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Rhode Island Contractor License

Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board

Rhode Island requires a state-level contractor license for projects above All construction work requires registration. Exam required. NASCLA not accepted. Administered by Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board.

Quick Reference

GC License Required
Yes
Threshold
All construction work requires registration
Exam Required
Yes
NASCLA Accepted
No
Official Board Website

Fees

Application Fee
$100
License Fee
$150
Renewal Fee
$150 biennially

Key Facts

  • Contractors must register and may need a license depending on classification
  • 5-hour pre-registration course required for general contractors
  • ICC Residential exam accepted for licensing
  • Exam reciprocity with Massachusetts and Connecticut

Insurance Requirements

General Liability
$500,000 per occurrence / $1,000,000 aggregate
Workers Comp
Required for all employers
Surety Bond
Not required for most contractor types

Continuing Education

2 hours per renewal cycle

Reciprocity States

MACT

Specialty Licenses Required

ElectricalPlumbingHVACFire Protection

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the 5-hour pre-registration course
  2. 2Submit application to the Contractors Registration and Licensing Board
  3. 3Pass the ICC Residential exam or equivalent
  4. 4Obtain general liability insurance ($500,000/$1,000,000)
  5. 5Obtain workers compensation insurance
  6. 6Pay $100 application fee and $150 license fee

Penalties for Unlicensed Work

Fines up to $500 per day of violation; stop-work orders; injunctions

Related Templates

Pre-Qualification QuestionnaireCOI Request FormSubcontractor Agreement

Frequently Asked Questions

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