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Updated: Jun 02, 2026

Francis J Appelhans Plumber

Francis J Appelhans, Grand Lk, Grand Lake, CO holds a Plumber license and 2 other licenses according to the Colorado license board.

Their BuildZoom score of 90 indicates that they are licensed or registered but we do not have additional information about them.

Their license was verified as active when we last checked. If you are thinking of hiring Francis J Appelhans, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our project planner to get competitive quotes.

Building Permits by Francis J Appelhans

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Other

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2015-10-30

Gas piping for fire pit

Valuation:

$500

Permit #:

15-126005 PP

Status:

Active

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Other

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2017-01-13

Electrical wiring and sub panel for hot tub and picnic area

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

17-100917 EP

Status:

Active

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Additions, remodels and conversions

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2017-01-19

Bedroom closet conversions into bathrooms.

Valuation:

$8,550

Permit #:

17-100922 BP

Status:

Active

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

434 Resid. Altera...

Building Type:

N/A

Repair / remodel

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2017-01-19

Install plumbing/fxt/shp/bedroom remodel

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

17-101225 PP

Status:

Active

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Repair / remodel

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2017-01-13

Gas line for future bbq grill

Valuation:

$500

Permit #:

17-100914 PP

Status:

Active

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Reported by building inspector

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2012-07-26

Swo for work being done without permits reported by john b code enforcement officer legalize existin

Valuation:

$9,996

Permit #:

12-101453 BP

Status:

Closed

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Building & zoning...

Building Type:

N/A

Repair / remodel

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2017-01-19

Wire/bedroom remodel

Valuation:

$0

Permit #:

17-101224 EP

Status:

Active

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Other

117 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2016-11-10

Wiring for hot tub

Valuation:

$350

Permit #:

16-125031 EP

Status:

Active

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Other

107 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2016-11-10

Wiring for hot tub

Valuation:

$300

Permit #:

16-125032 EP

Status:

Active

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Electrical

117 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2016-11-10

Wiring for hot tub

Valuation:

$350

Permit #:

16125031 00000EP

Status:

complete

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Other

Building Type:

Residential

Plumbing

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2017-01-13

Gas line for future bbq grill

Valuation:

$500

Permit #:

17100914 00000PP

Status:

complete

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Repair / Remodel

Building Type:

Residential

Plumbing

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2015-10-30

Gas piping for fire pit

Valuation:

$500

Permit #:

15126005 00000PP

Status:

complete

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Other

Building Type:

Residential

Building

97 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2017-01-19

Habitable sqft

Valuation:

$8,550

Permit #:

17100922 00000BP

Status:

complete

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Additions, Remode...

Building Type:

434 Resid. Altera...

Re-roof (repair)

107 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2011-11-28

Partial reroof single family dwelling

Valuation:

$2,100

Permit #:

11-135603 RS

Status:

Closed

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Re-roof (repair)

117 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2011-11-28

Partial reroof single family dwelling

Valuation:

$1,100

Permit #:

11-135604 RS

Status:

Closed

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Other

117 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2012-04-05

Service change

Valuation:

$1,500

Permit #:

12-105868 EP

Status:

Closed

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Other

107 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2011-09-02

New service

Valuation:

$500

Permit #:

11-116372 EP

Status:

Closed

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Residential

Building Type:

N/A

Electrical

107 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2011-09-02

New service

Valuation:

$500

Permit #:

11116372 00000EP

Status:

complete

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Other

Building Type:

Residential

Re-roofing & siding

117 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2011-11-28

Partial reroof sfd

Valuation:

$1,100

Permit #:

11135604 00000RS

Status:

complete

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Re-Roof (Repair)

Building Type:

Residential

Re-roofing & siding

107 S Lookout Mountain Rd, Golden, CO, 80401

2011-11-28

Partial reroof sfd

Valuation:

$2,100

Permit #:

11135603 00000RS

Status:

complete

Fee:

N/A

Permit Type:

Re-Roof (Repair)

Building Type:

Residential

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Verified License

License #	178044
Status	Active
State	Colorado
Type	Plumber

BuildZoom verified this license was active as of June 2026.

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License Not Verified

License #	MP.00178044
Status	Active
State	Colorado
Type	Master Plumber

When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of February, 2019. Check the current license status of Francis J Appelhans with the Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations

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Inactive License

License #	277027
Status	Inactive
State	Colorado

According to the Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.

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90

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Does Francis J Appelhans carry a valid contracting license?

General construction contractors in Colorado are not licensed by the state. You should check for license requirements at the local level. Electrical and plumbing contractors require a license to work in the state.

Francis J Appelhans currently holds license 178044, MP.00178044, 277027 (Plumber, Master Plumber), which was Active when we last checked.

How important is contractor licensing in Colorado?

Colorado does not require contractors to take an exam or prove work experience, we advise homeowners to ask for multiple references when vetting a contractor to perform work on their homes.

Your liability risk when hiring Francis J Appelhans

Colorado does not require contractors to carry general liability insurance, but it is always a good idea to hire contractors who are covered by an active policy. Ask your contractor for copies of their policy before work starts.

Financial recourse when hiring Francis J Appelhans

A bond is not required in Colorado, consumers can file complaints with the Colorado Attorney General's Department of Consumer Protection.

What else should I know before hiring Francis J Appelhans

Colorado does not run a financial or criminal background check on contractors prior to licensing so there is more responsibility on the consumer to make the right choice. Some consumers run their own background check on the Colorado Bureau of Investigation site before hiring.

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