Washington DC Building Permits & Contractor Leads

9,309 indexed permits · 4,785 active contractors · Washington DC, District of Columbia.

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Washington DC had 3874 new building permits filed in the last 30 days, led by 1055 plumbing, 1047 electrical and 627 hvac.

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GRACE COVENANT CHURCH INC
2026-04-29
📍 417 9TH ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003
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2026-04-29 Plumbing 2425 25TH ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 PLUMBING AND GAS 2425 25TH STREET SE LLC
2026-04-29 General Construction 1524 35TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 HISTORIC/CFA GEORGETOWN SISTERS OF THE VISITATION GRADUATION 2025 TENT - Install… JOPATRIC LOVE
2026-04-29 Plumbing 4245 LANE PL NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 PLUMBING AND GAS CRIM, DELORES P
2026-04-29 General Construction 4000 CATHEDRAL AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 ELECTRICAL WESTCHESTER CORPORATION
2026-04-29 General Construction 3643 SUITLAND RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 EXPEDITED
2026-04-29 General Construction 4849 KANSAS AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: PEN··· 🔒
Electrical Trade Permit MARCOS ARREDONDO TORRES
2026-04-29 General Construction 5404 NEBRASKA AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 ELECTRICAL GILMAN, AMANDA B
2026-04-29 General Construction 1416 Q ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009 ELECTRICAL FLEMING, LAWRENCE P
2026-04-29 General Construction 236 50TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 ELECTRICAL DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING…
2026-04-29 Plumbing 2700 VIRGINIA AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20037 PLUMBING AND GAS WATERGATE WEST INC
2026-04-29 Plumbing 1400 16TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Owner: C M··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS C M LAND LLC
2026-04-29 General Construction 1717 K ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20006 Interior Alterations and Repair on B1 level for the fitness center and corridor … JASON BENTLEY
2026-04-29 Plumbing 2549 11TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS IDS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LLC
2026-04-29 Plumbing 1334 TEWKESBURY PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012
Owner: FLO··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS FLORENCE, KAMERON B
2026-04-29 Demolition 3700 O ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20057
Owner: PRE··· 🔒
Interior alteration to 3,034SqFt on level 200 to include Demolition; Constructio… JOSEPH G. JARVIS (RAMCO)
2026-04-29 Plumbing 1313 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 Existing church. Demo and replacement/repair walls and doors, plumbing fixtures … JAMES SPEARMAN
2026-04-29 General Construction 100 EMERSON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011 Alteration and Repair permit. Existing 4 unit to remain a 4 unit. Add a bedroom … LIAH MEBRAHTU
2026-04-29 Plumbing 323 14TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 PLUMBING AND GAS BRAM, DANIEL
2026-04-29 Plumbing 3210 GRACE ST NW 309, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 PLUMBING AND GAS STEEL, ELIZABETH G
2026-04-29 Fire Protection 4380 MACARTHUR BLVD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 Fire alarm alteration for existing church CHRIS WING
2026-04-29 Pool/Spa 801 18TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20006 INTERIOR RENOVATIONS TO 8TH FLOOR OFFICE SPACE FOR NEW OFFICE TENANT. PARTITIONS… SAM HOLLEN
2026-04-29 HVAC/Mech 3222 DAVENPORT ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008 MECHANICAL SALLY W GRESHAM TRUSTEE
2026-04-29 Plumbing 1449 MONROE ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010 Plumbing trade Permit NA NA; BRYCE CARRINGTON
2026-04-29 Plumbing 3801 FULTON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 Plumbing trade Permit NA NA; BRYCE CARRINGTON
2026-04-29 General Construction 226 50TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 ELECTRICAL DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING…
2026-04-29 Pool/Spa 2757 BRANDYWINE ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008 Install an in-ground concrete swimming pool (12'x16') with internal spa (7'x7') … WALKER, LORREN
2026-04-29 Plumbing 400 21ST ST NE 5, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 PLUMBING AND GAS WALKER, JESSALYN
2026-04-29 Plumbing 922 5TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 PLUMBING AND GAS HOWLAND, KEITH
2026-04-29 General Construction 1133 14TH ST NW 908, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 Electrical Trade Permit JOSEPH HALL
2026-04-29 Plumbing 417 9TH ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003
Owner: GRA··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS GRACE COVENANT CHURCH INC
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2026-04-29 General Construction 232 50TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 ELECTRICAL DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING…
2026-04-29 Plumbing 1201 SYCAMORE DR SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032
Owner: STE··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS JOSEPH MICHAEL GAST
2026-04-29 General Construction 4717 6TH PL NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 BUILDING STEVEN G STAHL
2026-04-29 Roofing 408 NEW JERSEY AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 Convert existing 4 unit building into a two family flat. Work to include a new r… NA NA; GREEN, JAMES F
2026-04-29 Roofing 2760 UNICORN LN NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 To Install 22.5 KW DC On The Roof Of The Building NA NA; MARGO RICKS
2026-04-29 Plumbing 6250 CHILLUM PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011 PLUMBING AND GAS 6250 CHILLUM PLACE II, LLC
2026-04-29 Demolition 3317 P ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 CFA / H Partial demolition of row house basement. Scope of demolition includes: … DALE OVERMYER
2026-04-29 General Construction 1329 WHITTIER PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012 Electrical Trade Permit MARCOS ARREDONDO TORRES
2026-04-29 Plumbing 3810 GARFIELD ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007 PLUMBING AND GAS ELLSWORTH, PETER
2026-04-29 General Construction 3105 ELY PL SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 BUILDING STEVEN G STAHL
2026-04-29 General Construction 650 WHARF ST SW UNIT 66, WASHINGTON, DC 20024 EXPEDITED
2026-04-29 General Construction 2904 S ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 ELECTRICAL STEVENSON, DERRICK
2026-04-29 Plumbing 43 Q ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING STEWART, BRENDA
2026-04-29 General Construction 1411 CONGRESS PL SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 BUILDING MATTHEW YOUNG
2026-04-29 General Construction 3719 VAN NESS ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 GAS FITTING STOCKTON, BRYAN
2026-04-28 Plumbing 4461 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008 PLUMBING AND GAS SAUL SUBSIDIARY II LIMITED…
2026-04-28 General Construction 5310 14TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
Owner: 14T··· 🔒
BUILDING JENNIFER XU
2026-04-28 General Construction 404 7TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 Existing porch pier to be underpinned due to addition/excavation at 406 7th Stre… JENNIFER FOWLER
2026-04-28 Roofing 1528 MONROE ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017 Full shingle roof replacement including 10 sheets of sheathing replacement. Sidi… NA NA; MAGDUN, MELANIE
2026-04-28 General Construction 101 H ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 Electrical Trade Permit CHRIS LINTHICUM
2026-04-28 Plumbing 3702 JENIFER ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 PLUMBING AND GAS JENKINS, JAMETTA E
2026-04-28 General Construction 6925 MAPLE ST NW 4, WASHINGTON, DC 20012 Home Office - Freight Business JEMAL'S TP LAND LLC
2026-04-28 General Construction 130 KENTUCKY AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 ELECTRICAL SANDSTONE PROPERTIES LLC
2026-04-28 HVAC/Mech 5108 JUST ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 Mechanical trade Permit MANNING SAVAGE
2026-04-28 Plumbing 1400 16TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Owner: C M··· 🔒
PLUMBING AND GAS C M LAND LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 1166 NEAL ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 PLUMBING AND GAS ROWELL, ANTHONY
2026-04-28 General Construction 1400 16TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036
Owner: C M··· 🔒
ELECTRICAL C M LAND LLC
2026-04-28 Windows/Doors 1776 D ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20006 CFA / H FOR ELEVATOR REVIEW ONLY***INTERIOR WORK ONLY***REPAIR & REPLACE THE BEL… SAMUEL HARBAGE
2026-04-28 Roofing 1626 U ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 HISTORIC to install 7.48 KW DC on the roof of the building NA NA; MARGO RICKS
2026-04-28 HVAC/Mech 1250 I ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 Installation of one 6'-5 7/8"x2'-0 7/16" illuminated Channel Numeral Sign to be … JAMES HALLAJ
2026-04-28 Demolition 950 L'ENFANT PLZ SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20024 SCOPE OF WORK INCLUDES INTERIOR DEMOLITION OF EGRESS SECURITY GATE AT LANDING AB… SAM HOLLEN
2026-04-28 HVAC/Mech 815 FARRAGUT ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011 INTERIOR RENOVATION OF EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING(SFD). NEW KITCHEN, FLOORI… JAMES KILLETTE
2026-04-28 Plumbing 3777 OLIVER ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 Plumbing trade Permit CHRISTOPHER HARTMAN
2026-04-28 HVAC/Mech 905 L ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 Mechanical trade Permit CHRISTOPHER JAY BROWN TRUSTEE
2026-04-28 Demolition 5301 WISCONSIN AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015 Interior demolition of existing vacant office space RYAN BEIBLE
2026-04-28 General Construction 1050 POTOMAC ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007
Owner: PHI··· 🔒
CFA, HISTORIC Amend permit B2601674 to include the renovating of existing annex.… CHRIS VU / THUY LE
2026-04-28 HVAC/Mech 1717 K ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20006 INTERIOR RENOVATIONS TO 6TH FLOOR BASE BUILDING CORRIDORS. PARTITIONS, FINISHES,… SAM HOLLEN
2026-04-28 General Construction 1337 RITTENHOUSE ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011 Tuckpoint front retaining wallRepair and resurface front concrete steps NA NA; PAUL KILLMER
2026-04-28 General Construction 4615 COLORADO AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011 CFA / H Remodel existing bathroom and closet in place. CINDY MCCLURE
2026-04-28 General Construction 4007 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 503, WASHINGTON, DC 20008 Home Office - Photography and Production
2026-04-28 General Construction 725 12TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 This is a revision to the previously approved permit SH2500028. MANDY LEUNG
2026-04-28 Plumbing 1099 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING 1099 NEW YORK, LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 6524 1ST ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012 PLUMBING YUKARI HORIBA TRUSTEE
2026-04-28 General Construction 4100 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR AVE SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20032 BUILDING MARGO RICKS
2026-04-28 Plumbing 1140 19TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036 PLUMBING AND GAS 1140 19TH LLC
2026-04-28 General Construction 4641 HILLSIDE RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019 ELECTRICAL MADDEN, DONALD R
2026-04-28 General Construction 3150 WESTOVER DR SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 PERMIT
2026-04-28 Structural 7311 12TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012
Owner: MCD··· 🔒
Interior renovation of existing basement. Relocate existing full bathroom and re… MCDONALD, BRENT
2026-04-28 Plumbing 400 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW 1, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 Plumbing trade Permit NULL NULL; KEVIN GALLIGAN
2026-04-28 Plumbing 1140 19TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036 PLUMBING AND GAS 1140 19TH LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 4750 41ST ST NW 502, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 Core drilling at locations as necessary for plumbing renovation works. NULL NULL; WILLIAM KIRWAN
2026-04-28 Roofing 120 6TH ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 WORK ON EX. DETACHED 2 STORY GARAGE ONLY. ROOF RAISED. NEW WINDOW & GARAGE DOOR.… ERIC GOETZ; ERIC TERAN
2026-04-28 Plumbing 1140 19TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036 PLUMBING AND GAS 1140 19TH LLC
2026-04-28 General Construction 1201 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 ELECTRICAL 1201-1225 NEW YORK AVE SPE LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 4421 45TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 PLUMBING AND GAS GANASEKERA, EVA U
2026-04-28 General Construction 1399 NEW YORK AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 ELECTRICAL 1399 EXECUTIVE TOWER LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 2617 HAZEN CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 2605 HAZEN CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 2603 HAZEN CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 2609 HAZEN CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC
2026-04-28 General Construction 1401 H ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20005 ELECTRICAL 1401 H DC PROPERTY COMPANY LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 2611 HAZEN CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 2615 HAZEN CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 2607 HAZEN CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC
2026-04-28 Plumbing 306 C ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003 PLUMBING AND GAS LOWE, JOCELYN H
2026-04-28 Plumbing 2613 HAZEN CT NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC
2026-04-28 General Construction 3618 34TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008 HISTORIC Full Scope of Work: Installation of 16 Push Piers. NULL NULL; JES MANASSAS
2026-04-28 Plumbing 1507 MARION ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001 PLUMBING AND GAS FELAN, BENJAMIN
2026-04-28 General Construction 3405 TEXAS AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 Installation of 6 IntelliJacks, and 25 LNFT of Supplemental S4 Beam. NULL NULL; JES MANASSAS
2026-04-28 General Construction 1229 CARROLLSBURG PL SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20024 Installation of 1 Dehumidifier, 655 SQFT CrawlSeal Liner, and 108 SQFT ExtremeBl… NULL NULL; JES MANASSAS
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Top Contractors

Most active contractors by permit volume — last 90 days of activity shown in parentheses. 1 of 25 have verified phone numbers below.

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1. MARGO RICKS 🔥 160 permits/30d Active 278 (278) Electrical - Verifying…
2. NA NA; BRYCE CARRINGTON 🔥 85 permits/30d Active 216 (216) Plumbing - Verifying…
3. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING… 🔥 67 permits/30d Active 141 (141) Electrical - Verifying…
4. MARCOS ARREDONDO TORRES 🔥 42 permits/30d Active 93 (93) Electrical - Verifying…
5. NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY 🔥 33 permits/30d Active 80 (80) HVAC - Verifying…
6. DOMINIC DIPIETRO 🔥 32 permits/30d Active 65 (65) - Verifying…
7. CHRISTOPHER HARTMAN 🔥 24 permits/30d Active 65 (65) Plumbing - Verifying…
8. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 🔥 28 permits/30d Active 62 (62) Electrical - Verifying…
9. DFM PERMITS 🔥 43 permits/30d Active 62 (62) New Construction - Verifying…
10. NULL NULL; JOHN WILLIAMS 🔥 46 permits/30d Active 56 (56) Solar - Verifying…
11. MCMILLAN ASSOCIATES LLC 🔥 14 permits/30d Active 53 (53) Electrical - Verifying…
12. NA NA; MARGO RICKS 🔥 17 permits/30d Active 46 (46) Roofing - Verifying…
13. NICK HAYES 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 45 (45) HVAC - 🔒 Reveal
14. STEVEN G STAHL 🔥 13 permits/30d Active 44 (44) Electrical - Verifying…
15. WILL NELSON 🔥 20 permits/30d Active 43 (43) Plumbing - Verifying…
16. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 📞 🔥 15 permits/30d Active 41 (41) Electrical - 🔒 Reveal
17. SAM HOLLEN 🔥 16 permits/30d Active 41 (41) Interior Renovation - Verifying…
18. NULL NULL; RAQUEL FLORES 🔥 23 permits/30d Active 39 (39) Plumbing - Verifying…
19. MATTHEW YOUNG 🔥 14 permits/30d Active 35 (35) Roofing - Verifying…
20. NULL NULL; MICHELLE CLANCY 🔥 13 permits/30d Active 34 (34) Landscaping & Exterior - Verifying…
21. BRANDON SHORES 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 33 (33) Electrical - Verifying…
22. NULL NULL; GERARDO PEREZ 🔥 16 permits/30d Active 29 (29) Roofing - Verifying…
23. NULL NULL; MORGAN MALONE 8 permits/30d Active 28 (28) Solar - Verifying…
24. MANNING SAVAGE 🔥 12 permits/30d Active 26 (26) Plumbing - Verifying…
25. INSPECTOR STEVENS 🔥 13 permits/30d Active 26 (26) HVAC - Verifying…

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Permit Types in Washington DC
Construction Activity in Washington DC

New building permits in Washington DC, District of Columbia 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 Washington DC Building Permits

Washington DC, District of Columbia processes thousands of building permits covering residential construction, commercial buildouts, renovations, and specialty trade work. PermitGrab tracks 9309+ Washington DC building permits — updated daily from official city sources.

Every new construction project in Washington DC 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 Washington DC.

How Contractors Use Washington DC Permit Data

HVAC contractors, electricians, plumbers, and roofers in Washington DC 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 Washington DC 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.

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Who pulled permits in Washington DC this week?

The most active contractors filing in Washington DC right now include MARGO RICKS, NA NA; BRYCE CARRINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HOUSING…, MARCOS ARREDONDO TORRES and NULL NULL; KARLEN MURRAY. PermitGrab tracks 4,785 active contractors across the metro, with new filings indexed on every refresh.

How fresh is Washington DC permit data?

Updated daily. Permit records carry filing date, address, project value, contractor name (where the source publishes it), and permit type, so a fresh row means a fresh lead.

What construction is happening in Washington DC right now?

In the last 30 days, Washington DC permitting activity covers 3,874 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington DC Building Permits

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PermitGrab currently tracks 9309 building permits in Washington DC, District of Columbia. Data is pulled directly from the official municipal open-data source on every collection cycle and includes permit number, address, permit type, contractor, status, and estimated value where available.

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PermitGrab collects Washington DC on every daemon cycle. Its municipal source is currently updated daily, so new permits appear here within 1–3 days of the source publishing them. The count above reflects the complete current record from that source.

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Real estate investors
Code violations in Washington DC = motivated sellers. Out-of-state landlord + active citation = top of the wholesale call list.
Contractors & subs
Every Washington DC GC who pulled a permit this week is sourcing labor and materials right now. Phone numbers included.
Home service companies
A Washington DC addition or remodel signals an HVAC, plumbing, or warranty upsell window. Reach owners while the project is fresh.
Solar installers
Roof permits and electrical upgrades in Washington DC are the highest-intent solar lead signals. Owner-occupant filter built in.
Insurance agents
Washington DC renovations trigger updated dwelling-coverage limits. Get the address-level signal before the renewal cycle does.
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