Why is my roofer not pulling a permit?

Some roofing contractors don’t pull a permit simply to cut costs but often times there are more serious implications when a contractor is not pulling a permit.

When does a roofing contractor need a permit?

The roofing contractor performing the work is responsible for obtaining a permit from the city before work begins. They notify the city once they have completed the work and the city will come and inspect the work once they have been notified that the work has been completed by the contractor.

What happens if you pull a construction permit?

If you pull the permit, you will be considered the contractor (at least in the eyes of the city) and liable if there is a construction problem. Contractors are also often familiar with the process and the city’s inspector (s). The contractor’s preexisting relationship with the city may work to your benefit.

When is the best time to pull a building permit?

Pulling construction permits before making structural changes to your property is highly recommended as the job will be checked regularly by a building inspector throughout the project ensuring that everything is being done up to code. This type of work is typically work associated with specific trades like electrical, plumbing, roofing, etc.

What happens if a roof is done without a permit?

That is, if no permit was pulled on the roofing work, and a claim is at some point filed with the company that wrote the homeowners’ insurance policy because for any reason the roof failed, the insurer is perfectly within its rights to deny the claim. In many cases, a city or other entity can order work done without required permits to be redone.

If you pull the permit, you will be considered the contractor (at least in the eyes of the city) and liable if there is a construction problem. Contractors are also often familiar with the process and the city’s inspector (s). The contractor’s preexisting relationship with the city may work to your benefit.

Can a rental company pull a building permit?

If its an investment – rental or fix-and-flip – owner cannot pull permits. I learned this lesson the hard way when I tried to pull permits on my first rental fix-up project. You need to have a valid GC license in the city to pull permits unless you’re the owner and living in the house. Same here in Little Rock.

How much does it cost to get a roof permit?

In some townships or cities, pulling a roof permit can add hundreds of dollars to the cost of a re-roof, and if competitors don’t bother, you’re already adding that much more cost to the job that makes their price less than your own.