The permit outlives the contractor who pulled it
Open permits stay attached to the property and surface at the title search, years after whoever opened them left. Unpermitted work surfaces the same way. We research the history with the county, correct what it takes, coordinate the inspections and close it out.
- Roughly 70 expired permits closed to date
- After-the-fact permits for work that never had one
- We are your liaison with the building department
- Corrections handled in house, no waiting on a sub
All five Florida trade licenses, in house
- GeneralCGC1518648
- PlumbingCFC1428287
- RoofingCCC1333495
- HVACCAC1821988
- ElectricalEC13015822
What this covers
Two different permit problems
They sound alike and they are not. One is a permit that exists and was never closed. The other is work the county has no record of at all.
How it runs
From open permit to closed out
- 01
Permit research
We pull the property record from the county and find out what is actually open, expired, or missing. Everything after this depends on knowing that, not guessing at it.
- 02
Code assessment
An on-site look at the work against current code, so we can tell you what has to be corrected before an inspector will sign anything.
- 03
Filing and corrections
We file with the building department and make the corrections in house across all five trades, which is what keeps it from stalling between contractors.
- 04
Inspections to final
We act as your liaison with the county, schedule the inspections and follow it through to approval and closeout.
Next step
Tell us about the permit
Send the address, the violation letter, or whatever the title search turned up. We start with the county record, not a guess.
Pay at closing
On qualifying jobs we do the work now and collect from proceeds at the closing table, so the seller does not come out of pocket first.
How it worksPermit quote
Three questions and your details. Nothing else needed to start.
FAQ
Permit questions
What is the difference between closing a permit and an after-the-fact permit?
Closing a permit finishes something the county already has on record: the permit exists, the work was started, nobody ever got the final inspection. An after-the-fact permit is for work the county has no record of at all, which has to be documented and brought to code before it can be approved.
Why do I have an open permit I never pulled?
Because a permit belongs to the property, not the contractor. Whoever pulled it moved on and never closed it out, and it stayed attached to the address. Most people find out at the title search.
Can I sell with an open or unpermitted item?
It is risky. It surfaces in the title search, stalls closings, scares buyers and can trigger code enforcement. Resolving it before you list protects the sale.
Will I have to tear the work out?
Not always. Many projects pass with corrections. We inspect first and find the path that keeps as much intact as possible. If the inspector needs to see inside a wall, our quote includes opening it and putting it back.
How long does it take?
It depends on scope, the county backlog and what has to be corrected. We tell you what we are seeing after the permit research rather than guessing on day one.
Do you do the repairs as well?
Yes, and that is separate work with its own process. If a 4-point or wind mitigation inspection came back failed, start on the 4-point repairs page.
The preferred partner for every deal
- FastTimely solutions for inspection deadlines
- AssuranceNo surprises, scope and pricing in writing
- TrustedFully licensed and insured in-house team
- InsightFluent in 4-point needs and timelines
- SupportAll re-inspection and underwriting handled
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What people say
As a Realtor, I cannot express how pleased I am to be able to refer 4Pt Punchlist to my sellers. It makes sense to have a professional company who understands how important it is to correct any failing 4-point inspection issues. Also, I love the fact that one company can address many different issues including Electric, HVAC, Plumbing, etc. No need to waste a lot of time meeting with a bunch of different professionals. 4Pt Punchlist is definitely an asset to Realtors and Sellers!
My sellers needed to replace their central air conditioning unit before closing but did not have the funds to pay upfront. 4Pt Punchlist stepped in, installed the new HVAC system before closing, and allowed payment to be made directly from the seller proceeds at closing. They were prompt in providing a quote and completing the work, and what really stood out was their honest pricing. My sellers had already received a quote from another company, and 4Pt Punchlist pricing was completely in line, proving they do not take advantage of sellers with limited options due to closing constraints.
Great concept! We needed repairs done quickly involving roofing, plumbing, and electrical. Rather than having to deal with several separate companies this company was able to handle all the repairs. Also they were able to see our punchlist repairs and photos and give us a quote without having to make a separate trip out to the house. The repairs were superb. The repairmen were on time, courteous and professional.
Different problem?
4-Point Repairs
The 4-point or wind mitigation came back failed. That is a separate service with its own process.
One list. One contractor. One quote.
Send us the report and we will price the whole thing in one scope.