Nevada contractor license lookup
Nevada contractors need an NSCB license in the right classification, with a monetary limit on the largest contract allowed. The Board sets each license bond between $1,000 and $500,000. (source: NSCB (opens in a new tab), source: NSCB: License Requirements (opens in a new tab))
Check a license on the NSCB website (official site, opens in a new tab)
How: Use the NSCB License Search, then check the classification and that the job is within the contractor's monetary limit. (source: NSCB (opens in a new tab))
Checked against official Nevada State Contractors Board sources. See sources.
1. Who needs a license
Contractors working under NRS 624 need an NSCB license in the right classification, with a monetary limit set by the Board. (source: NSCB (opens in a new tab), source: NSCB: License Requirements (opens in a new tab))
2. License types and classes
| Class | Name | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| B | General Building | NSCB primary classification (source: NSCB License Application Form (opens in a new tab)) |
| B-2 | Residential and Small Commercial | NSCB classification (source: NSCB License Application Form (opens in a new tab)) |
3. Required insurance and bonds
Bond
A bond is required. Set by the Board, from $1,000 to $500,000. Residential pool and spa contractors also need a $10,000 to $400,000 consumer protection bond. (source: NSCB: Bonds (opens in a new tab))
Ask for proof of insurance and check the bond on the official lookup before work starts.
4. How to look up a contractor
Check a license on the NSCB website (official site, opens in a new tab)
How: Use the NSCB License Search, then check the classification and that the job is within the contractor's monetary limit. (source: NSCB (opens in a new tab))
5. Red flags when hiring
- A contract larger than the contractor's monetary limit. (source: NSCB: License Requirements (opens in a new tab))
- A lapsed bond. (source: NSCB: Bonds (opens in a new tab))
6. Consumer protections and complaints
How to complain
- NSCB Investigations: Northern Nevada (775) 688-1150, Southern Nevada (702) 486-1160. (source: NSCB (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.
- NSCB (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
- NSCB: License Requirements (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
- NSCB: Bonds (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
- NSCB License Application Form (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
Spot something out of date? Email [email protected].
Common questions
Does Nevada have a recovery fund?
Yes, a Residential Recovery Fund for homeowners. Ask NSCB about eligibility. (source: NSCB License Application Form (opens in a new tab))