When do you need to hire a licensed contractor in Washington?

Any work that impacts the value of real estate in Washington, requires a licensed contractor.

How important is contractor licensing in Washington?

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries requires licensees to maintain a bond and liability insurance for the protection of consumers.

Your liability risk when hiring a licensed contractor in Washington

Licensed contractors in Washington are required to maintain general liability coverage that includes a $50,000 property damage policy and $200,000 public liability policy; or $250,000 combined single limit policy.

Financial recourse when hiring a contractor in Washington

Licensed general contractors in Washington are required to maintain a $12,000 bond and specialty contractors are required to maintain a $6,000 bond. This provides consumers with financial recourse in case they perform defective work or violate license regulations.

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You should get several bids before hiring a contractor

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Bosman Concrete Forming

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Notable project: (Building. 1210 Maple St, Everett, WA, 98201). Repair portion of foundation

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Got Concrete

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Notable project: (Residential. 9608 SE Shoreland Dr, Bellevue, WA, 98004). Driveway replacement project involving (brushed concrete/asphalt, ) like for like

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Drive Construction and Remodeling LLC⠀

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Our goal is to simplify the complicated and confusing home remodeling & restoration process. Our restoration services include disaster evaluation, disaster recovery, fire damage repair, insurance recovery, mold remediation, storm damage clean up, tree strike damage & water damage repair, our full remodeling services include kitchen & bathroom remodels, cabinet installation, drywall repair &... (more)

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Anderson Concrete LLC

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Select Concrete

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Clinton Passey Concrete Inc

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Brooks Concrete Construction

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Solid Concrete Designs

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R-P Concrete & Construction

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Emanuel Concrete LLC

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Boylan Down Concrete Const.

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Pc Concrete Construction LLC

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Hardy Craftsmanship LLC

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Creative Concrete Finishing

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10.0 Total projects

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