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Quick 5-Minute Setup

After subscribing, you'll complete a simple onboarding form where you tell us:

Your trade specialties (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, etc.)

Service area ZIP codes (3-5 ZIPs where you want work)

Markets to monitor (Nashville, Raleigh, or both)

Optional preferences (typical project size, preferred GCs)

You can update these preferences anytime in your dashboard.

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24/7 Automated Monitoring

Our system connects directly to Nashville and Raleigh city permit APIs and checks for new commercial building permits every 30 minutes.

What We Monitor:

Nashville Davidson County commercial building permits

Raleigh Wake County commercial building permits

Projects with minimum $10,000 valuation

This includes new construction, renovations, tenant improvements, and major system installations. We filter out amendments, revisions, and residential projects.

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SmartScore™ Priority Ranking

When a new permit is found, we calculate a priority score (0-100) based on:

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Note: SmartScore is a priority ranking tool, not a win probability. It helps you focus on opportunities most aligned with your business profile.

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Instant Alerts Delivered

High-priority matches are sent to you via SMS and email, typically within minutes of the permit being issued.

Sample SMS Alert:

PERMITPROWLER ALERT

$175,000 Commercial Building
Location: 123 Main St, Nashville
GC: Smith Construction
SmartScore: 85/100

GC Phone: (615) 555-1234
GC Email: info@smithconstruction.com

Intro link: permitprowler.com/intro?id=...

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Take Action Fast

Click the introduction link in your alert to generate a professional email requesting bid packages:

Pre-filled with your company qualifications

Requests drawings, specifications, and ITB documents

Never includes pricing (you provide that after reviewing docs)

Sent directly to the GC on your behalf

You're CC'd on every email sent

Or use the contact info provided to reach out via phone/email directly.

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