Commercial License
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What does this license cover?
- Commercial projects with a value of $50,000 or more including labor and materials; general contractors must hire properly licensed subcontractors
- Subcontractor/Specialty Trades for commercial projects with a value of $50,000 or more including labor and materials
- Exceptions:
- Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing require a commercial license with appropriate classification for projects exceeding $10,000 including labor and materials
- Asbestos, Hazardous Waste, Lead Based Paint Abatement/Removal, Underground Storage Tanks require a commercial license with appropriate classification for projects with a value of $1.00 or more including labor and materials
- Exceptions:
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What are the requirements for licensure?
- The contractor must:
- Complete the online Commercial Application. Additional information/documents may be requested within the application.
- Provide a financial statement showing a minimum of $10,000 net worth (must be current within 12 months of application).
- Pass the required examinations. After the application is submitted, the Qualifying Party will receive testing information. See link below for classification list and additional examination information.
- Must take Business & Law course
- Must take Trade exam if applicable
- Please Note: Certain classifications may require certifications from other agencies before obtaining a license with the board. See the Exam/Classification link below for additional information.
- Be approved by the Board before issuance of the license.
- For information regarding Reciprocity see link below.
- The contractor must:
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What must I do to maintain the license once it is issued?
- Once the license is issued the initial license certificate will be valid for one year, then you may renew your license for a one, two, or three year period.
- A Renewal notice will be emailed or mailed to the address on record approximately 60 days prior to the expiration, 15 days prior to expiration and upon expiration of the license.
- You must maintain a current address with this Board.
- You must maintain a qualifying party for all classifications listed on your license.
- Once the license is issued the initial license certificate will be valid for one year, then you may renew your license for a one, two, or three year period.
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