Connecticut Contractor License Requirements
verifiedState-Level License RequiredConnecticut requires registration (not licensing) for home improvement contractors. No exam is required for general registration. Electrical and plumbing trades require separate licenses with exams.
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Board Name
Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection
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Phone
(860) 713-6135
descriptionLicense Types
| Type | Threshold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Home Improvement Contractor | All work | Registration required for all residential remodeling/repair |
| New Home Construction Contractor | All work | Separate registration for new home building |
| Electrical | All work | Licensed through DCP Electrical Division |
| Plumbing | All work | Licensed through DCP Plumbing Division |
checklistRequirements
- check_circleHome improvement registration
- check_circleProof of insurance
- check_circleWorkers compensation
- check_circleCertificate of registration
paymentsFee Schedule
Application
$230
Annual Renewal
$115
Exam Fee
Not required for general
event_repeatRenewal Period
Annual — registration date
shieldInsurance Minimums
General Liability
$100,000
Workers Compensation
Required
swap_horizReciprocity
- arrow_forwardNo reciprocity agreements
infoData sourced from state licensing board websites. Requirements change frequently — verify with your state board before applying. Last updated April 2026.