Updated: Jun 06, 2026
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4554 TORRESDALE AVENUE, Philadelphia, PA, 19019
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Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar Plumber
Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar, 4554 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA (Owned by: Francis R. Di Giacomo) holds a Plumber license and 3 other licenses according to the Philadelphia license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 106 ranks in the top 7% of 125,106 Pennsylvania licensed contractors.
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Phone Number: (215) 941-8125
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Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar Philadelphia
Quality
106
93rd percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar has a BuildZoom score of 106, which places them above 93% of 125,106 contractors in Pennsylvania.
Activity
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11 projects
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2025 |
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14 projects
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2024 |
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49 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar has worked on at least
74.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Experience
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43 projects
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Home Additions |
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8 projects
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New Constructions |
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3 projects
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Commercial Renovations |
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70 projects
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Plumbing projects |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar mostly works on
plumbing project
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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7 projects
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< $5k |
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21 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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17 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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4 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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8 projects
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$100k-$250k |
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4 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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5 projects
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$500k-$1mil |
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2 projects
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $25,000. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar
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New construction of a detached structure. size and location per plans. for use as single-family household living with three accessory surface parking spaces. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geotech report. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c/o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is required. to be completed ... see more
Valuation:
$510,000
Permit #:
RP-2024-010490
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For new construction of a two (2) story wood-frame attached structure on reinforced concrete footings/foundations. for use as a single-family dwelling throughout. building shall be fully sprinklered (13d) separate permits required for all mechanical electrical plumbing and fire suppression systems. *protection of right-of-way pedestrians adjacent properties required during all constru... see more
Valuation:
$162,000
Permit #:
RP-2025-003381
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For new construction of a two (2) story wood-frame attached structure on reinforced concrete footings/foundations. for use as a single-family dwelling throughout. building shall be fully sprinklered (13d) separate permits required for all mechanical electrical plumbing and fire suppression systems. *protection of right-of-way pedestrians adjacent properties required during all constru... see more
Valuation:
$162,000
Permit #:
RP-2025-003359
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For new construction of a two (2) story wood-frame attached structure on reinforced concrete footings/foundations. for use as a single-family dwelling throughout. building shall be fully sprinklered (13d) separate permits required for all mechanical electrical plumbing and fire suppression systems. *protection of right-of-way pedestrians adjacent properties required during all constru... see more
Valuation:
$162,000
Permit #:
RP-2025-003357
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii alterations to an existing attached structure to include exterior work. for use as personal services as well as all other previously approved uses to remain. as per approved plans
Valuation:
$163,000
Permit #:
CP-2025-001024
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Cast iron/copper; pex/pvc; new 3 domestic water service curb traps and main drains; 68 water closets; 76 lavs; 54 bathtubs; 13 showers; 56 kitchen sinks; 55 washer boxes; 2 hot water heaters; 1 mop sink; 1 roof top sink; 7 roof drains; 1 sump pump; 1 sewage ejector; 4 floor drains; 7 hose bibbs
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
PP-2023-003559
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction ...
Building Type:
N/A
Install 3 inch water service 1 curb trap 1 fai 1 building drain 73 water closets 71 shower/tubs 91 lavatories 46 floor drains 3 hose bibbs 46 washing machine boxes 48 hot water heaters 46 kitchen sinks 1 janitor sink 1 ejector sump pump 1 sump pump 5 roof drains 1 garage drain 2 yard drains and 1 backflow preventer according to the 2018 ppc
Valuation:
$450,000
Permit #:
PP-2022-014777
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction ...
Building Type:
N/A
For alterations to existing structure to include interior walls and finishes to create office space the replacement of garage doors for a commercial vehicle repair and maintenance with accessory office space as per approved plans
Valuation:
$289,300
Permit #:
CP-2021-002756
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For level ii alterations for future fit-out as a coffee shop (no certificate of occupancy under this permit). separate permits required for mechanical electrical plumbing and fire suppression work
Valuation:
$152,000
Permit #:
CP-2025-004905
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Pex and pvc; cast iron and copper 4 ds; curb traps and main drains 16 roof drains; 244 water closets; 284 lavs; 183 bathtubs; 50 showers; 188 kitchen sinks; 187 washer boxes; 196 hot water heaters; 1 dog wash; 5 mop sinks; 3 sump pumps interior and exterior plumbing
Valuation:
$999,000
Permit #:
PP-2023-012148
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction ...
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of an attached three-story structure of type va construction with a cellar and a roof deck with a roof access structure as per plans. for four (4) dwelling units with layout as shown. amendment (10/25/2024) to change structural components as per revised plans
Valuation:
$600,000
Permit #:
CP-2022-006843
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Interior plumbing work 88 water closets; 88 lavs; 78 showers; 88 kitchen sinks; 88 washer boxes; 28 electric hot water heaters; 6 roof drains; 10 hose bibbs; 1 sump pump; 2 sewage ejectors pex and pvc and cast iron and copper
Valuation:
$700,000
Permit #:
PP-2023-008053
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction ...
Building Type:
N/A
For exterior and level iii interior alterations to an existing three (3) story semi-detached structure to create a four (4) family dwelling (r-2 use & occupancy classification) as per approved plans and in accordance with 2018 iebc. unit #1 to be a type b unit. building to be fully sprinklered with a minimum of a nfpa 13r automatic sprinkler system. work includes underpinning. separat... see more
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
CP-2020-002098
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of an addition on the second and third floor of an existing building structure for use a commercial space (separate use permit/fitout to obtained under a separate permit) with a three family dwelling above. each unit has own exit building to be sprinklered in accordance with nfpa 13. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engin... see more
Valuation:
$1,019,782
Permit #:
CP-2021-001512
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For new construction of an attached building per approved plans. separate permits required for mechanical electrical plumbing and fire suppression
Valuation:
$162,000
Permit #:
RP-2025-003380
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Amend permit 8/8/2022 for change of special inspection agency erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report. separate permits required for sprinkler (13d) work. (underpinnning is not part of this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2015 irc prescriptive approach. prior to issuance of c.... see more
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
RP-2020-010386
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
2020-010836 erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report. separate permits required for sprinkler ( minimum 13d) work. (underpinnning is not part of this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2015 irc prescriptive approach. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist and ... see more
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
RP-2020-010836
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Amendment to change special inspection agency to ambric erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report. separate permits required for sprinkler ( minimum 13d) work. (underpinnning is not part of this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2015 irc prescriptive approach. prior to issuance of... see more
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
RP-2020-010847
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Amend permit to change special inspection agency to ambric tech erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report. separate permits required for sprinkler ( minimum 13d) work. (underpinnning is not part of this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2015 irc prescriptive approach. prior to iss... see more
Valuation:
$250,000
Permit #:
RP-2020-010851
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Interior and exterior plumbing 18 fixtures & pex/pvc throughout. install 1 wdp sanitary and storm ct fai & md. install 3 water closets 4 lavs; 2 bathtubs; 2 showers; 1 kitchen sink; 1 washer box; 1 hot water heater; 2 roof drains; 1 sew ejector & 1 sump pump
Valuation:
$17,500
Permit #:
PP-2024-004856
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction ...
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| HIC # | 39245 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Philadelphia |
| Type | Plumber |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.
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License Not Verified
| HIC # | PA135609 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of October, 2025. Check the current license status of Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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License Not Verified
| HIC # | PA077568 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | Plumbing And Heating |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of April, 2017. Check the current license status of Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar with the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General
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Inactive License
| HIC # | PA077568 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Pennsylvania |
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106
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Utica National Insurance Company |
| Insured up to | $200,000 |
681
Permits
- Building permit records show that Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar has worked on 681 permitted projects.
Francis Digiacomo and Ben Galligar Employees
BG
Benjamin S. Galligar
Owner
FG
Francis R. Di Giacomo
Owner
FH
Frankie D Plumbing & Heating