Rhode Island Contractor License Requirements
verifiedState-Level License RequiredRhode Island requires contractor registration but does not require an exam. The Contractors Registration Board oversees general contractor registration.
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Board Name
Rhode Island Contractors Registration Board
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Website
https://crb.ri.gov/phone
Phone
(401) 462-9555
descriptionLicense Types
| Type | Threshold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General Contractor | All work | Registration required for all construction work |
| Electrical | All work | Licensed through Fire Marshal |
| Plumbing | All work | Licensed through Department of Labor |
checklistRequirements
- check_circleContractor registration
- check_circleWorkers compensation
- check_circleProof of insurance
paymentsFee Schedule
Application
$200
Annual Renewal
$200
Exam Fee
Not required for registration
event_repeatRenewal Period
Annual — license issue 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.