Montana contractor license lookup
Since 1 January 2026, Montana's contractor registration has become a Contractor License from the Department of Labor & Industry (HB 239). (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
How: We couldn't confirm DLI's new online search. Ask for the Contractor License number and confirm it with DLI at (406) 444-7734. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
Checked against official Montana Department of Labor & Industry sources. See sources.
1. Who needs a license
From 1 January 2026, construction contractors need a DLI Contractor License instead of the old registration. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
2. License types and classes
| Class | Name | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Contractor License | Contractor License | Replaced the contractor registration on 1 Jan 2026 (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab)) |
3. Required insurance and bonds
We're still verifying this, check the official board: DLI website (opens in a new tab).
4. How to look up a contractor
How: We couldn't confirm DLI's new online search. Ask for the Contractor License number and confirm it with DLI at (406) 444-7734. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
5. Red flags when hiring
- Still showing only an old registration and no Contractor License. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
6. Consumer protections and complaints
We're still verifying this, check the official board: DLI website (opens in a new tab).
7. Sources and last verified
Last verified: . Next check due: . Every fact on this page links to one of these official pages. How we verify.
- DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
- DLI: New online portal notice (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
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Common questions
Why did Montana switch to a license?
HB 239 aimed to give DLI stronger enforcement tools and accountability for bad actors. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))