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General Contractor
Total cost: $285
Yes
License Required?
2 years
Experience Required
No
Bonding Required?
$285
Total Initial Fees
Licenses expire November 30 of odd-numbered years regardless of when issued.
Renewal Period
6 hrs
CE Hours
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Residential contractor license for Utah. Covers construction, remodeling, and repair of residential properties.
Project Limit
License required for projects over $3,000
Additional Requirements
Description
Commercial contractor license for Utah. Covers construction of commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings.
Project Limit
License required for projects over $3,000
Additional Requirements
Description
General contractor license/registration for Utah. Covers a broad range of construction activities.
Project Limit
License required for projects over $3,000
Additional Requirements
Description
Specialty contractor license for Utah. Covers specialized trades and construction activities. Categories: B (General Building), E (General Engineering), S (Specialty), R (Residential).
Additional Requirements
Experience & Documentation
Verified2
Years Required
Required
Documented Project History
Journeyman/Trade Experience
Minimum 2 years of documented experience in the construction trade
Alternative Pathways (Education Substitutions)
Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
Trade Exam
Required
Business & Law Exam
Exam Provider
ProvExam is listed as the exam provider on the official DOPL contracting pages; however, at least one third-party source (EZSuretybonds) still references PSI. The official DOPL site references an 'authorized exam provider' without naming it on the fetched snippet, but ProvExam is the current authorized provider per DOPL.
Passing Score
70%
Open Book
Yes
Trade Exam Details
Utah contractor exams administered by ProvExam (NOT PSI). Includes trade exam and business/law exam. 30-hour pre-licensure education course required before sitting for exam.
Business & Law Exam Details
Business and law examination covering contract law, lien law, and business management
Retake Policy
Candidates may retake the exam after a waiting period. Contact the board for specific retake policies.
Overall licensing difficulty: 7/100
Study recommendation: 1–2 weeks of focused review is usually sufficient
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Passing Score
70%
Administered By
ProvExam is listed as the exam provider on the official DOPL contracting pages; however, at least one third-party source (EZSuretybonds) still references PSI. The official DOPL site references an 'authorized exam provider' without naming it on the fetched snippet, but ProvExam is the current authorized provider per DOPL.
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Bonding Requirements
VerifiedSurety Bond Not Required
Surety bonds protect consumers by providing financial recourse if a contractor fails to complete a project or violates licensing regulations. Bond costs are typically 1-3% of the bond amount annually.
Insurance & Workers' Comp
VerifiedRequired
General Liability
Required
Workers' Compensation
Minimum Coverage
$100,000 for each incident and $300,000 in total, with DOPL listed as certificate holder.
Additional Insurance Requirements
Workers' Comp Threshold
Required for employers with 1 or more employees
Workers' Comp Details
Utah requires workers' compensation insurance for employers with 1 or more employees. Sole proprietors may be exempt but coverage is recommended.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Application fee | $55 |
Exam Fee Per exam through ProvExam | $100 |
License Fee License fee | $130 |
Renewal Fee Per 2 years | $130 |
Total Initial Fees $55 application + $100 exam + $130 license. Plus ~$50 fingerprint/background check. | $285 |
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Renewal & CE Requirements
VerifiedLicenses expire November 30 of odd-numbered years regardless of when issued.
Renewal Period
6 hrs
CE Hours Required
CE Topics
Renewal Fee
$130
Regulatory Board
Contractor licenses must be renewed on schedule. Many states require continuing education covering building codes, safety practices, business law, and energy efficiency standards.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
ICC Certification Not Accepted
Reciprocity Type
Exam waiver with qualifying out-of-state license
Transfer Details
Utah may waive the trade exam for applicants holding an equivalent license for 1+ years in another state. Business/law exam still required.
General contractor license reciprocity varies significantly by state. Some states recognize ICC certifications, while others require passing the state exam regardless of prior credentials. Always verify current policies with the state licensing board.
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Utah uses ProvExam (not PSI) for contractor exams. Requires 30-hr pre-licensure course. GL must list DOPL as cert holder. Licenses expire Nov 30 of odd years. Exam waiver with 1yr out-of-state license.
Utah contractor exams administered by ProvExam (provexam.com), NOT PSI.
30-hour pre-licensure education course required before sitting for the exam.
GL insurance: $100,000/$300,000 minimum with DOPL listed as certificate holder.
License expires November 30 of odd-numbered years (2-year cycle).
Fingerprint-based background check required (~$50 additional cost).
Exam waiver available for applicants with 1+ years equivalent out-of-state license (trade exam only).
Penalties for unlicensed contracting: up to $5,000 per violation.
Lien Law Basics
Preliminary Notice: Required
Lien Deadline: 90 days after completion
Utah construction lien law: Preliminary notice is required to preserve lien rights. Lien filing deadline: 90 days after completion.
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