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ProFix Directory

Permit Requirements by Trade (Ohio)

A homeowner screen for common jobs. Confirm locally before work starts.

Usually needs a permit

[ ] Water heater replacement, gas line work, sewer repair, or major plumbing reroutes.
[ ] Furnace, AC, heat pump, boiler, or ductwork replacement.
[ ] Electrical panel upgrades, new circuits, EV chargers, generators, or service changes.
[ ] Roof replacement, structural deck work, additions, or major concrete right-of-way work.

May need a permit

[ ] Drain cleaning, fixture swaps, small appliance hookups, or non-structural repairs.
[ ] Fence, driveway, patio, shed, or exterior work affected by city, HOA, or zoning rules.
[ ] Storm, flood, fire, mold, or insurance work where inspection records matter later.

Questions to ask

[ ] Which office issues the permit: county, city, township, or village?
[ ] Who is listed as contractor of record?
[ ] When is inspection scheduled and how will I receive proof of approval?