How To Check A Contractor's License

<ul style="list-style: inside"> <li>It’s important that you verify their license is still in good standing. Also keep in mind that certain states or provinces don’t require licensing if the job is under a certain dollar amount.</li> <li>You can<a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/state-by-state-licensing-requirements/" target="_blank"> find a list of your state’s licensing requirements</a> on the HomeAdvisor website. Before you get to work with the pro, make sure their qualifications are current and acceptable to you.</li> <li>It is always a good idea to get a copy of the pro’s insurance certificate for future records, and in case anything happens. This is a good way to feel more secure in your home project, and to weed out potential scammers.</li> </ul>

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It’s important that you verify their license is still in good standing. Also keep in mind that certain states or provinces don’t require licensing if the job is under a certain dollar amount.
You can find a list of your state’s licensing requirements on the HomeAdvisor website. Before you get to work with the pro, make sure their qualifications are current and acceptable to you.
It is always a good idea to get a copy of the pro’s insurance certificate for future records, and in case anything happens. This is a good way to feel more secure in your home project, and to weed out potential scammers.

You can use HomeAdvisor to help evaluate a contractor’s qualifications. We put pros through a screening process, and award badges to high-performing contractors. You can find these badges on a pro’s HomeAdvisor profile, and sometimes, his or her website.

Your research doesn’t stop here. Once you’ve found a few prospective companies, make an call to ask a few questions about work history, licensure and more:

Have you completed a job like this before?
Do you have a list of references I can contact?
When are you able to start the job?

In most cases, the responses you get to these three questions will give you a very good idea of the right pro for your project. If you have more than one front-runner, these additional questions can help you narrow it down.

How many years of experience do you have?
What’s your permanent business address?
Are you licensed to work in my area?
When did you earn your business license?
How do you handle warranty service complaints?
Do you have worker’s compensation, property damage and personal liability insurance?

Any good contractor will answer these questions, and most will appreciate dealing with a client that takes such an active interest in finding good service. On the other hand, if a contractor gives you a hard time with these questions, you probably want to find someone else.

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Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 02/04/24
Design Preparation: Sketches of basic idea of project
What day are you available to meet with an Angi Pro for an assessment?: NA
Select the time(s) you are available for the assessment:: Morning
What features do you want in your basement? (Check all that apply): Other
Comment: hi, my name is Michaela. My husband and I are looking to add a walkout basement. Currently we have a bulkhead basement exit. Basement ceiling is 9ft. There is a functioning door and small window but the bulkhead is damaged. Instead of replacing bulkhead we want to remove it and add walk out with French outswing doors leading to a patio. The house is 100 years old on flat land so excavation is required. The house is narrow probably 10-15ft wide so French doors 48-56in wide would probably be best to not overpower. Looking for an idea of the work, time, and cost of this project.
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 02/01/24
Are you considering changing the floorplan of your kitchen?: No
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your kitchen?: Cabinets
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your kitchen?: Sinks
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your kitchen?: Countertops
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your kitchen?: Flooring
Comment: Looking to remodel kitchen
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/30/24
What type of flooring would you like installed?: Laminate
Have you already purchased the flooring for this project?: Yes
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your kitchen?: Flooring
Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/27/24
What best describes this project?: Addition to home
What best describes this project?: Basement remodel
What best describes this project?: Multiple room renovation
What best describes this project?: Kitchen remodel
What best describes this project?: Bathroom remodel
Comment: I want a modern apartment. Favorite color white black and gold
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/25/24
What best describes this project?: Other
What types of work will be included in this project? (Check all that apply): Other
Comment: Blacktop
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/24/24
Covered by Insurance: No
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your bathroom remodel? (Check all that apply): Shower/bath
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your bathroom remodel? (Check all that apply): Sinks
Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/21/24
Type of Addition: Ground level addition
Project Description: Build - use existing architectural drawings
What types of rooms/spaces are you interested in adding to your home?: Bedroom(s)
Comment: I have a very small home with one bedroom. I want to have kids and need two more bed rooms. And storage space. I already have drawing and looking for affordable quotes or a payment plan
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/19/24
Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
Request Stage: Ready to Hire
Location: Home/Residence
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/19/24
Request Stage: Ready to Hire
Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
Do you need temporary storage for your home project?: No
Location: Home/Residence
Comment: I would like to get an estimate for
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/18/24
Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
Request Stage: Planning & Budgeting
Location: Home/Residence
Comment: Roof repair and replacement
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/13/24
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your bathroom remodel? (Check all that apply): Shower/bath
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your bathroom remodel? (Check all that apply): Toilet
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your bathroom remodel? (Check all that apply): Flooring
Covered by Insurance: No
Which of the following will you need moved or installed in your bathroom remodel? (Check all that apply): Sinks
Comment: Customer did not provide additional comments. Please contact the customer to discuss the details of this project.
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/12/24
Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
Request Stage: Ready to Hire
Location: Home/Residence
Project Location: East Orange, NJ
Date: 01/10/24
Request Stage: Ready to Hire
Desired Completion Date: Timing is flexible
Do you need temporary storage for your home project?: No
Location: Home/Residence
Comment: I would like to get an estimate for kitchen, main room, front porch and the roof if its in good shape - 2 stories

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