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Know Your Permits and Exact Project Costs Before You Build.

Homeowners, contractors, and investors use PermitPal to get a municipality-specific permit checklist AND a full material cost estimate — in under 60 seconds. No guessing. No fines. No budget surprises.

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$5,000+
Average fine for unpermitted work
38%
US homes with unpermitted additions
60 sec
Time to get your full report
2-in-1
Permits + cost estimate in one report
📋 Permit checklist
💰 Cost estimates
🔨 Material breakdown
🛒 Home Depot & Lowe's links
🔍 Inspector tips
⚠️ Common mistake warnings

Permit mistakes and budget surprises cost people everything.

Most homeowners don't know what permits they need or what their project will actually cost — until it's too late.

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Stop-Work Orders
Inspectors can shut down your entire project mid-build — leaving you with a half-finished renovation and mounting costs with no end in sight.
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Massive Fines
Unpermitted work can result in fines of $500 to $10,000+ depending on your municipality. Some cities charge per day the work remains unpermitted.
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Blown Budgets
Contractor quotes are just the start. Most homeowners don't know about permit fees, inspection costs, and material prices — until the bills arrive.
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Can't Sell Your Home
Unpermitted additions must be disclosed to buyers — and banks won't lend on homes with unpermitted work. It kills deals at the worst possible moment.
How It Works

Your complete project guide in 4 simple steps

Permits AND costs — no bureaucracy, no confusing city websites, no contractor calls.

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Enter Your ZIP Code
We identify your exact municipality and load its specific building codes and permit requirements.
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Describe Your Project
Pick your project type and tell us the size, scope, and whether you're hiring a contractor.
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AI Analyzes Everything
Our AI generates your permit checklist AND calculates a detailed material cost estimate using current RSMeans pricing data.
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Get Your Full Report
Receive your permit checklist, cost breakdown by material category, Home Depot & Lowe's shopping links, and inspector tips.
What's Included

Two reports in one — permits and costs

Everything you need to plan, budget, and build with confidence.

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Municipality-Specific Permit Checklist
Know exactly which permits you need for your city or county — not generic national advice, but rules specific to where you live and what you're building.
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Full Project Cost Estimate
Get a detailed material and labor cost breakdown by category — lumber, concrete, electrical, plumbing, and more — based on your size, quality level, and location.
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Permit Fee Estimates
See estimated permit fees and inspection costs before you apply — so you can budget the full project cost from day one.
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Home Depot & Lowe's Links
Every material category links directly to the right products at Home Depot and Lowe's so you can check real prices and order instantly.
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Inspector Tips
Learn exactly what building inspectors look for on your specific project type — so you pass on the first visit, not the third.
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Common Mistake Warnings
We flag the most common permit and budget mistakes for your project type in your region — so you avoid the pitfalls that trip up other homeowners.
Who Uses PermitPal

Built for anyone who builds

From first-time DIYers to seasoned contractors and investors.

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Homeowners
Planning a deck, finishing a basement, or adding a bathroom? Know your permits AND your exact material costs before you spend a dollar.
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Contractors & Builders
Run permit checks and cost estimates for every client project in seconds. The Pro plan pays for itself on the very first job.
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Real Estate Investors
Before you close on a fix-and-flip, know exactly what permits the rehab needs, what it'll cost to get them, and the full material budget.
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Property Managers
Managing renovations across multiple properties? Run permit and cost checks for every project without calling a single city office or contractor.
What People Are Saying

Real results from real projects

PermitPal users avoid costly mistakes and budget surprises every day.

★★★★★

"I was about to start my deck without permits AND had no idea what materials would cost. PermitPal gave me both in under a minute. The cost estimate alone saved me from massively underbudgeting."

— Mike T., Homeowner, Austin TX
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"As a contractor I used to spend hours figuring out permits and building material cost estimates for clients. PermitPal does both in 60 seconds. The Pro plan is a no-brainer."

— Sarah K., General Contractor, Denver CO
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"I use PermitPal before every fix-and-flip offer I make. Knowing the permits AND the full material cost breakdown helps me make better offers and avoid nasty surprises after closing."

— James R., Real Estate Investor, Phoenix AZ

⚠️ Don't start without your permits and budget

Every day people start renovations without the right permits AND without knowing what the project will actually cost. PermitPal solves both problems in one report — for less than a single hour with a contractor.

Simple Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing.

Choose the plan that fits your renovation needs. Instant access after purchase.

One-Time
$9.99
one-time payment
Buy Report
✓ 1 full permit report
✓ Full cost estimate
✓ Material breakdown
✓ Inspector tips
Starter
$14.99
per month
Start Starter
✓ 5 reports per month
✓ Permit checklists
✓ Cost estimates
✓ Email support
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$19.99
per month
Start Pro
✓ 15 reports per month
✓ Full cost estimates
✓ Material breakdowns
✓ Home Depot & Lowe's links
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$49.99
per month
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