In new york asbestos abatement pros and crane operators are the only contractors that receive licenses on a state level through the new york state department of labor.
New york state roofing license.
An insurance certificate for workers compensation insurance from a private insurance carrier or the new york state insurance fund office.
The new york state roofing contractors association is a good starting point when it comes to seeking a roofing contractor in the state though it should be noted that new york seems to have an inordinate amount of contractors who handle all aspects of remodeling taking care of siding dormers and kitchen and bath jobs as well.
While the licensing procedure varies from location to location the core requirements are similar.
Before you hire a home improvement contractor use these links to check whether the contractor is licensed or registered in your county.
Find new york city licensure.
The insurance certificate must name the department of consumer affairs as the certificate holder and include the department s address.
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Home improvement contractors must be licensed in new york city suffolk nassau westchester putnam and rockland counties and the city of buffalo.
Dls licenses over 800 000 individuals and businesses.
State by state roofing license requirements.
To obtain a home improvement contractor license please visit the new york city department of consumer affairs or call 212 487 4060.
This description is only a general explanation of who must have a home improvement contractor license.
In most states a roofer is allowed to work only if he is licensed.
All others are handled at the local level.
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License search available at the local level.
Some municipalities also have trade requirements so be sure to check with local agencies before hiring.
Search new york state environmental conservation databases including remediation sites and spill incidents ambient air quality forecasts oil and gas wells dec permit applications water well contractors certified wastewater facility operators and issued air permits.
The national association of state contractors licensing agencies reports that the following 21 states require roofers to be licensed or registered.
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