Contractor licenses in
Maryland
Maryland licenses or registers contractors statewide.
Official search run by Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC), Maryland Department of Labor at dllr.state.md.us
Which work needs a license
The state licenses home improvement, new home builder, electrical, plumbing and HVAC work.
Small jobs
Not confirmed We haven't found an official small-job exemption.
What a licensed contractor had to show
- Exam
- Must pass the MHIC contractor exam (55 questions, 70% to pass) before applying.
- Bond
- Surety bond of $30,000 or $100,000 only if the applicant does not meet financial solvency guidelines.
- Insurance
- $50,000 liability insurance at all times.
- Experience
- At least two years of experience in home improvement work, construction or related education.
State license searches
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Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC), Maryland Department of Labor
Home improvement contractors and salespersons (remodeling, repair and alteration of existing residences)
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Home Builder Registration Unit, Office of the Attorney General of Maryland
New home builders (registration; builders working solely in Montgomery County are exempt)
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Maryland State Board of Electricians
Master, journeyperson and apprentice electricians
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Maryland Board of Plumbing
Plumbers and gas fitters
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Maryland Board of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors (HVACR)
HVACR contractors
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