Licensed Specialty & Other Contractors in Colorado

Find and verify licensed specialty contractors in Colorado. Records are sourced directly from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) and updated weekly.

Why verify a Colorado specialty contractor?

Specialty contractors cover trades that don't fit the standard categories — drywall, fencing, glazing, cabinetry, fire protection, low voltage, swimming pools, demolition, insulation, and many more. Most states license each specialty separately, so always verify the contractor holds the right one for your specific job.

How to hire a Colorado specialty contractor safely

  1. Verify the specialty contractor's license is currently active and not expired or suspended.
  2. Confirm they carry general liability insurance and worker's compensation.
  3. Get a written estimate that breaks out parts, labor, and permit fees.
  4. Ask for at least 3 references from jobs completed in the last 12 months.
  5. Get a written contract with payment milestones tied to completed work, not dates.

Colorado specialty contractor licensing

Specialty & Other Contractors in Colorado are regulated by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). General contractor licensing handled at the local level.

Official board website: https://dpo.colorado.gov/

Frequently asked questions

What counts as a specialty contractor?

Anything that isn't a general contractor or one of the major trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing). Common specialties include drywall, fencing, glass and glazing, cabinetry, framing, fire sprinklers, low-voltage / alarm, swimming pool installation, demolition, insulation, and concrete cutting.

Why does a specialty license matter?

A general contractor's license usually doesn't cover specialty trades on its own — most states require the person actually doing the work to hold the matching specialty license. If your fencing crew, drywaller, or pool installer isn't separately licensed, your warranty and insurance may not be valid.

How do I know which specialty license my project needs?

Each state lists what work each specialty class is allowed to perform. Match the contractor's license class to the scope of your job, and ask the contractor in writing to confirm it covers your project before signing.

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