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Michael J Makara Plumbing & Heating Inc
Michael J Makara Plumbing & Heating Inc, 38 N Central Ave, Philadelphia, PA (Employee: Plumb Tech Llc) holds a Plumber license and 4 other licenses according to the Philadelphia license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 105 ranks in the top 8% of 125,106 Pennsylvania licensed contractors.
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Phone Number: (215) 870-6739
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Michael J Makara Plumbing & Heating Inc Philadelphia
Quality
105
92nd percentile
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Michael J Makara Plumbing & Heating Inc has a BuildZoom score of 105, which places them above 92% of 125,106 contractors in Pennsylvania.
Activity
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3 projects
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2025 |
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2 projects
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2024 |
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18 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Michael J Makara Plumbing & Heating Inc has worked on at least
23.0 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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11 projects
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New Constructions |
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4 projects
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Home Additions |
Analyzing permits over the last 4 years shows that Michael J Makara Plumbing & Heating Inc mostly works on
new construction
and home addition
projects.
Pricing
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1 project
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$20k-$50k |
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
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16 projects
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$250k-$500k |
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2 projects
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$500k-$1mil |
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4 projects
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$1mil+ |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $382,500. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Michael J Makara Plumbing & Heating Inc
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Level ii alterations with partial change of occupancy to create a child care center (group i-4) on the first floor of an existing building (see cp-2023-000797 for base building permit) as per approved plans. building fully sprinklered. *2018 iebc review* **separate permits required for mep & fire suppression work**
Valuation:
$582,600
Permit #:
CP-2025-001233
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
For the new construction of an attached three-story vb building for the use of vacant space (separate permit required prior to occuancy) at the first floor and r2 occupancy (4 dwelling units) on second and third floors. all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. **a covered walkway or sidewalk closure shall ... see more
Valuation:
$1,306,000
Permit #:
CP-2024-003547
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
New construction of mixed type ia/va construction five (5) story above grade plane w. basement & private roof deck mixed-use multi-family dwelling of reinforced concerete matt w. stem wall foundation structural steel w. composite deck & lower levels open web wood truss (deferred) & light-frame wood construction per approved plans; building to be fully sprinklered per nfpa 13. separate... see more
Valuation:
$2,100,000
Permit #:
969476
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For change of occupancy (group b) and level iii alterations to include new partitions fixtures furnishings finishes as per approved plans. separate permits required for mep work. amendment approved as of 6/10/25: to update the layout of a portion of the third floor plan. size and location as shown in the amended plans
Valuation:
$5,200,000
Permit #:
CP-2024-005129
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report and excavation plan. separate permits required for electrical mechanical plumbing and sprinkler (13d) work. underpinning is part of this permit with continuance inspections. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o subm... see more
Valuation:
$382,500
Permit #:
RP-2023-011317
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report and excavation plan. separate permits required for electrical mechanical plumbing and sprinkler (13d) work. underpinning is part of this permit with continuance inspections. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o subm... see more
Valuation:
$382,500
Permit #:
RP-2023-011388
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report and excavation plan. separate permits required for electrical mechanical plumbing and sprinkler (13d) work. (no underpinning on this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist a... see more
Valuation:
$382,500
Permit #:
RP-2023-011382
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report and excavation plan. separate permits required for electrical mechanical plumbing and sprinkler (13d) work. (no underpinning on this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist a... see more
Valuation:
$382,500
Permit #:
RP-2023-011380
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report and excavation plan. separate permits required for electrical mechanical plumbing and sprinkler (13d) work. (no underpinning on this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist a... see more
Valuation:
$382,500
Permit #:
RP-2023-011367
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report and excavation plan. separate permits required for electrical mechanical plumbing and sprinkler (13d) work. (no underpinning on this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist a... see more
Valuation:
$382,500
Permit #:
RP-2023-011355
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Erection of an attached structure for use as single family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geo tech report and excavation plan. separate permits required for electrical mechanical plumbing and sprinkler (13d) work. (no underpinning on this permit). energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist a... see more
Valuation:
$382,500
Permit #:
RP-2023-011332
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of an addition with roof decks at the rear second floor and above the third floor and reconstruction of the existing attached building on the existing foundation system. size and location as shown in the plans. separate permits are required for all associated mechanical electrical and plumbing work. basement to remain non-habitable to be used for storage and utilities... see more
Valuation:
$315,000
Permit #:
RP-2023-004545
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of a four story structure containing (1) commercial unit ant three (3) dwelling units on top of an existing previously approved foundation. (permit #937692) private roof decks and balconies at dwelling units as per plans. separate permits required for certificate of occupancy of commercial space and for all mechanical electrical plumbing and fire suppression work
Valuation:
$750,000
Permit #:
951888
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For construction of a 4 -story two family dwelling with rear open decks and roof top deck with enclosed stair access tower as per approved plans. building to be fully sprinklered. separate permits required for m.e.p.s work. amendment to change the location of pilothouse and stairway as per approved plans
Valuation:
$481,000
Permit #:
RP-2020-013285
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of an attached structure for use as two-family household living. sheeting and shoring as prescribed in geotech report. underpinning per the engineer's plan and schedule. separate permits required for sprinkler (13d) work. energy code compliance in accordance with 2018 iecc. prior to issuance of c.o submittal of air barrier checklist and envelope testing certificate is... see more
Valuation:
$270,000
Permit #:
RP-2022-004182
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For the interior fit out to the cellar level of a three story structure (see cp-2020-005686 for previously approved new construciton permit). all work to be done per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design engineer prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work
Valuation:
$30,000
Permit #:
CP-2023-005375
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
Addition and/or a...
Building Type:
N/A
New construction of a seven (7) story structure with roof decks to include shell commercial space (use registration & fit-out permits required prior to occupancy) one hundred eighty-two (182) dwelling units and accessory parking as per approved plans. building to utilize vertical and horizontal separations to create three (3) separate buildings with three (3) different construction ty... see more
Valuation:
$32,002,229
Permit #:
CP-2022-003618
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
For the erection of a one-story structure for use as community center as per approved plans. separate permits required for mep work. *2018 ibc*
Valuation:
$106,557
Permit #:
CP-2025-001603
Status:
issued
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Amendment: for the amendment of previously approved permit cp-2020-000862 to document brick facade and exterior wall openings on the fourth floor level as shown per approved plans. original: for the erection of a four (4) story structure for use as six-family dwelling with private roof decks accessed by pilot houses as per approved plans. structure to have accessory parking accessed b... see more
Valuation:
$500,000
Permit #:
CP-2020-000862
Status:
complete
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
Amendment ii: for the amendment of previously approved permit cp-2020-005959 to document change in egress layout as shown per approved plans. if field conditions vary contact design professional prior to the start of any work. separate permits to be obtained for all other work. amendment i: for the amendment of previously approved permit cp-2020-005959 to document change in constructi... see more
Valuation:
$10,500,000
Permit #:
CP-2020-005959
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
New construction
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| HIC # | 25955 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Philadelphia |
| Type | Plumber |
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Inactive License
| HIC # | PA092537 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Pennsylvania |
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Inactive License
| HIC # | PA047390 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Pennsylvania |
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Inactive License
| HIC # | PA047390 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | All Aspects Of Plumbing |
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Inactive License
| HIC # | PA092537 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Type | New Construction,Service Plumbing,Excavations |
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105
BuildZoom Score
Insured
| Insurer | Erie Exchancge |
| Insured up to | $1,000,000 |
189
Permits
- Building permit records show that Michael J Makara Plumbing & Heating Inc has worked on 189 permitted projects.
Michael J Makara Plumbing & Heating Inc Employees
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Plumb Tech Llc