Indiana General Contractor Regulations – By City
The State of Indiana does not have regulations for licensing General Contractors at the state level. The only contractors who are required to obtain a license from the state are plumbing contractors. Instead, General Contractor licensing and registration is conducted at the local level. Many cities in Indiana require contractors to apply for a license, register or obtain a permit. In some cases, contractors are also required to pass a qualifying exam.
Below are the license and registration requirements for some of the larger cities in the State of Indiana (more…)
General Contractor Licensing in Virginia
Individuals and general contracting businesses in the Commonwealth of Virginia are required to hold a license from the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation’s Board for Contractors. A license is needed for anyone performing construction, demolition, improvements or repair work on projects of $1,000 or more (more…)
Home Improvement Contractor Registration in New Jersey
The State of New Jersey regulates their construction industry through the NJ Contractor’s Registration Act. This law requires anyone working on or selling home improvement projects to register with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
The Division asks all contractors to complete an application and familiarize themselves with the Statues and Regulations for Home Improvement contractors working in the state. Home Improvement Contractor Registration is essential for contractors to obtain the building permits they need to complete a project. The Division defines home improvements as: (more…)
Ohio General Contractor Regulations – By City
The State of Ohio does not have a license requirement for General or Residential Contractors. On the other hand, Commercial Contractors are required to obtain a license from the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board if they are involved in the following trades:
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Refrigeration
- HVAC
- Hydronics
Commercial contractors practicing these trades are required to (more…)
Pennsylvania General Contractor Regulations – By City
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania does not require General Contractors to hold a license from the state; however, a bill passed in 2009 requires all contractors to register with Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office. The Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act states that any contractor performing work of $5,000 or more in a calendar year must complete an application and register with the Attorney General.
Contractors have the option of registering online or by mail. When registering online, contractors receive a registration number and temporary certificate which allows them to begin contracting work. There is a $50 nonrefundable registration fee, which is payable by credit card. Additionally, contractors must prove that they hold injury and liability insurance worth $50,000 as well as $50,000 in property damage coverage.
To register online, please visit: (more…)
Home Improvement Contractor Registration in Connecticut
The State of Connecticut regulates their construction industry by requiring anyone performing work on a construction project to register with the Department of Consumer Protection. The Connecticut Home Improvement Act states that any person or business contracting work on residential properties must hold a Home Improvement Contractor Registration, unless the project they are working on is worth less than $1,000 over a 12 month period or the contract is less than $200,000.
To register as a Home Improvement Contractor in Connecticut, applicants must (more…)
General Contractor Licensing in Oregon
Anyone performing construction, repairs, or alterations for money in the State of Oregon must hold a license in order to bid on and secure work. General Contractor licenses are issued by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB).
In addition to general construction, contractors in the State of Oregon are required to (more…)
General Contractor Licensing in Louisiana
In the State of Louisiana, General Contractor licensing is handled by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors. The Board requires all contractors to hold a license if they are working on commercial projects worth $50,000 or more. In a residential setting, contractors are required to hold a license to work on any project over $75,000.
Contractors must complete an application and pass a qualifying examination to obtain a General Contractor’s license in the State of Louisiana.
License Classifications in Louisiana
The Board offers three major license classifications for general contractors in Louisiana: (more…)
General Contractor Licensing in South Carolina
The State of South Carolina regulates their construction industry by requiring any contractor performing work on a project worth $30,000 or more to hold a license. The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulations Contractor’s Licensing Board is responsible for reviewing applications and issuing licenses. In order to become a licensed general contractor in the State of South Carolina, applicants are required to submit an application and pass a qualifying exam.
*The Department encourages anyone applying for or renewing their general contractor’s license to use online services whenever possible. As of May, 2011, there is a $25 fee for any contractor using “in person” services to apply for or renew their license.
*In some cases the examination may be waivered, depending on the contractor’s situation. For more information, please visit:
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/pol/contractors/index.asp?file=CLB%20How%20to%20apply.htm
License Classifications and Groups in South Carolina
South Carolina offers two different license classifications for general contractors. There are also many different sub-classifications, depending on the contractor’s area of expertise, such as masonry or roofing. The two main classifications include: (more…)
General Contractor Licensing in Illinois- By City
The State of Illinois, as a whole, does not regulate the construction industry. Instead, individual cities and municipalities have created laws to regulate general contractors in Illinois. Before a contractor begins work on any residential or commercial project, they must first check with their city or county to see what permits and licenses they are required to hold.
Any regulation that the city sets is put in place to protect the public. These laws ensure that any work and service offered by general contractors is of the highest quality, and meets the appropriate safety standards.
Below are some of the regulations and laws set by some of the larger cities in Illinois. (more…)