VA law requires contractors to be licensed. However, and more importantly, the purpose of licensing is to protect your health, safety, and welfare, as well as that of the public.

Yes. Anyone who offers construction-related services in Virginia needs a Contractor License, regardless of what specialty.

If you offer services independently, yes, you need a Contractor License in addition to your Tradesman License.

Yes, the person who takes the course and passes the exam is called “Designated Employee” and can be one of your employees.

No, the experience requirement is for the “Qualified Individual” only.

This is the person who does the hands-on work at the construction field.

Once you complete the requirements and send the application by mail, processing time is between 7 to 20 business days.

Once you complete the course with us, you can go to the DPOR Board for Contractors’ offices in person , and may be able to obtain your contractor license the same day.

Yes, you do because there is no agreement between Virginia and Maryland.

No, you must have your Contractor License in addition to your Business License.

When your work exceeds $25,000 in a year in the county you have to have a Fairfax County Business License. To obtain your Business License you must have your VA Contractor License first.

If you bid or perform a job in excess of $1,000 in any county, city or town in the State of Virginia, you must have a Virginia Contractor License.