Verify a Contractor's License in New Jersey

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

About New Jersey Contractor Licensing

The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs regulates contractor licensing in New Jersey. All home improvement contractors must register.

Population served: 9.3M residents.

Licensing authority: Division of Consumer Affairs.

General contractor license required: Yes.

Official board website: https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/hic

Notable Trades Licensed in New Jersey

How to Verify a New Jersey Contractor

  1. Ask the contractor for their full legal name and license number.
  2. Search the ProLicenseCheck database above, or visit the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs 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 New Jersey 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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