Is My Contractor Licensed in Nebraska?

Plumbers in Nebraska

Licensed by: City plumbing boards

Nebraska law sets up plumbing boards at the city level: Omaha, as a city of the metropolitan class, must have one, and other cities and villages may create one, with board members who are licensed plumbers. Ask the plumber for the city license that applies where you live and confirm it with your city, and also check that the business is registered with the Nebraska Department of Labor.

Look up a license  ·  Source: Nebraska Revised Statute 18-1901 - Plumbing board  ·  5 plumbing companies in Nebraska on 1-800Deals

Electricians in Nebraska

Licensed by: Nebraska State Electrical Board

Under the State Electrical Act, no one may wire or install electrical wiring, apparatus or equipment for another person unless licensed by the State Electrical Board as an electrical contractor, Class B electrical contractor, Class A master electrician or fire alarm installer, and the electricians doing the work must hold journeyman-level licenses. The Nebraska State Electrical Division runs a public license and registration search.

Look up a license  ·  Source: Nebraska Revised Statute 81-2108 - License required  ·  2 electricians companies in Nebraska on 1-800Deals

HVAC (heating and air) in Nebraska

Licensed by: Nebraska Department of Labor

Nebraska's official licensing pages do not list a statewide HVAC license; the statewide requirement is that every contractor register with the Nebraska Department of Labor, which says registration does not ensure quality of work or protect against fraud. Look the company up in the department's registered contractor search and ask your city building department whether a local license or permit applies.

Look up a license  ·  Source: Contractor Registration - Nebraska Department of Labor  ·  2 hvac companies in Nebraska on 1-800Deals

Roofers in Nebraska

Licensed by: Nebraska Department of Labor

Nebraska's official licensing pages do not list a statewide roofing license; all contractors doing business in Nebraska must register with the Nebraska Department of Labor. The department notes that registration does not ensure quality of work or protect against fraud, so check the roofer in its registered contractor search and ask your city whether a local license or permit applies.

Look up a license  ·  Source: Contractor Registration - Nebraska Department of Labor  ·  2 roofing companies in Nebraska on 1-800Deals

Pest control in Nebraska

Licensed by: Nebraska Department of Agriculture

People who make structural or lawn care pesticide applications to another person's property for hire must be licensed by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, whether they use general or restricted-use pesticides. Home pest work such as insects, spiders, rats and mice falls under certification Category 08, Structural and Health-Related Pest Control. The department links to a certified pesticide applicator database where you can search by name, applicator number, city, county or ZIP code.

Look up a license  ·  Source: Pesticide Applicator Certification and Licensing - Nebraska Department of Agriculture  ·  5 pest control companies in Nebraska on 1-800Deals

Garage door companies in Nebraska

Licensed by: Nebraska Department of Labor

Nebraska's official licensing pages do not list a statewide garage door license. Nebraska's Contractor Registration Act defines a contractor broadly as anyone in the business of constructing, altering or repairing buildings and other improvements to real property, and the Department of Labor requires all contractors to register. Check the company in the department's registered contractor search.

Look up a license  ·  Source: Nebraska Revised Statute 48-2103 - Contractor Registration Act definitions  ·  2 garage doors companies in Nebraska on 1-800Deals

Water damage restoration in Nebraska

Licensed by: Nebraska Department of Labor

Nebraska's official licensing pages list no license for water damage restoration or mold remediation. Restoration companies that repair or rebuild a home are contractors under the Contractor Registration Act and must register with the Nebraska Department of Labor, and any electrical repairs need a state-licensed electrical contractor. Check the company in the department's registered contractor search.

Look up a license  ·  Source: Nebraska Revised Statute 48-2103 - Contractor Registration Act definitions  ·  12 water damage restoration companies in Nebraska on 1-800Deals

Local guides in Nebraska

• Plumbing in Omaha, NE
• Roofing in Omaha, NE

Frequently asked questions

Do contractors have to register in Nebraska?

Yes. All contractors doing business in Nebraska must register with the Nebraska Department of Labor, and you can check a company in the department's registered contractor search. The department notes that registration does not ensure quality of work or protect against fraud.

Who licenses electricians in Nebraska?

The State Electrical Board, through the Nebraska State Electrical Division. Wiring or installing electrical equipment for someone else requires a state electrical contractor, Class B electrical contractor, Class A master electrician or fire alarm installer license, and you can check a license in the division's public search.

Does a pest control company need a license in Nebraska?

Yes. Anyone who makes structural or lawn care pesticide applications to another person's property for hire must be licensed by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, and the department links to a searchable database of certified applicators.

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