Plumbers in the state of Missouri need to be trained and licensed, rather than certified. Contractors, on the other hand, do not need State certification or licensing.
I need a list of plumbing contractors in Austin, TX. Can someone tell me where I can find a directory?
Do plumbing contractors need the same kind of licence in most states?If someone turns out not to be licenced,who is responsible for possible fines?
Flooring contractors do not need to attend any college at all, they simply need to be certified. To become certified they must pass tests and prove their knowledge and ability.
I think you just need insurance or get a contractors license http://www.rld.state.nm.us/CID/faq.htm
This first way to find plumbing contractors is to ask friends and family for a referral. If you still need some names of qualified plumbers, check out web sites that rate local contractors and give reviews.
To open a plumbing business you need to be licensed and certified in your state. You will need to attend a trade school to get training in that area if you have not already. Check out your local community colleges.
First searching for a proper plumbing company is the first step. Ask if they can provide you with a consultation. Some companies offer this service as do contractors who could also help to see if the plumbing might be an issue.
Always advisable to check local trade magazines, and areas of the media that collect references from trades people
You are not required to have a general contractors lic in MD when working on commercial property. You do how ever need a lic to do any Plumbing, electrical, HVAC no matter the property type. For a home you are required to have a MHIC Lic to perform work unless it is your home. Then you can act as the General and sub out the work to contractors that have plumbing, Electrical, HVAC lic.If you do any home improvement work without a license in Maryland, and the customer refuses to pay you, you have no legal recourse.
Before hiring any contractors you need to assure they are certified and insured to do the job. You need to get quotes and compare them and find out if there are permits needed for the work being done and who is going to get those permits.
Plumbing contractors submit estimates for any and every job. To be a wise consumer, you need to interview several plumbers, find out what approach they intend to take, what materials are used and get an estimate from all. Then make your decision.
No state license is required, however, general contractors must get permits at the local level. Separate boards license HVAC, and plumbing trades.