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Updated: Aug 27, 2024

James Nelson Contracting Co Construction

James Nelson Contracting Co Inc at Negaunee, MI 49866, held a General Contractor license (#2102081928) with the Michigan contractors license board. We last verified the license was expired on 11-02-2020.

Their BuildZoom score is 0 because we haven’t been able to verify an active license. As a result, they’re not ranked in the top 50% of 167,179 Michigan contractors.

If you’re thinking about hiring them, we recommend double-checking their license status with your local licensing authority. Alternatively, use our bidding system to be easily matched to qualified, licensed professionals in your area.

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License #	2102081928
Status	Inactive
State	Michigan
Type	Builder Company

According to the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs, 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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Before you Hire

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

Does James Nelson Contracting Co Inc carry a valid contracting license?

Michigan requires contractors performing any work on residential properties to be licensed with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

James Nelson Contracting Co Inc currently holds license 2102081928 (Builder Company), which was Inactive when we last checked.

How important is contractor licensing in Michigan?

Contractors in Michigan must complete a 60 hour approved prelicensure education class prior to taking a buisness and law exam. Contractors are required to take continuing education upon renewal of an active license.

Your liability risk when hiring James Nelson Contracting Co Inc

Michigan requires licensed contractors to carry an active workers' compensation policy. Although general liability insurance is not required under Michigan state law, it is always advisable to hire contractors who carry it. Request copies of the certificates for both forms of insurance for your records.

How is the BuildZoom score calculated?

The BuildZoom score is based on a number of factors including the contractor's license status, insurance status, verified work history, standing with local consumer interest groups, verified reviews from other BuildZoom users and self-reported feedback from the contractor.

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