Before the deposit

Find the official contractor license check.

Search a state, trade, business name, or license number. We route you to the official board source and show what to verify before money changes hands.

State license sources

Contractor rules are fragmented. Start with the official state or local board, then verify the contract identity matches.

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Verify a contractor license

Check the license number, legal business name, status, classification, expiration, and discipline history.

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Check before paying a deposit

Verify license status, complaint history, bond/insurance requirements, and contract identity before sending money.

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Roofing contractor check

Roofing rules vary heavily by state; start with state boards and local registration when required.

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Electrical contractor check

Electrical licensing is often trade-specific and may not appear in a general contractor lookup.

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Home improvement contractor check

Some states separate home-improvement registration from general contractor licensing.