Is My Contractor Licensed in South Carolina?

Plumbers in South Carolina

Licensed by: South Carolina Residential Builders Commission (LLR)

As of 2026, residential plumbing work over $500 requires a Residential Plumber license from the South Carolina Residential Builders Commission. Commercial plumbing work over $10,000 falls under the Contractor's Licensing Board. Look up the plumber in LLR's Residential Builders Commission licensee lookup.

Look up a license  ·  Source: SC LLR Residential Builders Commission: Residential Plumber License  ·  27 plumbing companies in South Carolina on 1-800Deals

Electricians in South Carolina

Licensed by: South Carolina Residential Builders Commission (LLR)

As of 2026, residential electrical work over $500 requires a Residential Electrician license from the South Carolina Residential Builders Commission. Commercial electrical work over $10,000 falls under the Contractor's Licensing Board. Look up the electrician in LLR's Residential Builders Commission licensee lookup.

Look up a license  ·  Source: SC LLR Residential Builders Commission: Residential Electrician License  ·  14 electricians companies in South Carolina on 1-800Deals

HVAC (heating and air) in South Carolina

Licensed by: South Carolina Residential Builders Commission (LLR)

As of 2026, residential HVAC work over $500 requires an HVAC Installer and Repairer license from the South Carolina Residential Builders Commission. Commercial HVAC work over $10,000 falls under the Contractor's Licensing Board. Look up the technician in LLR's Residential Builders Commission licensee lookup.

Look up a license  ·  Source: SC LLR Residential Builders Commission: HVAC Installer and Repairer License  ·  17 hvac companies in South Carolina on 1-800Deals

Roofers in South Carolina

Licensed by: South Carolina Residential Builders Commission (LLR)

Roofers are one of the trades that register with the Residential Builders Commission as residential specialty contractors, a registration that applies when a job exceeds $500 (as of 2026). No exam is required for specialty contractor registration. Look up the roofer in LLR's Residential Builders Commission licensee lookup.

Look up a license  ·  Source: SC LLR Residential Builders Commission: Specialty Contractor Registration  ·  8 roofing companies in South Carolina on 1-800Deals

Pest control in South Carolina

Licensed by: Clemson University Department of Pesticide Regulation

Structural pest control companies in South Carolina need a business license from Clemson University's Department of Pesticide Regulation, a Designated Certified Applicator at each business location, and proof of liability insurance. Search for the company, business license number or applicator in the department's commercial applicator search.

Look up a license  ·  Source: Clemson Department of Pesticide Regulation: Frequently Asked Questions  ·  48 pest control companies in South Carolina on 1-800Deals

Garage door companies in South Carolina

Licensed by: South Carolina Residential Builders Commission (LLR)

South Carolina's official licensing pages list no garage door license. The Residential Builders Commission licenses residential builders for the construction, repair or improvement of homes when the cost exceeds $5,000 (as of 2026). Ask which LLR license the company holds and check it in the licensee lookup.

Look up a license  ·  Source: SC LLR Residential Builders Commission: Residential Builder License  ·  9 garage doors companies in South Carolina on 1-800Deals

Water damage restoration in South Carolina

Licensed by: South Carolina Residential Builders Commission (LLR)

South Carolina's official licensing pages list no restoration or mold license. Rebuilding and repair on a home is residential building work, and it requires a Residential Builder license when the cost exceeds $5,000 (as of 2026). Plumbing, electrical or HVAC repairs over $500 need the matching residential trade license.

Look up a license  ·  Source: SC LLR Residential Builders Commission: Residential Builder License  ·  50 water damage restoration companies in South Carolina on 1-800Deals

Local guides in South Carolina

• Pest control in Charleston, SC
• Pest control in Columbia, SC
• Plumbing in Columbia, SC
• Plumbing in Greenville, SC

Frequently asked questions

Does a small plumbing, electrical or HVAC repair need a licensed pro in South Carolina?

As of 2026, residential plumbing, electrical and HVAC work over $500 requires a license from the Residential Builders Commission. Commercial work in those trades over $10,000 falls under the Contractor's Licensing Board.

What is the difference between a residential builder and a specialty contractor in South Carolina?

A Residential Builder license covers building, repairing or improving homes when the cost exceeds $5,000 (as of 2026). A registered specialty contractor, such as a roofer, may hold up to three trade classifications, and cannot build additions without supervision by a residential builder or other properly licensed person.

How do I check a pest control company in South Carolina?

Clemson University's Department of Pesticide Regulation licenses pest control businesses. Its online commercial applicator search lets you look up a company, a business license number or an applicator.

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