Verify a Contractor License
Before hiring anyone for home modifications, take 2 minutes to confirm their license is active. Here are the official verification portals for every state we cover.
Important: SafeHome Registry lists aging-in-place specialists, home modification contractors, and accessibility service providers. Not all contractors in this directory hold a state general contractor license — some work under city or county permits, or operate in trades that don't require state licensing (grab bar installation, ramp building under certain thresholds, etc.). Always verify license status directly with your state board before signing any contract.
State License Verification Portals
Click the verification link for your state. Search by company name or license number. Look for "Active" status and confirm the license type covers your project scope.
🌊 Mississippi
Covers residential and commercial contractors. Search by company name. Look for "Licensed — Active" status.
Verify MS License →🌲 Alabama
Search the public roster by company name. Confirm license is Active and classification matches your project (residential vs. commercial).
Verify AL License →⚜️ Louisiana
Search by company name. Confirm license classification covers home improvement work ($75k and under requires a separate residential license).
Verify LA License →🤠 Texas
Texas does not require a statewide GC license for most remodeling work. TDLR covers specific trades (electrical, HVAC, plumbing). For general remodelers, ask for their city or county permit history instead.
Verify TDLR License →🌴 Florida
Search MyFloridaLicense.com by company name or license number. CGC = Certified General Contractor. CBC = Certified Building Contractor. Confirm status shows "Current, Active."
Verify FL License →🍑 Georgia
Search verify.sos.ga.gov by business name. RBQA = Residential Basic contractor. GCQA = General contractor. Confirm license shows Active status.
Verify GA License →🏔️ North Carolina
Search portal.nclbgc.org by company name. Confirm license classification (Residential or Building) and that status shows Active.
Verify NC License →🎸 Tennessee
Search Verify.tn.gov by business name. Confirm license classification matches your project scope and status shows Active.
Verify TN License →🏛 Virginia
Search dpor.virginia.gov by company name. Confirm license number starts with 2705, status shows Active, and class (A, B, or C) matches your project value.
Verify VA License →What to Look For When You Verify
Search by company name
Use the exact business name from their quote or business card. Try partial names if the full name doesn't return results.
Confirm "Active" status
The license must show Active, Current, or Licensed — Active. Expired, Suspended, or Revoked are red flags. Walk away.
Check license classification
A commercial-only license doesn't cover residential work. Confirm the license type matches the scope of your project.
Ask for proof of insurance
A valid license doesn't mean they're insured. Ask for a certificate of insurance showing general liability and workers' comp before signing anything.
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