Utah contractor license lookup
Utah contractors are licensed by DOPL by classification, such as B100 General or R100 Residential. Since 20 April 2026, liability minimums are $1M per occurrence and $2M aggregate. (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL contractor application (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab))
Check a license on the DOPL website (official site, opens in a new tab)
How: Use DOPL's Verify a License search and check the license is active and the classification covers the job. (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab))
Checked against official Utah Division of Professional Licensing sources. See sources.
1. Who needs a license
Contractors working within a DOPL classification's scope need a license in that classification. (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL contractor application (opens in a new tab))
2. License classes
| Class | Name | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| B100 | General Contractor | DOPL general classification (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab)) |
| R100 | Residential/Small Commercial Contractor | DOPL general classification (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab)) |
| E100 | General Engineering Contractor | DOPL general classification (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab)) |
| P200 | General Plumbing Contractor | Needs a Master-licensed qualifier (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab)) |
| P201 | Residential Plumbing Contractor | Needs a Master-licensed qualifier (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab)) |
| E200 | General Electrical Contractor | Needs a Master-licensed qualifier (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab)) |
| E201 | Residential Electrical Contractor | Needs a Master-licensed qualifier (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab)) |
| H100 | HVAC Contractor | Also needs the HVAC trade exam and RMGA certification (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab)) |
3. Fees, exam, bond and insurance
Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application, per qualifier | $50 (source: DOPL contractor application (opens in a new tab)) |
| Application, per classification Plus a $1 surcharge. | $175 (source: DOPL contractor application (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 General classifications need 2 years (4,000 hours) of paid construction experience, or an alternative such as passing the NASCLA exam. (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL contractor application (opens in a new tab))
- Insurance Carry at least $1,000,000 per incident and $2,000,000 aggregate liability, plus workers' comp or a waiver. (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL contractor application (opens in a new tab))
- Background check Fingerprint background checks start 1 Jan 2027. (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab))
Exam
An exam is required. (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab))
- Utah Business & Law exam (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab))
- H100 also needs the HVAC trade exam and RMGA certification. (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab))
Bond
We're still verifying this, check the official board: DOPL website (opens in a new tab).
Insurance
- Workers' comp: Required, or a waiver (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL contractor application (opens in a new tab))
- General liability: $1,000,000 per incident, $2,000,000 aggregate (since 20 April 2026) (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL contractor application (opens in a new tab))
Renewal
We're still verifying this, check the official board: DOPL website (opens in a new tab).
4. How to look up a contractor
Check a license on the DOPL website (official site, opens in a new tab)
How: Use DOPL's Verify a License search and check the license is active and the classification covers the job. (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab))
5. Reciprocity (license transfer)
We're still verifying this, check the official board: DOPL website (opens in a new tab).
6. Red flags when hiring
- Insurance below the 2026 minimums. (source: DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab))
- A classification that doesn't cover the job. (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab))
7. How to complain
We're still verifying this, check the official board: DOPL website (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.
- DOPL: Contracting (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
- DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
- DOPL contractor application (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
Spot something out of date? Email [email protected].
Common questions
Can I use an out-of-state license in Utah?
Licensure by endorsement is available if you are currently licensed in another US state with at least 1 year of experience on that license. (source: DOPL: General Contractor (opens in a new tab), source: DOPL contractor application (opens in a new tab))