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Do you need a license in Washington to become a handyman? Be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED. Register their businesses with the Washington Secretary of State ($180). Apply for a business license ($19 – $24). Get an employer identification number from the IRS. Complete a contractor application.
All work shall be limited to minor and casual work of existing residential maintenance and repair with a total dollar value of time and materials under two thousand dollars.
Completed applications submitted by mail are currently taking 3-4 weeks after receipt to process and activate your registration. Once your business is registered, it will be listed in our Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson, or Business tool. You will receive a registration card in about 2 weeks.
A handyman may perform more than one unrelated specialty trade or craft provided they do all work themselves. All work shall be limited to minor and casual work of existing residential maintenance and repair with a total dollar value of time and materials under two thousand dollars.
You may only perform minor and casual work related to the maintenance and repair of existing residences. You may not perform work requiring a building permit. Each project must be limited to a total dollar value of less than $2,000, including time and materials.
Types of handyman licenses in Washington These licenses let you perform specific types of specialized work you may perform on projects as a handyman. It is important to note that some licenses require additional specialties, such as electrical or plumbing, to perform more complex tasks related to the license.
In contract actions the applicable contract statute of limitations expires, regardless of discovery, six years after substantial completion of construction, or during the period within six years after the termination of the services enumerated in RCW 4.16.
Construction Contractors Must Be Registered. Washington State requires all construction contractors to register with L&I. State law also requires construction contractors to be bonded and insured to protect the public. Once registered, contractors can bid, advertise, and perform construction work.
