Today, we are answering the question, "What does it take to become a licensed contractor in Arizona?" Contractor licensing is not only a requirement, it provides customers with peace of mind. The license means that your company not only has the required knowledge and experience to complete the job correctly, but that you are also a legitimate business.

Arizona requires all construction or remodeling jobs over $1,000 be completed by a contractor licensed by the Registrar of Contractors . In order to apply one must complete required courses, pass the corresponding exams, and pay an application licensing fee. This all needs done before working on a project.

Moreover, this contractor licensing requirement is for all businesses, from the individual/sole proprietorship to the largest corporation. Those who can apply is anyone who meets the experience, knowledge, and skills required by Arizona, or employs a person meeting these requirements. Corporations and limited liability companies must also register with the Arizona Corporation Commission before submitting a contractor license application.

Here are the steps you must follow:

1. A desire to change your life and become a trade professional.
2. Determine which license to apply for based on your work experience and the type of work you wish to perform.
3. Study for the exam by using our  NO Pass NO Pay Guarantee methods.
4. Pass the test with PSI
5. Search for a company name that is available at the Registrar of Contractors (ROC) and Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC)
6. Select a form of company you wish to register as and select a reliable statutory agent representative
7. Register the company name with the appropriate state agency
8. Apply for a License and Tax bond
9. Apply for a federal employer identification number
10. Apply for a state transaction privilege tax number with the Department of Revenue
11. If you have employees, provide proof of workers compensation insurance
12. Fill out the work experience and project lists and have them notarized
13. Fill out and file the licensing application with Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC)
14. Wait to be issued.

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