Make your permit wishes come true
Professional permit help for contractors and homeowners in Orange County
Orange County is comprised of 35 cities and several unincorporated areas, each with their own building requirements. With so many jurisdictions, pulling permits and passing inspections can be a nightmare for contractors (and homeowners!). Fortunately we have years of experience with the various building departments, their permit applications and inspections procedures.
What's our secret? Simple. Our company is made up of experienced contractors across the electrical, plumbing, and HVAC trades. Combined, we have completed THOUSANDS of permits and inspections throughout Orange County. In addition to our firsthand experience, we deploy the latest technology and software to expedite your permits.
Remember, when you hire Permit Genie, the Genie becomes part of your team and at your command! Our mission is to get you through the permitting process as efficiently as possible.
Permit Running Services
We specialize in most over-the-counter and online permits for Building, Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, Patio Cover, Plumbing, Pools, Retaining Wall, Roofing, Sign Permits, and Solar.
Permit Running
No need to wait in line. We take your completed documents to city hall, fill out the application, wait for issuance and deliver your permits to wherever you need.
Plan Check
We will review your documents to ensure they satisfy building codes and city requirements. This includes consulting with the appropriate personnel at city hall.
Load Calculation
If your project requires an electrical load calculation or panel schedule, we are your go-to experts.
Site Plan
Many permits require a schematic drawing of your project, such as a line diagram or CAD drawing.
Inspection Scheduling
Scheduling is trickier than it sounds and each city is different. As a courtesy, we will schedule one final inspection for you at no cost when you hire us for a permit run.
Consulting
Have a project that requires permits but don't know where to start? Simply email or call us. For basic requests, we're happy to give free advice. For more complex projects, we may need to charge a consulting fee.
Permit History
Hire us to request and deliver historical permits pulled on your project address.
Business License
Let us apply for, renew (or cancel), and track your various city business licenses in one place. We will notify you when your business license is about to expire.
Why hire us to pull your permit?
Former Contractors
First and foremost, we are former contractors. Not only do we know building codes, we also know your pain when it comes to permitting. We have been put through the wringer by various permit technicians and city inspectors! Our experience can save you the pain of dealing with the bureaucracy, so you can focus on actually building!
Not just "runners"
Unlike other "permit services", we do more than just stand in line for you. If you need more than just a permit runner, we pride ourselves in assisting with the more technical aspects of permitting, such as electrical load calculations and site plans. We become a part of your team, communicating and strategizing with you at every step.
We're local
When it comes to permitting, having local connections can save your project. Simply put, knowing and being known by permit staff throughout Orange County enhances trust and understanding. Moreover, we are here to meet at your job site if requested. Like you, we take pride in where we work and live here in beautiful OC!
Permit Genie Guarantee
We guarantee your permit paperwork to be correct the first time, or we will make the necessary changes free of charge. While much of this depends on the accuracy of the information that you provide, we always make sure to dot our i's and cross our t's. Our quotes are up front and we honor them regardless of any complications that inevitably arise.
Get your first permit free*
* Offer applies to contractors or homeowners with multiple permit requests
Allow us to win your future business by showing you results. First, let's discuss your project. Please submit as much information as you're comfortable sharing. If we can do it, we will do it for free. You only pay the actual permit fees charged by your city.