Nevada general contractor license
Nevada general contractors need an NSCB B or B-2 license, a bond and a monetary limit that covers the job. (source: NSCB License Application Form (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. General contractor license 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. Fees, exam, bond and insurance
Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| License application Non-refundable. Exam fees are paid separately to PSI. | $300 (source: NSCB License Application Form (opens in a new tab)) |
Fees are set by the board and can change. Check the official fee page before you pay.
Experience and steps
- Experience The qualifier needs at least 4 years of experience as a journeyman, foreman, supervising employee or contractor in the classification within the last 15 years. (source: NSCB License Application Form (opens in a new tab))
- Financial statement Every application needs a financial statement, based on the monetary limit requested. (source: NSCB: License Requirements (opens in a new tab), source: NSCB License Application Form (opens in a new tab))
- Bond File the bond amount the Board sets. (source: NSCB: Bonds (opens in a new tab))
Exam
An exam is required. Exams are run by PSI. (source: NSCB: License Requirements (opens in a new tab))
- Business and Law (CMS) exam (source: NSCB: License Requirements (opens in a new tab))
- Trade exam (source: NSCB: License Requirements (opens in a new tab))
- For B or B-2, passing the NASCLA exam can waive the trade exam. (source: NSCB License Application Form (opens in a new tab))
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))
Insurance
We're still verifying this, check the official board: NSCB website (opens in a new tab).
Renewal
We're still verifying this, check the official board: NSCB website (opens in a new tab).
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. Reciprocity (license transfer)
We're still verifying this, check the official board: NSCB website (opens in a new tab).
6. 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))
7. How to complain
How to complain
- NSCB Investigations: Northern Nevada (775) 688-1150, Southern Nevada (702) 486-1160. (source: NSCB (opens in a new tab))
8. 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)
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