Utah Contractor License Requirements

verifiedState-Level License Required

Utah requires licensing for all construction work. DOPL oversees all contractor classifications. Over 40 specialty classifications available.

account_balanceLicensing Board

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Board Name

Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL)

phone

Phone

(801) 530-6628

descriptionLicense Types

TypeThresholdNotes
General Building Contractor (B100)All workRequired for general building construction
General Engineering Contractor (A100)All workEngineering and heavy construction
Residential/Small Commercial (B200)$3M limitResidential and small commercial up to $3M
Specialty Contractor (S-series)All workOver 40 specialty classifications
ElectricalAll workLicensed through DOPL
PlumbingAll workLicensed through DOPL

checklistRequirements

  • check_circlePass trade exam (ICC/PSI)
  • check_circlePass business/law exam
  • check_circleFinancial statement
  • check_circleProof of insurance
  • check_circleWorkers compensation
  • check_circle2 years experience

paymentsFee Schedule

Application

$260

Annual Renewal

$117

Exam Fee

$100

event_repeatRenewal Period

Biennial — birth month of even/odd years

shieldInsurance Minimums

General Liability

$300,000

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.