Contractor Credential Checker
Enter a contractor's name and state to get direct links to licensing boards, BBB, and reviews. Verify credentials before you sign anything.
Checking a contractor's credentials takes five minutes and can save you thousands of dollars and months of frustration. This tool generates direct links to the right places so you do not have to hunt for them.
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State Licensing Board
Verify the contractor holds an active, valid license in your state.
Check State LicenseWhat to Look For
- Active license — Not expired, suspended, or revoked
- Correct license type — Roofing-specific, not just general contractor
- Insurance — Workers' comp and general liability (ask for a certificate)
- Complaint history — Pattern of complaints matters more than one or two
- Review patterns — Look for detailed reviews, not just star ratings
- Years in business — Longer track record under the same name is a good sign
Why Credential Checks Matter
An unlicensed or underinsured contractor is the single biggest risk in a roofing project. If something goes wrong — bad workmanship, a worker injury, property damage — you have no recourse if the contractor lacks proper licensing and insurance.
Florida Licensing
Florida requires roofing contractors to hold a state-issued Certified Roofing Contractor (CCC) or Registered Roofing Contractor (RC) license. You can verify any license at myfloridalicense.com. The site shows license status, discipline history, and workers' comp exemptions.
Alabama Licensing
Alabama licenses contractors through the Alabama State Board of Contractors for projects over $50,000. Verify at asbca.alabama.gov. Note that Alabama does not have a roofing-specific license — contractors hold a general or specialty classification.
Mississippi Licensing
Mississippi requires contractor licensing for residential projects over $50,000 through the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. Verify at msboc.us.