How It Works · Greater Los Angeles
How Permit Matching Works
From the first consultation to the final walkthrough, one licensed contractor designs, permits, and builds your project.
The Traditional Way vs. The Permit Matching Way
Traditional Contractor Search
Search through dozens of online reviews
Contact 5-10 contractors for quotes
Get bombarded by competing sales pitches
Unsure whether the pricing is fair
Hope you picked the right one
Spend weeks of your time
The Permit Matching Way
One contractor, start to finish
Your own design and build team
We pull the permit under our own license
Honest, line-item pricing
One team accountable for the result
A schedule we keep you on
Our Process, Step by Step
STEP 01
Free Consultation
We talk through your project, your priorities, timeline, and budget — by phone or at your property. You’re talking to the contractor, not a call center.
What we cover:
- Project scope and goals
- Your timeline and flexibility
- A realistic budget range
- Your must-haves and priorities
Timeline:
A call within one business day.
STEP 02
Design & Scope
We turn your goals into a clear design and a detailed, line-item scope so there are no vague allowances or surprise change orders later.
What you get:
- Concept and layout
- Material direction
- A detailed, line-item scope
- A written estimate
Timeline:
Depends on the size of your project.
STEP 03
Permits & Plans
We prepare the drawings and pull the permit under our own CSLB license, then manage plan check and the city’s corrections directly.
What we handle:
- Construction drawings
- Plan-check submittal
- Corrections handled for you
- Permit issued before work starts
Timeline:
Varies by jurisdiction — we give you an honest schedule up front.
STEP 04
Build
Our own in-house crews build it — one accountable team on site, clear communication, and a schedule we keep you on.
What to expect:
- Site prep
- Structure and systems
- Finishes
- Regular updates as work progresses
Timeline:
Project-specific — set during design and scope.
STEP 05
Final Walkthrough
We walk the finished work with you, complete the punch list, and pass the final inspection so your project is done right and signed off.
What we close out:
- A shared punch list
- Final inspection
- Warranty — we stand behind the work
- A clean handoff
Timeline:
The last days of your project.
No Pressure. Ever.
If we’re not the right fit for your project — for any reason — just tell us. Chemistry and personal preference matter, and your project matters more than any single job to us.
We can:
- Talk through what didn’t work and adjust the plan
- Answer any questions about the estimate or scope
- Respectfully step aside if you’ve found another contractor
We’re here to help, not to pressure. The consultation is free and there’s no obligation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- 01
Is this really free?
The consultation is free. When you move forward, you get one detailed estimate — honest, line-item pricing, with the scope and the number spelled out before we start.
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Are you licensed?
Yes — we’re a licensed, bonded & insured California general contractor, and our CSLB license number is available upon request. See the standard we build to.
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What if I’ve already hired a contractor?
No problem at all. We’re glad you found someone you trust. If your situation changes or you have a future project, we’re here to help.
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Ready to Get Started?
Tell us about your project and we’ll set up a free consultation — one licensed contractor to design, permit, and build it.