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Contractor License Policies, By State | Electrical, Plumbing, Homebuilding Contractor Licensing Requirements
Alabama Contractor Contractor Licensing Overview: The state of Alabama requires any general contractor working on a commercial or industrial project costing $50,000 or more to get a license. If you're the general contractor on a residential project that costs $10,000 or more, you need a license.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a commercial general contractor holds a license in Alabama, call (334) 242-2839 or click here.
To check if an electrical contractor holds a license in Alabama, call (334) 269-9990 or click here.
To check if an HVAC contractor holds a license in Alabama, call (334) 242-5550 or click here.
To check if a plumber or gas fitter holds a license in Alabama, call (205) 945-4857.
Or, more detailed information on Alabama's contractor licensing policy
Alaska Contractor Licensing Overview: Alaska law requires that contractors be registered with the Department of Community and Economic Development
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a general, mechanical, or specialty contractor has been licensed by the Alaska Division of Occupation Licensing, click on here or call (907) 465-2546 or (907) 465-3035.
To check if a plumbing, electrical, asbestos abatement, hazardous paint, explosives, or boiler contractor has been certified by the Alaska Department of Labor/Mechanical Inspection, call (907) 269-4925 or click here.
Or, more detailed information on Alaska's contractor licensing policy
Arizona Contractor Licensing Overview:
Basically, you need a license to bid on any job over $750 in Arizona. To find out who is a licensed contractor in Arizona, click here
Or, more detailed information on Arizona's contractor licensing policy
Arkansas Contractor Licensing Overview: To bid and work on construction projects in Arkansas that cost $20,000 or more, you must get a contractor's license. Find a contractor
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in Arkansas, click here or call (501) 372-4661.
To check if a plumber holds a license in Arkansas, call (501) 661-2642.
To check if an electrician holds a license in Arkansas, call (501) 682-4549 or click here.
To check if a boiler installer holds a license in Arkansas, call (501) 682-4514 or click here.
To check if an asbestos abatement contractor is licensed and certified in Arkansas, call (501) 682-0719 or click here.
To check if an alarm system installation contractor holds a license in Arkansas, call (501) 618-8600.
Or, more detailed information on Arkansas's contractor licensing policy
California Contractor Licensing Overview: With a few exceptions, all businesses or individuals who work on any building, highway, road, parking facility, railroad, excavation, or other structure in California must be licensed by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) if the total cost of one or more contracts on the project is $500 or more.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in California, click here.
Or, more detailed information on California's contractor licensing policy
Colorado Contractor Licensing Overview: General construction contractors in Colorado are not licensed by the state. You should check for license requirements at the local level. You will need a license to do electrical or plumbing work in the state, however.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrician or plumber holds a license in Colorado, click here
Or, more detailed information on Colorado's contractor licensing policy
Connecticut Contractor Licensing Overview: Home improvement and new home construction contractors must be certified. Anyone working on major projects must be registered.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if someone is registered as a contractor in Connecticut click here, or call (860) 713-6135 and request an inquiry form. Complete the form and return it to the Department. You will be notified if the individual is registered in Connecticut.
Or, more detailed information on Connecticut's contractor licensing policy
Delaware Contractor Licensing Overview: Contractors bidding on jobs over $50,000 must apply for a license. If you don't have a Delaware plumber's license, you will need a license to contract for pump installer work. Find a contractor
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an asbestos worker is certified in Delaware, call (302) 739-5644. here
Or, more detailed information on Delaware's contractor licensing policy
Florida Contractor Licensing Overview: You need to be registered or certified to do construction work in Florida. You can get a "registered" contractor's license at the local level, unless a certified license is required by the county you want to perform the work in. Contractors with a "certified" license are allowed to work anywhere in the state.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a certified contractor or electrician holds a license in Florida, click on here
Or, more detailed information on Florida's contractor licensing policy
Georgia Contractor Licensing Overview: Asbestos abatement and the mechanical trade contractors need a license in Georgia. The state is assembling a board in 2005 to begin the licensing of general and residential contractors as well.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor is licensed, click here
Or, more detailed information on Georgia's contractor licensing policy
Hawaii Contractor Licensing Overview: Hawaii requires general engineering, general building and specialty contractors to be licensed.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in Hawaii, click here
Or, more detailed information on Hawaii's contractor licensing policy
Idaho Contractor Licensing Overview: The state of Idaho doesn't license general contractors working on private sector residential or commercial projects. That's done at the local level. However the state does license plumbers, electricians, well drillers, fire protection sprinkler contractors, and public works contractors.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrician or plumber holds a license in Idaho, click here here or call (208) 327-7949.
To check if a fire sprinkler contractor holds a license in Idaho, call (208) 334-4370.
Or, more detailed information on Idaho's contractor licensing policy
Illinois Contractor Licensing Overview: Most construction contractors don't need to be licensed in Illinois. Roofing contractors are the exception.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a roofing contractor is licensed, call (217) 782-045. To verify that a contractor is licensed, click on here.
Or, more detailed information on Illinois contractor licensing policy
Indiana Contractor Licensing Overview: Only plumbing contractors need to be licensed in Indiana. Public Works and Department of Transportation work must be done by certified or prequalified contractors. Before beginning work, you should check for license requirements at the local level.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a plumber holds a license in Indiana, call (317) 232-5956.
To check if a plumber holds a license in Indiana, call (317) 232-5956. here
Or, more detailed information on Indiana''s contractor licensing policy
Iowa Contractor Licensing Overview: All construction contractors doing business in Iowa must be registered with the state. Plumbers and electricians must be registered with the state but are licensed at the local level. Asbestos workers, contractors and supervisors must obtain licenses for all asbestos projects.
Contractor License Lookup (external): For a list of licensed asbestos abatement workers, click here
Or, more detailed information on Iowa''s contractor licensing policy
Kansas Contractor Licensing Overview:
With the exception of asbestos abatement and water well drilling, Kansas doesn't license construction contractors at the state level. But you should check for licensing requirements at the local level. Contractor License Lookup (external): For a list of licensed asbestos abatement contractors, click here.
For links to county information, click on here.
For links to city websites, click on here
Or, more detailed information on Kansas' contractor licensing policy
Kentucky Contractor Licensing Overview: Plumbing, electrical and HVAC contractors must be licensed in Kentucky.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrician is licensed click here. To check if a plumbing contractor is licensed, call (502) 564-3580.
Or, more detailed information on Kentucky's contractor licensing policy
Louisiana Contractor Licensing Overview:
To do construction work in Louisiana you need to be licensed by the State Licensing Board for Contractors.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor is licensed for either residential or commercial work in Louisiana, call (800) 256-1392, or click here.
Or, more detailed information on Louisiana's contractor licensing policy
Maine Contractor Licensing Overview: General building contractors do not need a license in Maine. You'll need to be licensed to do asbestos abatement work, or electrical or plumbing contracting.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrical contractor is licensed, call (207) 624-8610. Office hours are from 7 A.M. to 4 P.M. Monday through Friday. You can also search for licensed plumbers or electricians online at here.
To check if an asbestos abatement contractor is licensed, click here.
Or, more detailed information on Maine's contractor licensing policy
Maryland Contractor Licensing Overview: General construction contractors don't need a license to work in Maryland. You will need a license to do electrical, plumbing or HVACR contracting, or work on home improvement projects.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrician, plumber, HVACR contractor or home improvement contractor is licensed to do work in Maryland, go to here
Or, more detailed information on Maryland's contractor licensing policy
Massachusetts Contractor Licensing Overview: Anyone who supervises construction work or demolition (even a crew of one) needs a license.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a home improvement contractor holds a license in Massachusetts, click here
To check if an electrician, plumber, or gas fitter holds a license in Massachusetts, click here.
To check if an asbestos abatement or lead contractor is licensed, click here
Or, more detailed information on Massachusetts's contractor licensing policy
Michigan Contractor Licensing Overview: Contractors working on residential or a combination of residential and commercial buildings must be licensed. Electricians, plumbers and HVAC contractors also have to be licensed.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor or tradesman is licensed, click on here.
Or, more detailed information on Michigan's contractor licensing policy
Minnesota Contractor Licensing Overview: The Minnesota Department of Commerce licenses residential builders and remodelers.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a company or individual holds a license in Minnesota, call (651) 296-6319 or (800) 657-3978 or click here
Or, more detailed information on Minnesota's contractor licensing policy
Mississippi Contractor Licensing Overview: A certificate or license is required for all except the smallest construction and remodeling projects.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a certificate or license, go to here
Or, more detailed information on Mississippi's contractor licensing policy
Missouri Contractor Licensing Overview:
The state of Missouri doesn't license construction contractors.
Or, more detailed information on Missouri's contractor licensing policy
Montana Contractor Licensing Overview: All construction contractors and subcontractors must register with the Department of Labor and Industry if they have employees. Those contractors without employees may register, but are not required to do so.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor is registered in Montana, call (406) 444-7734. To see a list of registered Montana construction contractors, click here. For a list of licensed electricians or plumbers, click here
Or, more detailed information on Montana's contractor licensing policy
Nebraska Contractor Licensing Overview: All contractors doing business in counties with a population of 100,000 or more need a license to do business. Nonresident contractors doing business in Nebraska must register with the Nebraska Secretary of State and the Nebraska Department of Revenue. You'll find information on the Secretary of State under the heading Out-of-State Corporations. Electricians have to be licensed.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrician holds a license in Nebraska, call (402) 471-3550. To see a list of registered contractors and subcontractors, here
Or, more detailed information on Nebraska's contractor licensing policy
Nevada Contractor Licensing Overview: You must be licensed to bid or work on construction jobs in Nevada.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in Nevada, go to here or call 702-486-1100.
Or, more detailed information on Nevada's contractor licensing policy
New Hampshire Contractor Licensing Overview: Only certain types of specialty contractors are licensed: asbestos and lead abatement contractors, electrical contractors and plumbing contractors.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To look at a list of lead abatement contractors who have been licensed in here click here.
To check if a electrician has been licensed, call (603) 271-3748.
To check if a plumber is licensed, call (603) 271-3267.
Or, more detailed information on New Hampshire's contractor licensing policy
New Jersey Contractor Licensing Overview: You must register to be in the business of building new homes in New Jersey. You must also warrant each new home you build and provide warranty follow-up services. Registration is required do business as a home repair contractor. Starting December 31st, 2005, you'll need to be registered to do business as a home improvement contractor. Plumbers and electricians are licensed in New Jersey.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a new homebuilder holds a license in New Jersey, call 609-984-7910.
To check if a plumber holds a license in New Jersey, call (973) 504-6420.
To check if an electrician holds a license in New Jersey, call (973) 504-6410. Click here to search for a licensed plumber or electrician online. For a list of licensed asbestos or lead abatement contractors, click here.
Or, more detailed information on New Jersey's contractor licensing policy
New Mexico Contractor Licensing Overview: Construction contractors must be licensed in New Mexico.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in New Mexico, go to here
Or, more detailed information on New Mexico's contractor licensing policy
New York Contractor Licensing Overview: Except for asbestos abatement work, all construction work in New York is regulated at the local level.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in New York, you will need to contact the licensing board in that contractor's community. here
Or, more detailed information on New York's contractor licensing policy
North Carolina Contractor Licensing Overview: To work as a general contractor on projects costing more than $30,000 in North Carolina, you must get a license from the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors. Electrical, plumbing, heating and fire sprinkler contractors must be licensed.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a general contractor has been licensed, call (919) 571-4183 or click here .
To check if a plumbing, heating or fire sprinkler contractor is licensed, go to here or call (919) 875-3612.
To check if a electrician has been licensed, go to here or call (919) 733-9042.
Or, more detailed information on North Carolina's contractor licensing policy
North Dakota Contractor Licensing Overview: You must have a license in North Dakota to work on any job costing $2,000 or more. People who work with asbestos outside their own homes need to be properly trained and then certified through the North Dakota Department of Health
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in North Dakota, click here or call (701) 328-3665.
To check if a electrician has been licensed, click here . For a list of licensed asbestos abatement contractors, click here
Or, more detailed information on North Dakota's contractor licensing policy
Ohio Contractor Licensing Overview: You must hold a state license do Electrical, HVAC, Refrigeration, Plumbing, or Hydronics work in Ohio. General construction contractors may need to be licensed at the local level. Check with the city or county for licensing information and requirements.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a tradesman holds a license in Ohio, click on here
Or, more detailed information on Ohio's contractor licensing policy
Oklahoma Contractor Licensing Overview: Oklahoma doesn't license resident construction contractors, except in the electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades. But there are some special requirements for nonresident contractors. If you're not a resident of Oklahoma, you must post a bond equal to three time the tax liability (or 10%) of any contract you get in the state. You also need an employer identification number from the Oklahoma Tax Commission and the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrician, plumber, or mechanical contractor holds a license in Oklahoma, call (405) 271-5217. here
Or, more detailed information on Oklahoma's contractor licensing policy
Oregon Contractor Licensing Overview: If you're paid for any construction activity, you need to register with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in Oregon, click here or call (503) 378-4621.
To check if an electrician or plumber holds a license in Oregon, click here. For a list of licensed asbestos abatement contractors, go to here.
Or, more detailed information on Oregon's contractor licensing policy
Pennsylvania Contractor Licensing Overview: Construction Contractors are not licensed in Pennsylvania. However the Department of Transportation has certain requirements for public works contractors. You will need a certificate or license to perform asbestos abatement work in Pennsylvania. here
Or, more detailed information on Pennsylvania's contractor licensing policy
Rhode Island Contractor Licensing Overview: If you build, repair, or remodel one- to four-family dwellings in Rhode Island, you must register with the Contractors' Registration Board. Some specialty trades must be licensed in Rhode Island.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a residential contractor or commercial roofer is licensed by the Rhode Island Contractors' Registration Board call (401) 222-1268.
To check if an electrician, plumber or mechanical contractor is licensed, call (401) 462-8527.
To check if someone is licensed to do asbestos abatement work, click here or call (401) 222-3601.
Or, more detailed information on Rhode Island's contractor licensing policy
South Carolina Contractor Licensing Overview:
To do residential building over $200 and commercial building over $5,000 in South Carolina you must be licensed.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in South Carolina, go to here and look under "contractors" and "residential home builders". You may also call (803) 896-4696 for residential.
To check if a general or mechanical contractor (commercial) holds a license in South Carolina call (803) 896-4686.
To check if someone is licensed to do asbestos abatement work call (803) 734-4517.
Or, more detailed information on South Carolina's contractor licensing policy
South Dakota Contractor Licensing Overview: South Dakota certifies or licenses only asbestos abatement, electrical and plumbing contractors.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrician holds a license in South Dakota, call (605) 773-3573.
To check if someone is licensed to do asbestos abatement work in South Dakota, call (605) 773-3153 or click here.
Or, more detailed information on South Dakota's contractor licensing policy
Tennessee Contractor Licensing Overview: You must have a license to do construction work in Tennessee.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor is licensed by the Department of Commerce and Insurance, go to here
Or, more detailed information on Tennessee's contractor licensing policy
Texas Contractor Licensing Overview: Only specialty contractors, including HVAC, fire sprinkler systems, plumbing, electricians and well drilling/pump installation specialists, need to be licensed in Texas. Home builders are not licensed, but are required to register with the state.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a specialty contractor is licensed for HVAC, well drilling and pumping, or industrialized housing in Texas, call (512) 463-6599 or (800) 803-9202.
To check if a plumber is licensed click here or call (512) 458-2145.
To check if a contractor is licensed for fire sprinkler systems call (512) 305-7933. You can search for licensed individuals online at here
Or, more detailed information on Texas's contractor licensing policy
Utah Contractor Licensing Overview: To do construction work in Utah you need a license from the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing. Electricians and plumbers have to be licensed.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor, electrician or plumber holds a license in Utah, click here
Or, more detailed information on Utah's contractor licensing policy
Vermont Contractor Licensing Overview: Contractors need to be certified to do asbestos or lead abatement and licensed to do electrical or plumbing work.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrician or plumber holds a license in Vermont call (802) 828-2107. For a list of licensed electricians, click on here. For a list of licensed plumbers, click on here.
To check if someone is licensed to do asbestos abatement work in Vermont call (802) 863-7231.
Or, more detailed information on Vermont's contractor licensing policy
Virginia Contractor Licensing Overview: Some construction contractors must be licensed in Virginia. Trade licenses are required for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, gas fitting, asbestos abatement and lead abatement work.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in Virginia, call (804) 367-8511 or click here
Or, more detailed information on Virginia's contractor licensing policy
Washington Contractor Licensing Overview: To do construction work in Washington you must register with the Washington Department of Labor and Industries. Electricians and plumbers must be licensed.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor, electrician, or plumber is registered in Washington, click here or call (360) 902-5226.
Or, more detailed information on Washington's contractor licensing policy
Washington DC Contractor Licensing Overview: Electrical, plumbing, asbestos abatement, home improvement and refrigeration and air conditioning contractors must be licensed to work in the District of Columbia.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a plumber holds a license in the District of Columbia call (202) 442-4380 or click here.
To check if a refrigeration and air conditioning contractor is licensed, click here. Listings of business license holders in the District of Columbia are available by request. Click here: here for information. You will need to print the License Information Request Form and send it by mail to the Office of Information Systems at 941 North Capitol Street NE Room 1100, Washington, DC, 20002. They will notify you of the fee for your request. Information can be sent to you either on diskettes, mailing labels, or by e-mail.
Or, more detailed information on Washington DC's contractor licensing policy
West Virginia Contractor Licensing Overview: Construction contractors have to be licensed in West Virginia.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if a contractor holds a license in West Virginia, go to here or call (304) 558-7890 or (877) 558-5134.
To check if an electrician holds a license in West Virginia, call (304) 558-2191.
Or, more detailed information on West Virginia's contractor licensing policy
Wisconsin Contractor Licensing Overview:
Most residential builders must have a state credential. Electricians, plumbers and some specialty trades must have a state credential. For a complete list of credential categories in Wisconsin, go here.
To verify that a contractor has their credentials, click on here.
Contractor forms are available online at here.
To find out who has a Wisconsin credential, call the Credentialing Unit at (608) 261-8500.
Or, more detailed information on Wisconsin's contractor licensing policy
Wyoming Contractor Licensing Overview: All contractors, except electrical, are licensed at the local (city or county) level. However, the state requires everyone doing electrical work in Wyoming to be licensed.
Contractor License Lookup (external): To check if an electrician holds a license in Wyoming, call (307) 777-7288 or click here here
Or, more detailed information on Wyoming's contractor licensing policy
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