Verify a Contractor's License in Maine

Search the official Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation records to confirm any Maine contractor is properly licensed before signing a contract. Free public lookup, updated weekly.

About Maine Contractor Licensing

The Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation regulates contractor licensing in Maine. No general contractor license, but trade licenses required.

Population served: 1.4M residents.

Licensing authority: State of Maine, Trade-Specific.

General contractor license required: No.

Official board website: https://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/

Notable Trades Licensed in Maine

How to Verify a Maine Contractor

  1. Ask the contractor for their full legal name and license number.
  2. Search the ProLicenseCheck database above, or visit the Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation 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 Maine 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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