Over 98% of all privately owned residential spaces are constructed in permit-issuing areas, which means that no matter the project you have in mind, odds are you’re going to need a permit for it. However, applying for the correct permit …
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Building Permit Services
There’s absolutely no question that having the right permits for whatever job you need to complete is absolutely essential. However, that doesn’t mean you have to go through the stressful and time-consuming process of obtaining them all by yourself. Here …
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Important Reasons Why You Should Apply for Building Permits
The main purpose of building permits is to ensure the safety of commercial construction projects. We manage the entire permit process to secure your success. The post Important Reasons Why You Should Apply for Building Permits, updated in April of …
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Understanding Building Permits for Homeowners
A building permit is an official approval by the local jurisdiction to proceed with a construction project. It is intended to ensure that the project plans comply with local standards for land use, zoning and construction to ensure the safety …
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Scout Services Experiences Record Month of Roofing Permit Activity
CHICAGO, March 2, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Scout Services, LLC. announced today that roofing permits processed through its automated service surged in February 2016 to a record monthly level. “What has traditionally been a very frustrating, manual and time-consuming exercise, can …
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How to Identify a Property Correctly
When you need some questions answered from a permitting or planning department, it can be challenging for them to assist you unless you are able to provide them with a good identification of the subject property or PIP (properly identifying …
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Illinois General Contractor Licensing
The construction industry is not regulated by the State of Illinois as a whole. In Illinois, each individual city and municipality have established their own laws in order to regulate general contractors. If a contractor is looking to begin any …
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General Contractor License Permit – Things to Consider When Selecting a Contractor
When taking on a construction project, there are so many things to think about, and it can be so freeing to pass off the burden to someone else. However, it is not simply a matter of choosing just anyone; it’s …
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How to Get a Plumbing License in Illinois
Any plumber or plumbing contracts needs to get a license before they are able to do any work in Illinois. In order to obtain a license, plumbers will need to pass their Plumbing License Exam, which will cover topics such …
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