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License #	21027549
Status	Active
State	Washington
Type	Architect
Date Issued	11-15-2025

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License #	21AI02144900
Status	Active
State	New Jersey
Type	Architecture

When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of July, 2021. Check the current license status of John T. Szot with the New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety

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License #	C38304
Status	Active
State	California
Type	Architect

When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of November, 2025. Check the current license status of John T. Szot with the California Architect License Board

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Verified License

License #	ARI-6544
Status	Active
State	Oregon
Type	Architect Individual

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Inactive License

License #	6544
Status	Inactive
State	Oregon
Type	Architect

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

Does John T. Szot carry a valid contracting license?

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

John T. Szot currently holds license 21027549, 21AI02144900, C38304, ARI-6544, 6544 (Architect, Architecture, Architect Individual), which was Active when we last checked.

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 John T. Szot

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 John T. Szot

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.

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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