Updated: Dec 19, 2025
Location and Projects
Address
1522 Hess St, Columbus, OH, 43212
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J.S. Brown & Co. Construction
J.S. Brown & Co. was established in 1978 by founder and namesake Jeffrey S. Brown. Over the last four decades, our team of professionals has been invited into thousands of homes in the central Ohio area. From basements to rooftops, we've used our craft to improve rooms and spaces of all shapes and sizes and we've transformed homes into showpieces that enhance the owners' lives and increase the value of their most important investment.
Mission Statement
We are committed to continuing a legacy of partnering with people who are passionate about quality, service, teamwork, and respect, while creating a fun experience that transforms homes and improves quality of life.
From BuildZoom: J.S. Brown & Co., 1522 Hess St, Columbus, OH (Owned by: Jeffrey Brown) holds a Hic General license and 5 other licenses according to the Columbus license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 117 ranks in the top 1% of 52,717 Ohio licensed contractors.
Their license was verified as active when we last checked. If you are thinking of hiring J.S. Brown & Co., we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our project planner to get competitive quotes.
J.S. Brown & Co. Contact Information
Phone Number: (614) 291-6876
Address: 1522 Hess St, Columbus, OH 43212
J.S. Brown & Co. Columbus
Quality
117
99th percentile
Pro tip:
We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
J.S. Brown & Co. has a BuildZoom score of 117, which places them above 99% of 52,717 contractors in Ohio.
Activity
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24 projects
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2025 |
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22 projects
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2024 |
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44 projects
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2023 |
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30 projects
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2022 |
Our building permit records indicate that J.S. Brown & Co. has worked on at least
120.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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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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50 projects
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Home Additions |
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20 projects
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Kitchen remodels |
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5 projects
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Multi-room remodels |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that J.S. Brown & Co. mostly works on
home addition
and kitchen remodel
projects.
Pricing
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5 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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38 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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35 projects
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$50k-$100k |
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6 projects
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$100k-$250k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $49,677. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 2 story framed 1 family dwelling by building a 12’x 12’ 3-season room over new deck to rear of house. electric and mechanical permit required. conditions of the occupancy n/a sprinkler system: none fire alarm system: smoke alarms a... see more
Valuation:
$53,000
Permit #:
ALTR2505391
Status:
complete
Fee:
$350
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 2 story split level framed 1 family dwelling by remodeling upper level bathroom. remove and replace drywall + insulation install new shower pan lavatory and toilet new electric layout plumbing lines bathroom fans + ducting. separat... see more
Valuation:
$23,316
Permit #:
ALTR2502268
Status:
complete
Fee:
$300
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 2 story split level framed 1 family dwelling by remodeling upper level bathroom. remove and replace drywall + insulation install new shower pan lavatory and toilet new electric layout plumbing lines bathroom fans + ducting. separat... see more
Valuation:
$23,316
Permit #:
ALTR2502268
Status:
complete
Fee:
$300
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 story framed 1 family dwelling: project scope is to remove and replace shower base and surround conditions/notes: none sprinkler system: none fire alarm system: smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms record/... see more
Valuation:
$9,164
Permit #:
ALTR2509346
Status:
complete
Fee:
$350
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 story framed 1 family dwelling: project scope is to remove and replace shower base and surround conditions/notes: none sprinkler system: none fire alarm system: smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms record/... see more
Valuation:
$9,164
Permit #:
ALTR2509346
Status:
complete
Fee:
$350
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 2 story framed 1 family dwelling: project scope is to reconfigure 1st floor to addition 1 bedroom and convert ½ bathroom into full bathroom and move laundry into new closet space conditions/notes: none sprinkle... see more
Valuation:
$91,730
Permit #:
ALTR2517105
Status:
issued
Fee:
$350
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 story framed 1 family dwelling: project scope is to building a 16’x36’room addition on a crawl space foundation for a family room and bedroom. ***plre2425346 revision to include (3) bathroom remodels kitchen ... see more
Valuation:
$125,000
Permit #:
ADDR2316442
Status:
complete
Fee:
$675
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio description of work: alter a 1 story frame 1 family dwelling by remodeling kitchen and (2)two bathrooms per approved plans. hvac electric and plumbing permits required. electrical lighting and receptacles will be installed per nec. separate mep permits required fire alarm system: smoke alarms and carbon ... see more
Valuation:
$123,419
Permit #:
ALTR2306621
Status:
complete
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 2 story framed 1 family dwelling: project scope is to addition roof dormer and remodel the interior of the 2nd floor. proposed work is to increase the ceiling height to addition office space on the 2nd floor. s... see more
Valuation:
$91,373
Permit #:
ADDR2244877
Status:
complete
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 story framed 2 family dwelling by removing existing deck and constructing a new 10’x12’ wood frame attached deck with an aluminum frame sunroom & shed roof. all wood in contact with the ground must be pressur... see more
Valuation:
$52,000
Permit #:
ADDR2402294
Status:
complete
Fee:
$375
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 family dwelling by building a 10’x 12’ three season room on a existing concrete slab to the rear of the house. new pier footings in existing slab per plan. electric permit required framing and headers will be... see more
Valuation:
$39,000
Permit #:
ALTR2415187
Status:
complete
Fee:
$500
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 story framed 1 family dwelling: project scope is to construct a 12’x18’ screened in deck conditions/notes: none sprinkler system: none fire alarm system: smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms record/history... see more
Valuation:
$86,000
Permit #:
ALTR2511352
Status:
complete
Fee:
$750
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 family dwelling by building a 12’x 12’ three season room on a new attached deck to the rear of the house. 4’x 6’ two-tier stairs/landing. demolish existing deck. electric permit required framing and headers w... see more
Valuation:
$45,000
Permit #:
ADDR2306413
Status:
complete
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 family dwelling by building a 12’x 12’ three season room on a new 12’x 16’ concrete slab with new pier footings to the rear of the house. framing and headers will be installed and sized per plan. all wood in ... see more
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
ADDR2302393
Status:
complete
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 family dwelling by building a 20’x 10’ three season room on a new cocrete slab with pier footings to the rear of the house. framing and headers will be installed and sized per plan. all wood in contact with t... see more
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
ADDR2251363
Status:
complete
Fee:
$75
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 story framed 1 family dwelling: project scope is to enlarge the front porch slab and covered roof sprinkler system: none fire alarm system: none conditions of the plan approval: approved documents are require... see more
Valuation:
$52,126
Permit #:
ADDR2229767
Status:
complete
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 2 story framed 1 family dwelling: by building a 12’x12’ unconditioned three season room on new 12’x12’ attached wood frame deck in the rear yard of the house per plans and engineer drawings renewal of expired p... see more
Valuation:
$43,000
Permit #:
ADDR2249605
Status:
complete
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio description of work: alter a 2 story frame 1 family dwelling by adding a new 24’x24’ 2 car attached garage with 2nd floor master bedroom suite lvl cut sheets and truss drawings will be on-site by the time of inspection. electrical lighting and receptacles will be installed per nec. fire alarm system: smo... see more
Valuation:
$158,018
Permit #:
ALTR2135705
Status:
complete
Fee:
$225
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 story 1 family dwelling by building 10’x14’ wood frame attached deck with engineered aluminum framed sunroom. all wood in contact with the ground must be pressure or preservative-treated wood. guard and handrails shall be install... see more
Valuation:
$71,000
Permit #:
ALTR2506525
Status:
complete
Fee:
$550
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Plan approval: final reviewed for compliance under: 2019 residential code of ohio use/occupancy group: 1 2 3 family dwelling construction type: v-b description of work: alter a 1 story framed 1 family dwelling by building a 12’x20’ pre-manufacture attached studio sunroom over a 4” concrete slab with pier footers and electric on the rear of the residence. separate mep permits required ... see more
Valuation:
$78,575
Permit #:
ADDR2331165
Status:
complete
Fee:
$375
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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J.S. Brown & Co. License info
Verified License
| License # | HIC01608 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Columbus |
| Type | Hic General |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of December 2025.
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Verified License
| License # | HIC0183 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Ohio |
- BuildZoom has not verified this license since January, 2010.
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Verified License
| License # | OHHIC0183 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Ohio |
- BuildZoom has not verified this license since June, 2015.
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Inactive License
| License # | NAT-20643-3 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
- According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Inactive License
| License # | G07688 |
| Status | Inactive |
| City | Columbus |
| Type | General Cont |
- According to the The City of Columbus, OH, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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Inactive License
| License # | NAT-20643-2 |
| Status | Inactive |
| Nation | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Type | Renovation |
- According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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117
BuildZoom Score
490
Permits
- Building permit records show that J.S. Brown & Co. has worked on 490 permitted projects.
J.S. Brown & Co. Employees
JB
Jeffrey Brown
Owner
JB
Jeffrey S Brown