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Building Inspectors Help Keep Polk County Homes Safe

Imagine this: It’s hurricane season and the storm clouds are rolling in. The wind is ramping up. Forecasters are calling for 80-mile per hour (or faster) gusts. So, the question is, is your house safe? Will it hold up to the wind? If you answered “yes,” do you know what’s making it safe? Who is […]

Do I Need a Building Permit?

You might wonder if you need to obtain a building permit to work on your own house. Well, a permit is not always needed, but when it is, it’s for your own good and for the good of the community. Getting a permit in Polk County means that building inspectors have reviewed your plans, making […]