When do you need to hire a licensed contractor in Georgia?

As of July 1, 2008 a majority of contractors performing residential or general contracting work over $2500 must have a professional license issued by the Georgia Secretary of State.

How important is contractor licensing in Georgia?

A licensed contractor in Georgia must have 2 years of experience, and pass a Georgia business and law exam. A contractor is required to take 3 hours of continuing education each year to maintain a license.

Your liability risk when hiring a licensed contractor in Georgia

Georgia state law requires licensed contractors to carry general liability as well as workers' compensation insurance.

Financial recourse when hiring a contractor in Georgia

Georgia does not require contractors to obtain a surety bond. Consumers can file a complaint with the Georgia Governor's office of consumer protection.

What else should I know before hiring a contractor in Georgia?

Licensed contractors in Georgia are required to pass a criminal background check.

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You should get several bids before hiring a contractor

Before hiring a contractor in Georgia, 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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William Robert Jenkins

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Notable project: (Commercial - electrical. 1275 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309). Electrical work-genie truck operation 500 amp to power lights @ piedmont & woodruff parks & luckie/broad - piedmont park 1275 piedmont on 1/15/12 from 6:30 a.m. til 10:30 a.m 84 peachtree st & woodruff park (91 peachtree st) 1/15/12 from 10:30 a.m. til 6:30 p.m

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BES

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Browning Electrical Services

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Electrical Service,Repair and installation

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Wagner Electric

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6.0 Electrical projects

125.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Residential - electrical. 968 Glen Arden Way NE, Atlanta, GA, 30306). Electrical/residential--wire attic space-now being finished attic finish to existing single famiily residence convert unfinished attic space to a playroom/bedroom one bedroom two full baths and open space. plumbing electrical hvac insulation flooring and drywall will need to be installed. framing is in... (more)

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Bradley Wayne Sipe

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MCB

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Micheal C Baeszler

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Notable project: (Building (any single-family structure). 5767 Four Winds Dr, Lilburn, GA, 30047). New construction 16 x 24 covered outdoor kitchen on slab

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IBS

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Interactive Building Services Inc

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3.0 Electrical projects

16.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Buildingapplication. 1196 Springdale Rd, Atlanta, GA, 30306). Low voltage cable audio system network and tv outlets this permit is issued in historic district - druid hills historic district lic#=lvu405292 type=ellvu exp dt=15-aug-15 id=ac1039022

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RTH

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RaLPh Thomas Hyde

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14.0 Home additions

57.0 Electrical projects

Notable project: (Building historical permit. 75 26th St NW, Atlanta, GA, 30309). Alterations to single family dwelling. basement finish a co shall not be provided for this permit until the dwm's wastewater treatment facilities have demonstrated compliance with the phosphorus discharge permit limits established by ocga section 12-5-23/2(c) for 3 consecutive mos the period beg. 7/1/08 and ending... (more)

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EBM

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Eric B Miller

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4.0 New constructions

9.0 Electrical projects

Notable project: (Business licenses. 1800 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA, 30309). Mir- piedmont cancer institute mir- piedmont cancer institute physician

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Sbcomm LLC

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60.0 Total projects

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One Time Electric

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16.0 Electrical projects

13.0 Other projects

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BBE

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Ben Bird Electric

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5.0 Electrical projects

311.0 Other projects

Notable project: (Building historical permit. 2119 Oakview Rd SE, Atlanta, GA, 30317). New electrical installation zone 5 describe in detail the work to be done type of work to be done: temp pole comments: building permit number: bb 200901356 location/lot#/unit/suite: owner name: rudd properties llc ... (more)

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