Permit Details: Quincy, MA
3,580 permits worth $135.0M issued in 2025.
Year-over-Year Permit Data (2021 – 2025)
Annual permit counts and construction values broken down by trade.
| Year | Total Permits | Total Value | Electrical | Plumbing | Building | Mechanical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,700 | $148.0M | 1,260 | 890 | 1,115 | 435 |
| 2022 | 3,600 | $142.0M | 1,225 | 865 | 1,085 | 425 |
| 2023 | 3,320 | $118.0M | 1,130 | 800 | 995 | 395 |
| 2024 | 3,450 | $125.0M | 1,175 | 830 | 1,035 | 410 |
| 2025 | 3,580 | $135.0M | 1,220 | 860 | 1,075 | 425 |
Permit Volume Trend
Total annual permit counts for the past 5 years.
Average Permit Value Trend
The average project cost has shifted over the past 5 years.
Permit Type Deep Dive
Detailed breakdown of permit types with trends.
| Permit Type | % of Total | Avg Value | 5yr Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 33% | $3K | ↗ Steady growth |
| Building | 29% | $35K | → Stable |
| Plumbing | 24% | $6K | ↗ Slight increase |
| Mechanical/HVAC | 14% | $9K | ↗ Rising with heat pump adoption |
Seasonal Patterns
Building activity follows predictable seasonal cycles in New England.
Spring (Mar–May)
~35% of annual permits
Peak season for building permits as outdoor projects begin.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
~30% of annual permits
High volume for HVAC and roofing work.
Fall (Sep–Nov)
~25% of annual permits
Interior renovations and weatherization projects.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
~10% of annual permits
Low season—mostly emergency repairs and interior work.
Contractor Ranking
The top 5 most active contractors by permit count in 2025.
#1
Sullivan Electric Co Electrical
245 permits $3,500 avg
#2
Manganello Plumbing & Heating Plumbing
178 permits $5,200 avg
#3
Rutherford Construction Building
120 permits $31,000 avg
#4
South Shore HVAC Services Mechanical/HVAC
95 permits $8,500 avg
#5
Adams Building & Remodeling Building
68 permits $38,000 avg