New Hampshire Contractor License Requirements
2026 Guide — Everything you need to know about contractor licensing in New Hampshire.
167
Contractors in NH
125
Verified Licenses
N/A
Avg. Experience
10
Cities Covered
New Hampshire Licensing Board
New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification
License Types in New Hampshire
Electrical License
State license required
Plumbing License
State license required
General Contractor
No state license required
Bond Requirements
No state-level surety bond is required for general contractors.
No state bond requirement for general contractors
Insurance Requirements
General Liability Insurance
Not required at the state level. Workers comp required if employees; no general liability mandate
Workers' Compensation
Required when you have employees.
Penalties for Unlicensed Work
Specialty work without license: misdemeanor; general contracting not regulated at state level
How to Verify a License in New Hampshire
1. Use Our Free Verification Tool
Search our database of 167 contractors in New Hampshire by name, license number, or business name.
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Visit the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification for real-time license verification and disciplinary actions.
Visit New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and CertificationAdditional Information
New Hampshire does not license general contractors at the state level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does New Hampshire require a contractor license?
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
No state bond requirement for general contractors
What are the penalties for unlicensed contracting in New Hampshire?
Specialty work without license: misdemeanor; general contracting not regulated at state level
Is insurance required for contractors in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire does not mandate general liability insurance at the state level for general contractors. Workers comp required if employees; no general liability mandate However, insurance is strongly recommended and may be required by local jurisdictions or project contracts.
How do I verify a contractor's license in New Hampshire?
You can verify a contractor's license through the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification website at https://www.oplc.nh.gov/. You can also use our free license verification tool at vemra.ai/licensing/verify to search our database of 167 contractor profiles in New Hampshire.
How many licensed contractors are there in New Hampshire?
Our database includes 167 contractor profiles in New Hampshire, with 125 verified license numbers on file.