New York. New York has no state licensing requirements for handymen or general contractors. However, there are laws and regulations at a local level. Check handyman license requirements with the local government before you do any work.
California requirements California requires both licensing and registration to work on projects worth more than $450.
Yes, you need a general contractor license to operate in many regions of the State of New York. However, contractor licensing happens at the county and city levels, so before you begin a project, you will need to determine the specific requirements for the region in which you want to work.
Unlicensed contractors are subject to arrest and prosecution for working without a license. For license verification, please call Consumer Affairs at (631) 853-4600.
The easiest way is to renew online; if you don't receive a CT license renewal notice and wish to renew via mail, you'll need to send the following information to dcp.licenseservices@ct: Your name. Your license type (Major Contractor) Your license number.
Home-improvement contractors must be licensed in New York City, Suffolk, Nassau, Westchester, Putnam, and Rockland counties, and the City of Buffalo. Before you hire a contractor, use these links to check whether the contractor is licensed or registered in your county: New York City.
To obtain a Home Improvement Contractor License, please visit the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs or call (212) 487-4060. If you need to renew, change or update your license, call (212) 487-4104.
Real Estate Sales and Broker licenses must be renewed online through eAccessNY. A postcard and email renewal reminder containing eAccessNY renewal instructions is sent to all Real Estate licensees approximately 90 days prior to their license expiration date.