Utah Contractor License Requirements
verifiedState-Level License RequiredUtah requires licensing for all construction work. DOPL oversees all contractor classifications. Over 40 specialty classifications available.
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Board Name
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL)
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Phone
(801) 530-6628
descriptionLicense Types
| Type | Threshold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General Building Contractor (B100) | All work | Required for general building construction |
| General Engineering Contractor (A100) | All work | Engineering and heavy construction |
| Residential/Small Commercial (B200) | $3M limit | Residential and small commercial up to $3M |
| Specialty Contractor (S-series) | All work | Over 40 specialty classifications |
| Electrical | All work | Licensed through DOPL |
| Plumbing | All work | Licensed 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.