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BZ SCORE: 92

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License #	CT-21059
Status	Active
State	Hawaii
Type	General Building
Business Type	Individual

When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of September, 2018. Check the current license status of Carl S Shioji with the Hawaii Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs

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License #	CT-21059
Status	Active
State	Hawaii
Type	B General Building
Business Type	Individual

When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of September, 2022. Check the current license status of Carl S Shioji with the Hawaii Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs

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Before you Hire

Here are some rules, regulations, and laws governing general contractors in Hawaii:

Does Carl S Shioji carry a valid contracting license?

To perform all construction work in Hawaii, general contractors, specialty contractors, and engineers must be licensed.

How important is contractor licensing in Hawaii?

Contractors must pass a written trade exam as well as a business and law exam before becoming licensed.

Your liability risk when hiring Carl S Shioji

Contractors in Hawaii must carry both general liability and workers compensation insurance in order to work on construction related projects.

Financial recourse when hiring Carl S Shioji

Homeowners who have received an official legal judgement against a contractor are eligible for up to $12500 from the Hawaii contractors recovery fund

What else should I know before hiring Carl S Shioji

Contractors must list their place of business as the address on their license. PO boxes are not permitted.

How is the BuildZoom score calculated?

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Why you should hire through BuildZoom

When it comes to major construction work or even minor alterations to your home, hiring the wrong contractor could result in incomplete or defective work. You may even find yourself dealing with huge liability claims. BuildZoom does the homework for you and helps you hire the right contractor.

You should get several bids before hiring a contractor

Before hiring a contractor in Hawaii, be sure to get at least 3 detailed bids. Quality contractors will take the time to explain their budget proposal, and help guide you through the estimate process. Be wary of an abnormally low bid, they are not worth the risk. These underpriced projects often do not end well for the homeowner, choose a contractor you trust and can clearly communicate with. BuildZoom has made the bid collection process extremely simple (and free). Just click here to get started.

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