Plumbing Contract

Statutory Limitations Unless you specifically spell out a different time period in a contract, Utah law permits contract and warranty claims to be filed within six years of the date of completion (or abandonment) of the improvement.

The Utah Residence Lien Recovery Fund is an alternate payment source for contractors, laborers or suppliers whose liens are voided because a homeowner qualifies for protection under the Residence Lien Restriction and Lien Recovery Fund Act.

All individuals or business entities intending to engage in construction work in Utah must obtain a state issued contractor license. At least one individual must be selected to act as the qualifier for the license, which requires the individual to pass the necessary tests prior to applying for the license.

A handyman, also known as a fixer, handyperson or handyworker, is a person skilled at a wide range of repairs, typically around the home. These tasks include trade skills, repair work, maintenance work, are both interior and exterior, and are sometimes described as "side work", "odd jobs" or "fix-up tasks".

State law does allow a homeowner of a single family residence to do his or her electrical work.

Electrical. Plumbing. HVAC. Alarm Systems. Structural Framing. Mechanical Work. Radon and Soil Depressurization. Projects which significantly impact public health and Safety.

Do I need a Handyman License in Utah? The answer is quite simple: If you are doing jobs over $1,000 you must fill out a handyman application form and register with the state. If you are charging over $3,000 or performing work that requires pulling building permits, then you will need a contractor license.

Complete a State approved 20-hour pre-licensure live education program. Pass the Business Law exam and the exam for the type of license you are seeking. Once you've passed the exam, send your passing score, license application, and work experience documentation to the State of Utah.