Verify a Contractor's License

Use the official state licensing board tool for the state where the work is being done.

Most Common States

These states have the most licensed painting contractors and the most active verification portals.

California (CSLB) → cslb.ca.gov Florida (DBPR) → myfloridalicense.com Washington (L&I) → lni.wa.gov Utah (DOPL) → utah.gov Arizona (ROC) → roc.az.gov Colorado (DORA) → colorado.gov Oregon (CCB) → oregon.gov Nevada (NSCB) → nv.gov Idaho (IPLA) → idaho.gov Texas (SOS) → sos.state.tx.us New York → license.ny.gov North Carolina → nclbgc.org

What to check before hiring

  1. License status is Active — Expired or Inactive means no current authorization to work
  2. License covers your trade — A General B license doesn't always cover specialty painting; look for C-33 in CA or equivalent
  3. Bond is current — Protects you if the contractor fails to complete the work
  4. Workers' Comp is on file — If a worker is injured on your property and the contractor has no WC, you may be liable
  5. License number matches — Ask for the license number in writing before signing any contract