Check Contractor License
Instantly verify any contractor's license status, disciplinary history, bond, and insurance. Free and powered by official state records.
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How It Works
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Enter a contractor name, license number, or business name
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View real-time license status from official state boards
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Check disciplinary history, bond info, and insurance before hiring
What This Tool Checks
Our license verification tool pulls data directly from official state licensing boards, including the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Each report includes:
- ✓ License status confirming whether the contractor is currently authorized to work
- ✓ Disciplinary history including complaints, citations, fines, and license suspensions
- ✓ Bond information showing whether the contractor carries a surety bond that protects consumers
- ✓ Workers' compensation coverage status and insurance carrier details
- ✓ Trust Score (0 to 100) calculated from six license signals to give you a quick reliability indicator
Why Check a Contractor's License?
Hiring an unlicensed contractor puts your money, property, and safety at risk. In California, performing contracting work valued at $500 or more without a license is a misdemeanor. In Texas, unlicensed HVAC and electrical work can result in fines up to $10,000 per violation. Beyond legal issues, unlicensed contractors typically lack the bond and insurance coverage that protects homeowners when work goes wrong.
According to the National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA), unlicensed contracting activity costs U.S. consumers over $17 billion annually. A free 30-second license check can save you from becoming part of that statistic.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check a contractor's license?
Enter the contractor's name, business name, or license number in the search box above. Results appear instantly and include license status, disciplinary history, bond details, and insurance coverage.
Is this service free?
Yes. Contractor license verification is completely free with no account required. We pull data from official state licensing boards and make it accessible in a clear, easy to read format.
Which states are covered?
We currently cover California (over 200,000 contractors) and Texas. Additional states are being added. Data is refreshed monthly from the CSLB and TDLR.
What does the Trust Score mean?
The Trust Score is a 0 to 100 rating calculated from six signals: license status, license age, expiration proximity, disciplinary record, bond status, and workers' compensation coverage. A higher score indicates stronger compliance with state licensing requirements. It is not a review or endorsement, just a data-driven reliability indicator.
What should I do if a contractor's license is expired or suspended?
An expired or suspended license means the contractor is not currently authorized to perform licensed work. Their bond and insurance coverage may have lapsed. We recommend asking the contractor to restore their license before signing any contract, or finding an alternative contractor with an active license in your area.