Verify a Contractor's License in Pennsylvania

Search the official Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General records to confirm any Pennsylvania contractor is properly licensed before signing a contract. Free public lookup, updated weekly.

About Pennsylvania Contractor Licensing

The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General regulates contractor licensing in Pennsylvania. Home improvement contractors earning $5,000+ must register.

Population served: 13M residents.

Licensing authority: Office of Attorney General.

General contractor license required: Yes.

Official board website: https://www.attorneygeneral.gov/

Notable Trades Licensed in Pennsylvania

How to Verify a Pennsylvania Contractor

  1. Ask the contractor for their full legal name and license number.
  2. Search the ProLicenseCheck database above, or visit the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General 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 Pennsylvania 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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