Commercial Contractor Utah

Class B General Building Contractor The principal business is in connection with any structure built, being built, or to be built, requiring in its construction the use of at least two unrelated building trades or crafts.

In case of Class "A" Contractors, the firm o r individual :- i) Has sound financial capacity to execute works of the. Department in that class; and.

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.

Builders usually are not responsible for mechanical work such as heating and cooling units, electrical work or plumbing. A general contractor oversees a team of subcontractors and is viewed as the big picture guy.

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.

The General Contractors License Guide website says the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional License can take anywhere from 4-6 weeks to process your application.

Class B General Building Contractors, unlike both a Class A General Engineering Contractor and a Class C Specialty Contractor, may enter into direct contracts and subcontracts involving: (1) Projects involving framing or carpentry only; (2) Projects involving two or more unrelated trades other than framing or

The Utah contractor's license application is on the pricier side. Below is a breakdown of the fees required for every application: New application fee: $225.00 (includes one classification and one qualifier) Application fee for every additional classification: $175.00.