Hiring a contractor in New Mexico: check, red flags, complaints
Verify the CID license through RLD's Verify a License (PSI search) before signing. (source: NM CID (opens in a new tab))
Check a license on the CID website (official site, opens in a new tab)
How: Use RLD's Verify a License page, which links to the PSI license search for construction contractors. Check the license number is active. (source: NM CID (opens in a new tab))
Checked against official New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries Division sources. See sources.
Red flags when hiring
- No license number in the PSI search. (source: NM CID (opens in a new tab))
- After roof damage, a roofer who pushes you to sign before you verify the license. (source: NM CID (opens in a new tab))
Sources and last verified
Last verified: . Next check due: . Every fact on this page links to one of these official pages.
- NM CID (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
- CID: Apply for a Construction Industries License (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
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