Generally, your state maintains a repository or data base of current contractors' licenses.
You can also ask for proof of license. In this case, educate yourself about what to look for in the physical document.
To check if a contractor's license is valid, you can typically visit the website of your state's licensing board. There, you can search for the contractor's license number or name to verify its current status. Alternatively, you can contact the licensing board directly for confirmation.
So you have a contractor in mind for you Home Improvement Projects, and now you want to verify if they are; in fact, "Licensed and Insured" Like their Business Card, Company Vehicle, or Advertisement states. Well, verifying a Contractor's License and Insurance Policy status isn't that hard, if you know what to do and where to look.
Insurance
When you're talking insurance, a good rule of thumb is, "The Contractor MUST be Insured!' Ask the contractor if the company is insured against claims covering workers' compensation, property damage, and personal liability in case of accidents. Usually, the Property Damage and Liability Insurance should be a MINIMUM of 1 MILLION DOLLARS. Ask to see a copy of the Certificate of Insurance, or ask for the name of the Contractor's insurance carrier and agency to verify that the contractor has this insurance. This is important for you as a homeowner. If a worker is injured working on your property and the contractor does not have the insurance, you are the one who will have to pick up the bill for an injured worker's injuries and rehabilitation, if necessary. Don't let your homeowner's insurance policy become the contractor's liability coverage!
Licensing
Contractor Licensing is a little trickier subject. It would be much easier to verify licensing information, if all States had the same requirements and all contractors were licensed by one insurer... but they don't, and they aren't, so it takes a couple extra steps to verify that your contractor is licensed.
States like Michigan and Florida strictly enforce licensing and even have different types of specialty licenses based on what type of work the contractor does. Some States like these even have web sites you can visit and simply type in the contractors name to check for a current license.
For instance, the State of Michigan is broken into 2 major areas for licensing.
Other States like Indiana and New Hampshire, only require licensing in 1-3 areas,,, Like Plumbing and Electrical. All other requirements are regulated at the local level (city or county), with some area's not requiring licensing at all. If you live in an area like this, you will have to call your City or Counties business office and ask about licensing requirements for your project and area, and then ask them to verify the licensing status of your contractor. If the contractor is not required to be licensed, it doesn't mean he isn't licensed... or can't get licensed. It simply means it is not required for him to be licensed in that area. (Cars don't have to get at least 15 mpg, but it sure does make it better when they do!) Investigating a contractor's license may seem like a pain, but it will be more of a pain to try to get financial restitution form an unlicensed contractor who preformed a horrible job on your project.
Once your State's requirements are verified, you can research the state contractor site to verify they are licensed and insured. Before any work is preformed, draft a contract stating what work will be performed and for how much money.
Completing these 3 steps will assure you a more positive experience with your contractor on your next home improvement project!
a licensed contractor should have a card or paper they carry with them, with the contractor license number on it. you can call the better business bureau to verify their license.
In Florida, driving without a valid driver's license is a criminal offense that can result in fines, potential jail time, and a possible suspension of driving privileges. Additionally, it can lead to higher insurance rates and a criminal record.
Yes, police officers have access to a database that shows whether a vehicle's inspection is valid. They can check this information during a traffic stop or through routine patrols. Driving with an expired inspection can result in fines or penalties.
Yes, a felon can still obtain a real estate license in Georgia. The Georgia Real Estate Commission will evaluate each application on a case-by-case basis and consider factors such as the nature of the felony and how much time has passed since the conviction.
Yes, a medical review officer may contact you if your drug test is positive to verify if you have a valid prescription for the substance detected. The purpose is to ensure that any legitimate medical use is properly documented and accounted for in the testing process.
If your wallet gets lost, first check your immediate surroundings to see if you dropped it nearby. Contact any places you recently visited to inquire if it was turned in. Cancel any credit or debit cards that were in the wallet and request replacements. Finally, consider reporting the loss to the police for documentation purposes.
Its always a good idea to make sure that your contractors license is current. You might even check references see what their previous customers are saying about them.
They call the license number into a computer system. This will check the driving record. It will also insure that it is a valid drivers license. the system will also check the license against any outstanding warrants to see if the driver is wanted for anything.
No, there is no way to get an emergency contractors license in the state of California, per-Contractors State License Board.Right now the Contractors State License Board in California has 315,000 contractors. With a phone number you can call to see if you are legally licensed. The phone number to call and get this information and more is. 1-800-321-2752. They will also help you with further information on your contractor's license.
It cannot be definitely ruled out. Although the officer could have their dispatcher check with NM's DMV files to see if you DO have a valid license, you are REQUIRED to have your license in your possession at all time when driving. Without a license in actually your possession they could prevent you from continuing on your trip.
Auto finance companies do not generally run a dmv check. They may check to see if you have a valid license, but they are more interested in your credit history than your dmv record.
Yes, unless the court orders a suspension due to arrears. see links
You can check with the Town Clerk that issued the license. You could also check in his divorce file to see if a copy was filed there.You can check with the Town Clerk that issued the license. You could also check in his divorce file to see if a copy was filed there.You can check with the Town Clerk that issued the license. You could also check in his divorce file to see if a copy was filed there.You can check with the Town Clerk that issued the license. You could also check in his divorce file to see if a copy was filed there.
http://www.indeed.com/forum/job/cna/Transfer-CNA-license/t29550/p4 Very doubtful, but check with Alaska's board to see what they say.
Some painting contractors will also do window tinting, however you should check with your specific provider to see if they are capable of this service.
Angieslist is a website that provides reviews and ratings of various service contractors. You can check this site for information on painting contractors. To check the ability of a painting contractor you may want to use a reference of someone who has had painting done by a particular painting company. You may also want to check The Better Business Bureau to see who they have listed.
I'm not a hundered percent sure. I had a florida license before my Colorado one was revoked. My florida license is still valid and that is what I am using. I don't see why not.
You receive your Pokemon license as soon as the game starts. When you are allowed to check your menu, go to your name to see the license.