Wilmington Building Permits & Contractor Leads

5,825 indexed permits · 281 active contractors · Wilmington, North Carolina.

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Wilmington building permits — key stats
Permits (last 90 days) 4,695
Total permit value (90d) $1,178,962,507
Active contractors 281
Newest permit 2026-08-06

PermitGrab tracks 281 active contractors who pulled 5,825 building permits in Wilmington, NC as of 2026-08-06. Updated daily.

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Wilmington building permit activity

1,097 building permits were filed in Wilmington over the last 30 days — down 40.3% from the prior 30 days, with $221,982,857 in declared project value across the 253 that report a cost. Over 90 days: 4,695 permits worth $1,178,962,507.

Most active contractors (last 6 months)

  1. CLAYTON PROPERTIES GROUP INC (LIC# 81396) — 64 permits
  2. MIDDLEBURG CONSTRUCTION LLC (B) (LIC# 81228) — 32 permits
  3. PRESTIGE POOLS OF WILMINGTON INC (B) (LIC# 54579) — 25 permits
  4. GROUNDWORKS NORTH CAROLINA LLC T/A TARHEEL BASEMENT SYSTEMS (B) (LIC# 79336) — 24 permits
  5. THIRD NORTH CONSTUCTION LLC T/A (B) (LIC# 84966) — 22 permits
  6. CLANCY & THEYS CONSTRUCTION CO (LIC# 02077) — 21 permits
  7. BILL CLARK HOMES OF WILMINGTON LLC (B) (LIC# 34586) — 19 permits
  8. SOUTHEAST FOUNDATION AND CRAWLSPACE REPAIR LLC (LIC# 88118) — 18 permits
  9. RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN LLC (B) (LIC# 106323) — 18 permits
  10. MCKINLEY BUILDING CORP (B) (LIC# 30896) — 17 permits

Busiest ZIP codes (last 90 days)

  • 28412 — 735 permits
  • 28411 — 701 permits
  • 28403 — 636 permits
  • 28409 — 629 permits
  • 28405 — 606 permits
Biggest project this month
$9,378,001 · NHC Commercial Electrical · MILLSTONE MANAGEMENT LLC
5,825
Indexed Permits
281
Active Contractors
2026-08-07
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Wilmington had 1097 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 372 hvac, 325 general construction and 216 electrical. The average project value is $877,402.

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5,825 records — permits and code violations sorted by date

Date Type Value Address Details Contractor / Status Save
2026-06-29 Electrical $15,882 PINFISH Completion of flex studio space under house at area of piling construction.
2026-06-29 Structural $7,720 ETHAN Foundation repair using the installation of 7 helical piers. Repair will not alt… FOUNDATION PRO NC LLC (LIC #…
2026-06-29 Structural $11,029 BRICKLE Foundation repair by replacing the foundation wall and footing per engineer's re… FOUNDATION PRO NC LLC (LIC #…
2026-06-29 Electrical $138,635 HAMPTON REPAIRS TO FLOOR SYSTEM JOISTS, MAIN BEAM AND SUBFLOOR PER ENGINEER REPORT AND S… replacement SOUTHEAST FOUNDATION AND CRAWLSPACE REPAIR LLC (LIC# 88118)
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech $6,550 JEFFERSON 4 smart jacks and 1 10ft supplemental beam SOUTHEAST FOUNDATION AND CRAWLSPACE REPAIR LLC (LIC# 88118)
2026-06-29 Electrical CASTLE HAYNE FLOODPLAIN/service changeout 200 amp 200A replacement
2026-06-29 Electrical $294,935 TRADD Terminate electrical that exposed from walls being moved. Install new circuit fo… new Figured Services LLC
2026-06-29 Electrical CRANFORD Installing whole home generator with 200 amp ATS 200A
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech $1,013,880 ORVILLE WRIGHT *SHELL BUILD, 7 SEPARATE SPACES/UNITS, CC ONLY, UPFITS REQUIRED TO OCCUPY*New co… new
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech QUADRANT We will be replacing the existing system with a new 3 ton 17 seer 2 Heat Pump wi… 3 tons 17 SEER heat_pump new
2026-06-29 Demolition COVIL Residential Demolition ROLINA HOMES NC LLC
2026-06-29 Plumbing OLEANDER
Owner: LUZ··· 🔒
Change 80 gallon electric tank water heater out for like but from 208 volt 3 pha… 208V
2026-06-29 Plumbing MACMILLAN NHC PROPERTY/ Replacing existing sewer lift station. Installing new pump control… new
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech BEACH
Owner: JAC··· 🔒
FLOODPLAIN/Changeout middle floor closet 2.5 ton split system heat pump with 8KW… 2.5 tons heat_pump replacement
2026-06-29 Electrical $8,000 PARK
Owner: HWA··· 🔒
sub panel and electrical for new Enclose carport to form 1 bedroom and 1.5 bathr… new
2026-06-29 Electrical JASMINE
Owner: LOP··· 🔒
FLOODPLAIN//STAND ALONE ELECTRICAL PERMIT, NO BUILDING PERMIT. TO ADD 3 NEW CIRC… new
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech COBBLESTONE
Owner: SOT··· 🔒
2 Ton 18 SEER, 5Kw 2 tons 18 SEER
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech GRANTHAM
Owner: COL··· 🔒
Like for like - change out - 5ton s/s hp w/10kw heaters. 5 tons replacement
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech WRIGHTSVILLE FLOODPLAIN_Replacing a 9000 BTU mini split mini_split
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech BLYTHE Detached Garage install a new 12K BTU ductless mini split system mini_split new
2026-06-29 Plumbing RICHELIEU FLOODPLAIN/Repipe existing kitchen and laundry to a lift pump And tie into sewer… line work repipe
2026-06-29 General Construction $145,406 New construction upfit retail bookstore with on-site beer & wine. new_construction PBC BUILDING CORPORATION
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech HOLLYHOLM TRACE disconnect/reconnect Install 2.5 ton s/s HP, variable speed AH, and 8kw heaters 2.5 tons new
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech PORTERS CROSSING Remove existing HVAC and install new 4-ton 16 SEER2 variable-speed heat-pump spl… 4 tons 16 SEER ac new
2026-06-29 Pool/Spa $87,069 WINDING CREEK Installing an inground fiberglass swimming pool (14'6x30') with approx. 374 sq f… 374 roof sf OCEAN BLUE POOLS AND SPAS OF NORTH CAROLINA CORPORATION (B) (LIC# 73760)
2026-06-29 General Construction $467,740 MARITIME New Construction Single Family residential COLEMAN FINE HOMES LLC (LIC#…
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech LUMINA
Owner: PUL··· 🔒
Change out a 3 ton condenser only 3 tons ac replacement
2026-06-29 Plumbing 31ST
Owner: EST··· 🔒
Remodel / Renovation Plumbing slab rough trim of 9 fixtures water sewer line work
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech CAROLINA BEACH D. O'Brien - Change out, like for like - Domino's - installing a 5.0-ton HP w/ a… 5 tons replacement
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech MYRTLE GROVE change-out (one) 5 Ton s/s heat pump "like for like" 10kw 5 tons heat_pump replacement
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech CORONADO
Owner: FRI··· 🔒
REPLACE 2.5 TON SPLIT HEAT PUMP - NO DUCTWORK - SAME SIZE - SAME LOCATION 2.5 tons heat_pump replacement
2026-06-29 Plumbing $435,204 ASHBROOK
Owner: ALP··· 🔒
Renovate interior of home. No expansion of footprint
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech SAINT ANDREWS
Owner: AGN··· 🔒
FLOODPLAIN/Like for like change out of 1.5 ton split heat pump, air handler, and… 1.5 tons heat_pump replacement
2026-06-29 HVAC/Mech PARMELE Change out a 2 ton 5 kw split system. 2 tons replacement
2026-06-29 Plumbing PEMBROKE JONES Change from electrical tank water heater to gas tankless 199BTU in crawlspace tankless
2026-06-28 Electrical KIRBY SMITH 200 amp to 400 amp upgrade, 200 amp subfeed to detached garage. 200A
2026-06-28 Electrical SARANAC LAKE Install new 50 Amp circuit for hot tub 50A new
2026-06-28 HVAC/Mech ASHEVILLE
Owner: FIN··· 🔒
FLOODPLAIN/change out 2.5 ton and 2 ton heat pumps with matching air handlers wi… 2.5 tons replacement
2026-06-28 Electrical JENOA change out 200 amp 120/240 volt defective breaker 200A replacement
2026-06-28 Plumbing LORD TENNYSON replace water main from meter to house replacement
2026-06-27 Plumbing WINDSOR
Owner: LAQ··· 🔒
Installing gas lines for 3 fireplaces, a range, 2 tankless water heaters, grill … tankless
2026-06-27 Electrical AMBER
Owner: MAR··· 🔒
Kitchen renovation
2026-06-27 Electrical MAGNOLIA
Owner: OWN··· 🔒
50 amp tesla charger 50A
2026-06-27 Plumbing $220,580 HEIDE
Owner: MAG··· 🔒
Addition to the back of the existing home. new
2026-06-26 General Construction $33,087 RIPTIDE Repair exterior decks. Leo Construction and Development LLC (GC)
2026-06-26 HVAC/Mech $44,116 HARDSCRABBLE Remove/demo existing deteriorated deck, rebuild deck slightly larger ( 120 sq ft… 120 roof sf KONA COASTAL CONSTRUCTION (B) (LIC# 109704)
2026-06-26 HVAC/Mech $143,724 CHASTAIN FLOODPLAIN/ Construct an interior soffit for the new ductwork, build a wall with… new THE CATAMOUNT GROUP LLC (LIC#…
2026-06-26 HVAC/Mech $12,022 CHASTAIN FLOODPLAIN - Construct an interior soffit for the new ductwork, build a wall wit… new THE CATAMOUNT GROUP LLC (LIC#…
2026-06-26 Roofing $30,330 SPENCER FARLOW Renovation of existing deck structure to include enclosure of 10' x 14' section … replacement SEASIDE CRAFTWORKS LLC (LIC#…
2026-06-26 Roofing $29,778 WILDERNESS front porch with gable roof connected to home ENZO MORALES (GC) (LIC# 104410)
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Top Contractors

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

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Contractor Permits (90d) Trade Avg Value
1. CLAYTON PROPERTIES GROUP INC (LIC# 81396) 4 permits/30d Active 64 (56) New Construction $299,655
2. MIDDLEBURG CONSTRUCTION LLC (B) (LIC# 81228) Active 33 (30) Electrical $5,477,458
3. PRESTIGE POOLS OF WILMINGTON INC (B) (LIC# 54579) 1 permits/30d Active 25 (20) HVAC $47,737
4. CLANCY & THEYS CONSTRUCTION CO (LIC# 02077) 4 permits/30d Active 24 (14) Electrical $1,739,921
5. GROUNDWORKS NORTH CAROLINA LLC T/A TARHEEL BASEMENT SYSTEMS (B) (LIC# 79336) 2 permits/30d Active 24 (14) HVAC $78,449
6. THIRD NORTH CONSTUCTION LLC T/A (B) (LIC# 84966) 1 permits/30d Active 22 (19) Windows & Doors $24,950
7. BILL CLARK HOMES OF WILMINGTON LLC (B) (LIC# 34586) 4 permits/30d Active 19 (13) Electrical $337,618
8. SOUTHEAST FOUNDATION AND CRAWLSPACE REPAIR LLC (LIC# 88118) Active 18 (17) Electrical $173,423
9. RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN LLC (B) (LIC# 106323) 1 permits/30d Active 18 (15) Windows & Doors $38,325
10. MCKINLEY BUILDING CORP (B) (LIC#… 4 permits/30d Active 17 (12) HVAC $2,360,656
11. SOUTHERN EXPOSURE SUNROOMS LLC (B) (LIC# 80796) Active 16 (14) Electrical $22,414
12. OCEAN BLUE POOLS AND SPAS OF NORTH CAROLINA CORPORATION (B) (LIC# 73760) 1 permits/30d Active 16 (14) Landscaping & Exterior $59,870
13. PBC BUILDING CORPORATION (B) (LIC# 100860) 1 permits/30d Active 16 (13) Electrical $1,112,077
14. PULTE HOME COMPANY LLC (B) (LIC#… 3 permits/30d Active 16 (12) New Construction $299,042
15. INGRAM BROS INC (B) (LIC# 66480) 3 permits/30d Active 16 (12) HVAC $32,080
16. COMPLETE RENOVATION SOLUTIONS LLC (B) (LIC# 84207) 16 (6) Interior Renovation $47,998
17. CAPE FEAR SOLAR SYSTEMS LLC (B) (LIC# 65677) 1 permits/30d Active 15 (11) Solar $38,305
18. CAPE FEAR CONSTRUCTION GROUP LLC (B) (LIC# 88407) Active 14 (14) Electrical $30,395,105
19. KONRADY & SON CONSTRUCTION LLC (LIC# 69050) 13 (10) HVAC $131,260
20. MILLSTONE MANAGEMENT LLC (LIC#… 6 permits/30d 11 (9) Electrical $5,533,427
21. TRUSST BUILDER GROUP LLC (B) (LIC# 73371) 11 (8) New Construction $322,197
22. NEW LEAF BUILDERS OF NC LLC (B) (LIC# 86840) 10 (9) New Construction $249,657
23. COASTAL BUILDING CONCEPTS LLC (B) (LIC# 73151) 📞 1 permits/30d 10 (7) Interior Renovation $15,882
24. CLAYTON PROPERTIES GROUP INC 8 permits/30d 9 (9) $363,569
25. CARIBBEAN POOLS & SPAS INC (B) (LIC# 41598) 1 permits/30d 9 (5) Landscaping & Exterior $113,888

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Construction Activity in Wilmington

New building permits in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington Building Permits

Wilmington, North Carolina processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 5825+ Wilmington building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in Wilmington 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 Wilmington.

How Contractors Use Wilmington Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in Wilmington 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.

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Who appears in Wilmington permit records this week?

The most active contractors filing in Wilmington right now include CLAYTON PROPERTIES GROUP INC (LIC# 81396), MIDDLEBURG CONSTRUCTION LLC (B) (LIC# 81228), PRESTIGE POOLS OF WILMINGTON INC (B) (LIC# 54579), CLANCY & THEYS CONSTRUCTION CO (LIC# 02077) and GROUNDWORKS NORTH CAROLINA LLC T/A TARHEEL BASEMENT SYSTEMS (B) (LIC# 79336). PermitGrab tracks 281 active contractors across the metro. New records appear as they are available from the source.

How fresh is Wilmington permit data?

The most recent permit indexed for Wilmington 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 Wilmington right now?

In the last 30 days, Wilmington permitting activity covers 1,097 new building permits. 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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Home service companies
A Wilmington addition or remodel signals an HVAC, plumbing, or warranty upsell window. Research the project signal before outreach.
Solar installers
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