Pennsylvania Contractor License Requirements
2026 guide to everything you need to know about contractor licensing in Pennsylvania.
3,779
Contractors in PA
1,884
Verified licenses
11 yrs
Avg. experience
10
Cities covered
Pennsylvania licensing board
Pennsylvania Attorney General, Home Improvement Contractor Registration
License types in Pennsylvania
Home Improvement Contractor
Registration required for residential work
Electrical License
Licensed at local level; Philadelphia licenses separately
Plumbing License
Licensed at local level
Bond requirements
No state-level surety bond is required for general contractors.
No state surety bond requirement
Insurance requirements
General liability insurance
Required. General liability of $50,000 minimum required for registration
Workers' compensation
Required when you have employees.
Penalties for unlicensed work
Third-degree misdemeanor; fines up to $2,500; up to 1 year imprisonment; consumers may void contracts
How to verify a license in Pennsylvania
1. Use the free verification tool
Search a database of 3,779 contractors in Pennsylvania by name, license number, or business name.
Verify a contractor now2. Check the official state board
Visit the Pennsylvania Attorney General, Home Improvement Contractor Registration for real-time license verification and disciplinary actions.
Visit Pennsylvania Attorney General, Home Improvement Contractor RegistrationFrequently asked questions
Does Pennsylvania require a contractor license?+
Yes, Pennsylvania requires contractors to obtain a state license through the Pennsylvania Attorney General, Home Improvement Contractor Registration. 1 license types are available depending on the scope of work.
What are the bond requirements for contractors in Pennsylvania?+
No state surety bond requirement
What are the penalties for unlicensed contracting in Pennsylvania?+
Third-degree misdemeanor; fines up to $2,500; up to 1 year imprisonment; consumers may void contracts
Is insurance required for contractors in Pennsylvania?+
Yes, Pennsylvania requires contractors to carry insurance. General liability of $50,000 minimum required for registration
How do I verify a contractor's license in Pennsylvania?+
You can verify a contractor's license through the Pennsylvania Attorney General, Home Improvement Contractor Registration website at https://www.attorneygeneral.gov/protect-yourself/home-improvement/. You can also use our free license verification tool at vemra.ai/licensing/verify to search our database of 3,779 contractor profiles in Pennsylvania.
How many licensed contractors are there in Pennsylvania?+
Our database includes 3,779 contractor profiles in Pennsylvania, with 1,884 verified license numbers on file. The average contractor in Pennsylvania has 11 years of experience.