Verify a Contractor's License in Vermont

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

About Vermont Contractor Licensing

The Vermont Office of Professional Regulation regulates contractor licensing in Vermont. Residential contractors must register if work exceeds $10,000.

Population served: 650K residents.

Licensing authority: Office of Professional Regulation.

General contractor license required: Yes.

Official board website: https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/

Notable Trades Licensed in Vermont

How to Verify a Vermont Contractor

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