Contractor licenses in
Idaho
Idaho licenses or registers contractors statewide.
Official search run by Idaho DOPL Contractors Board (contractor registration) at edopl.idaho.gov
Which work needs a license
The state licenses general, residential, electrical, plumbing and HVAC work.
Small jobs
Under $2,000
A single casual or minor project with a total contract price for labor, materials and all other items under $2,000 is exempt, unless part of a larger project or split to evade the law.
What a licensed contractor had to show
- Exam
- Not confirmed
- Bond
- Not confirmed
- Insurance
- General liability of at least $300,000 single limit, plus workers' comp or a statement why it is not required.
- Experience
- Not confirmed
State license searches
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Idaho DOPL Contractors Board (contractor registration)
General and residential contractors must register for jobs of $2,000 or more
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Idaho Electrical Board
Electrical contractors and electricians
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Idaho State Plumbing Board
Plumbing contractors and plumbers
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Idaho HVAC Board
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning contractors and installers
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