wake County Building Permits

Wake County, North Carolina processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 377+ Wake County building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in Wake County requires a building permit before work can begin. These public records include the project address, scope of work, estimated cost, and often the general contractor's name — making them valuable leads for subcontractors looking for new projects in Wake County.

How Contractors Use Wake County Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in Wake County use building permit data to find projects before they hit traditional lead services. When a new commercial buildout or residential renovation permit is filed, it signals upcoming work that needs subcontractors.

Instead of competing for shared leads on HomeAdvisor or Angi, contractors who monitor Wake County building permits can reach out to general contractors the day a permit is issued — before anyone else calls. This first-mover advantage leads to higher close rates and better project selection.

PermitGrab sends daily email alerts filtered by trade, so Wake County electrical contractors only see electrical permits, HVAC contractors only see mechanical permits, and so on.

Reviewed by Marcus Reeves · Page data current as of · Sources: official Wake County open data portal.

Who appears in Wake County permit records this week?

The most active contractors filing in Wake County right now include Tool Time Electric, Romanoff Electric Residential LLC, IDEALELECTRIC, ARS and Tool Time Services. PermitGrab tracks 207 active contractors across the metro. New records appear as they are available from the source.

How fresh is Wake County permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for Wake County is dated 2026-08-06. Updated daily • newest record from 1d ago. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, permit type, and contractor name where the source publishes it, so a fresh row is a current project signal.

What construction is happening in Wake County right now?

In the last 30 days, Wake County permitting activity covers 287 new building permits alongside 1,083 active code violations. The mix spans new construction, residential renovations, mechanical/electrical/plumbing upgrades, roof replacements, demolitions, and tenant improvements — every record is a buying signal for a different contractor or supplier persona.

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1,083 code violations are on record in Wake County. An owner facing a citation can be a strong restoration, repair, or wholesale-offer lead; verify current status before outreach.

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How to look up Wake County building permits

Search recent Wake County, NC building permits by address, contractor, and permit type in the table above — pulled from the Wake County building department's public permit records. New filings appear here as they are published. Filter by trade or search an address to look up a specific permit. For this week's filing volume and the most active contractors, see the Wake County Permit Pulse.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wake County Building Permits

How many building permits does PermitGrab track in Wake County?

PermitGrab currently tracks 377 building permits in Wake County, North Carolina. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, status, estimated value, and contractor information where the source publishes it.

How fresh is the Wake County permit data?

PermitGrab checks the official source on each collection cycle. The source date and its observed update cadence are shown above, so you can judge the data’s recency before acting on it.

How can contractors find construction leads in Wake County?

Contractors find leads in Wake County by filtering PermitGrab by trade and ZIP code, then researching the recorded contractor and project activity. Contact details appear only where a business profile has been publicly verified; saved-search email alerts track new matching records as they are published.

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Wake County permit data, by use case

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Real estate investors
Code violations in Wake County = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Recent Wake County contractor activity is a signal for labor and material demand. Contact details appear only where publicly verified.
Home service companies
A Wake County addition or remodel signals an HVAC, plumbing, or warranty upsell window. Research the project signal before outreach.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in Wake County are high-intent solar lead signals. Filter by the current project signal and verify ownership separately.
Insurance agents
Wake County renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
Material suppliers
Lumber, drywall, roofing, fixtures — every Wake County permit is a parts list. Build a route by job type and value tier.
Developers & new construction
Ground-up builds in Wake County mean a long runway of subcontractor and material orders. Sort new-construction permits by project value and reach the GC before the trades are locked.
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