Verify property conditions, check for unpermitted modifications, and assess renovation history — all from public building permit records across 24 U.S. cities.
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Building permits reveal what's been done to a property — and what hasn't. A property with no permits but visible renovations is a red flag. A property with recent electrical and plumbing upgrades is a better risk.
Sellers and policyholders claim upgrades. Permit records confirm whether the work was actually permitted and inspected.
Visible modifications without corresponding permits indicate potential code violations, safety issues, and liability risk.
A property with recent roof, electrical, and plumbing permits is in better condition than one with no permit activity in 20 years.
Pull the full permit history for any address during the application process. Verify the age of the roof, HVAC system, and electrical panel without sending an inspector.
After a claim, check whether the damaged component was properly permitted and installed. Unpermitted work may affect coverage.
Scan your book of business against permit records to identify properties with aging systems or recent high-value renovations that change the risk profile.
Verify that contractors involved in claims or repairs have an active permit history and track record of completed projects.
Property history for any address. 5.6M+ permits. API access in 30 seconds.