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Complete a Contractor's Application (SFN 12012) using the exact name your business is registered under. The application requires a statement of the applicant's experience and qualifications as a contractor, which will be signed under oath. You must be 18 years of age or older to sign this certificate.

Generally speaking, a general contractor is someone who manages a team of subcontractors to help do various types of construction projects in your home. A custom home builder, however, is specialized in building custom homes and is able to complete this specific type of project start to finish on their own.

Not every North Dakota business needs a license. However, many types of business either can or must get one or more licenses. Different types of licenses and permits are issued by different state agencies. You can find more information by going to the Licensing Information section of the nd.gov website.

Each contractor who works on a project and the price per job, value, contractor, or cost goes over $2,000 is required to obtain a Contractor License for North Dakota. There are four licensure classes that are based on price per job, value, or cost.

To become a general contractor, you need at least a high school diploma, but there is an increase in a need for a bachelor's degree or at least an associate degree, plus years of construction industry experience. Regardless of education though, experience in the industry is the most important requirement.

If you're just starting a construction or contracting company, you'll need to apply for a general business license. Whether you need additional specialized contractor or construction licenses depends on state and local laws and the type of projects you work on.

Be at least 18 years old. Be able to work legally in the U.S. Earn your high school diploma or GED. Have a clean work record.