Kansas Contractor License Requirements
2026 Guide — Everything you need to know about contractor licensing in Kansas.
523
Contractors in KS
453
Verified Licenses
14 yrs
Avg. Experience
10
Cities Covered
Kansas Licensing Board
Kansas Attorney General — Roofing Registration
License Types in Kansas
Roofing Contractor Registration
Required statewide since 2013
General Contractor
No state license; city/county may require license
Electrical/Plumbing
Licensed at city or county level
Bond Requirements
No state-level surety bond is required for general contractors.
No state bond for general contractors; roofing registration does not require bond
Insurance Requirements
General Liability Insurance
Not required at the state level. Roofers must maintain general liability insurance of at least $300,000
Workers' Compensation
Required when you have employees.
Penalties for Unlicensed Work
Roofing without registration: up to $10,000 fine per violation; general contracting varies by locality
How to Verify a License in Kansas
1. Use Our Free Verification Tool
Search our database of 523 contractors in Kansas by name, license number, or business name.
Verify a contractor now2. Check the Official State Board
Visit the Kansas Attorney General — Roofing Registration for real-time license verification and disciplinary actions.
Visit Kansas Attorney General — Roofing RegistrationAdditional Information
Kansas only requires state-level registration for roofers. Other trades are regulated locally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Kansas require a contractor license?
Kansas does not require a general contractor license at the state level. However, specialty trades like electrical and plumbing typically require state licenses, and many local jurisdictions have their own licensing requirements.
What are the bond requirements for contractors in Kansas?
No state bond for general contractors; roofing registration does not require bond
What are the penalties for unlicensed contracting in Kansas?
Roofing without registration: up to $10,000 fine per violation; general contracting varies by locality
Is insurance required for contractors in Kansas?
Kansas does not mandate general liability insurance at the state level for general contractors. Roofers must maintain general liability insurance of at least $300,000 However, insurance is strongly recommended and may be required by local jurisdictions or project contracts.
How do I verify a contractor's license in Kansas?
You can verify a contractor's license through the Kansas Attorney General — Roofing Registration website at https://ag.ks.gov/licensing/roofing-registration. You can also use our free license verification tool at vemra.ai/licensing/verify to search our database of 523 contractor profiles in Kansas.
How many licensed contractors are there in Kansas?
Our database includes 523 contractor profiles in Kansas, with 453 verified license numbers on file. The average contractor in Kansas has 14 years of experience.