Verify a Contractor's License in Delaware

Search the official Delaware Division of Revenue records to confirm any Delaware contractor is properly licensed before signing a contract. Free public lookup, updated weekly.

About Delaware Contractor Licensing

The Delaware Division of Revenue regulates contractor licensing in Delaware. All contractors need a Delaware business license.

Population served: 1.0M residents.

Licensing authority: Delaware Division of Revenue.

General contractor license required: Yes.

Official board website: https://revenue.delaware.gov/

Notable Trades Licensed in Delaware

How to Verify a Delaware Contractor

  1. Ask the contractor for their full legal name and license number.
  2. Search the ProLicenseCheck database above, or visit the Delaware Division of Revenue directly.
  3. Confirm the license is currently active, not expired or suspended.
  4. Check whether the license type matches the work being performed.
  5. Verify the address and contact information on file matches what the contractor provided.

Why License Verification Matters

Hiring an unlicensed contractor in Delaware can leave you legally and financially exposed. Unlicensed work often voids homeowner insurance claims, can prevent property sales, and leaves you with no recourse if the work is defective.

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