When do you need to hire a licensed contractor in West Virginia?

Contractors must be licensed in the state of West Virginia to perform new residential construction and remodeling.

How important is contractor licensing in West Virginia?

West Virginia requires contractors to take an exam to becoming licensed.

Your liability risk when hiring a licensed contractor in West Virginia

Licensed contractors in West Virginia must carry an active workers' compensation insurance policy, they are not required to be covered by general liabilty insurance. It is always a good idea to only hire contractors who are covered by workers' compensation and general liabilty insurance, request a copy of each certificate of insurance before any construction work starts.

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 West Virginia 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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Jefferey S Simmons

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Vcams

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Wilmoth Electric

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Toms Electric Inc

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Service Pump and Supply Co Inc

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David Wards Electrical Services LLC

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Trico Electric Inc

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Notable project: (Mechanical permit {value}. 600 W Northwest Hwy, Grapevine, TX, 76051). Replace 2 rooftop units | (applicant: bms mechanical serviese, inc., original gds id # p990001513)

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Zach Johnson

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Dixon Electrical Systems & Contracting Inc

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Notable project: (Cael - electrical permit. 624 Grassmere Park, Nashville, TN, 37211). To rehab suite 14 grassmere park for csx railroad offices and dispatch office 19000 sq ft …………pursuant to ordinance no. 2006-1263 of the metropolitan code of laws i (the holder on this permit) hereby certify that all construction and demolition waste generated by any and all activities governed by this... (more)

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David Michael Metzger

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Ez Electric Inc

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Notable project: (Building/commercial/major alteration/interior renovation. 402 W Broad St, Columbus, OH, 43215). Electric service update in a 2 sty wood & concrete building for csx transportation upgrade electrical and addition generator

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