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Updated: Feb 10, 2026

Lucas and Associates Construction

Lucas and Associates Inc at 96 MORAGA ST., Belen, NM 87002, held a General Contractor license (#51181) with the New Mexico contractors license board with an expiration date of 04-30-1995. We last verified the license was inactive on 02-09-2026.

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 37,161 New Mexico contractors.

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

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License #	51181
Status	Inactive
State	New Mexico
Type	General Building

According to the New Mexico Contractor Licensing Division, 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.

Check this license's status for Lucas and Associates Inc at the New Mexico Contractor Licensing Division.

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Before you Hire

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

Does Lucas And Associates Inc carry a valid contracting license?

Any residential or commercial construction work in the state of New Mexico requires a licensed contractor. This includes general construction work, electrical, mechanical and plumbing and LP gas. New Mexico issues contractor licenses in approxamitly 100 seperate categories.

Lucas And Associates Inc currently holds license 51181 (General Building), which was Inactive when we last checked.

How important is contractor licensing in New Mexico?

Licensed contractors are required to either pass a business & law exam or complete a business & law course. In addition, depending on the trade, 2-4 years of work experience is required to obtain a license.

Your liability risk when hiring Lucas And Associates Inc

Licensed contractors in New Mexico are required to carry an active workers' compensation insurance policy. State law does require contractors to carry general liability insurance, but hiring contractors who do have an active policy is highly recommended. Request a copy of each insurance certificate before any work begins.

Financial recourse when hiring Lucas And Associates Inc

Licensed contractors in New Mexico must obtain a surety bond to before performing any residential work. Homeowners can file a claim against this bond in the event of faulty workmanship, breach of contract, or damages to their property during the contracted construction.

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.

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 New Mexico, 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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