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Painting Contractor — PC
Total cost: $100-$150
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Yes
License Required
Contractor License
License Type
No
Exam Required
No
Experience Required
No
Bonding Required
$100-$150
Total Initial Fees
State contractor licensing requirements for painting contractors
Mostly verifiedLicense Required
Yes
License Type
Contractor License
License Threshold
$4,000
Exemptions
North Dakota requires a contractor license for painting work. Requirements are administered by the North Dakota Secretary of State. Always verify current requirements directly with the licensing authority.
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Experience, Education & Examination Requirements
Mostly verifiedExperience Required
No
Exam Required
No
North Dakota does not require specific experience or exams for painting contractors at the state level. All painting contractors working on pre-1978 homes should obtain EPA RRP certification for lead paint safety.
Insurance & Bonding Requirements
Mostly verifiedGeneral Liability
Not required by state (recommended)
Workers' Compensation
Required for all employers through ND Workforce Safety & Insurance (WSI), the state's exclusive monopolistic workers' comp fund
Surety Bond
Not required by state
Insurance requirements vary by state. Even in states that do not mandate insurance for painting contractors, carrying general liability insurance ($1,000,000+ recommended) and workers' compensation insurance is strongly recommended to protect your business and clients. Surety bonds protect consumers if a contractor fails to complete work or meet obligations.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Business License Fee General business license/registration fee for North Dakota | $100-$150 |
Total Initial Fees Business license/registration fee only — no state contractor license required for painting. | $100-$150 |
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Renewal Requirements & Ongoing Obligations
Mostly verifiedAnnual
Renewal Period
N/A
Renewal Fee
Not Required
Continuing Education
Regulatory Board
Painting contractor licenses in North Dakota must be renewed annual. Ensure all insurance and bonding requirements remain current between renewal periods. EPA RRP certification must be renewed every 5 years.
North Dakota requires a Contractor License for projects over $4,000. Annual renewal is required.
North Dakota requires a Contractor License for painting projects over $4,000.
Annual renewal is required.
EPA Lead Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Rule certification is required for work on pre-1978 homes that disturbs lead-based paint. This is a federal requirement that applies in all states.
Workers' compensation insurance is required in North Dakota: Required for all employers through ND WSI (state fund).
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Painting Contractor requirements in North Dakota verified against North Dakota Secretary of State, March 2026.
Accessed 2025-01-15
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North Dakota requires Contractor License for painting contractors. License is required for projects valued at $4,000. All painting contractors working on pre-1978 homes must obtain EPA RRP certification. Licensing is managed through the North Dakota Secretary of State.
Requirements vary by state and locality. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority.