Nevada Electrical Contractor Package

If the contractor requests a large sum of money before work has begun, Mozen says you should ask specifically what types of work or materials those payments are covering.Contractors sometimes have other motives, other than purchasing materials, when they ask for large amounts of money in advance, Fowler says.

A: It's not uncommon for contractors to ask for a down payment up front to secure your spot on their schedule or purchase some of the job materials in advance. Asking for more than half of the project cost up front, though, is a big red flag.I recommend tying payments to progress made during the job.

You shouldn't pay more than 10 percent of the estimated contract price upfront, according to the Contractors State License Board.

In Nevada, you need to apply for a license and prove you have at least 4 years of experience or 3 years of education and a year of experience. There are also a number of fees and forms along the way. Becoming a Nevada licensed contractor requires a considerable commitment of time and money.

Payment Schedule In Your Contract Before any work begins, a contractor will ask a homeowner to secure the job with a down payment. It shouldn't be more than 10-20 percent of the total cost of the job. Homeowners should never pay a contractor more than 10-20% before they've even stepped foot in their home.

In addition to the initial $300 application fee, you'll also be required to pay a biennial (every two years) $600 license fee if your application is approved.

To receive your contractor's license, you must take and pass the Business and Law exam and the trade exam for your classification of license. You'll schedule your test date after you submit your application and get approval from the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB).

Never pay the full amount up front for your swimming pool. According to the law, you should not pay more than 10% or $1,000; whichever is less, to get your project started.

All businesses or individuals who construct or alter any building, highway, road, parking facility, railroad, excavation, or other structure in Nevada must be licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board. Contractors, including subcontractors and specialty contractors must be licensed before submitting bids.