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🔍 Verify a Mississippi Contractor License
Check any contractor's license status, expiration date, and classification directly from the official MSBOC database — right here.
License Verified
This contractor has a valid Mississippi license.
Why Verify a Contractor License in Mississippi?
Mississippi law requires any contractor performing commercial or residential work over a certain threshold to be licensed by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC). Verifying a contractor's license before hiring protects you from:
- Unlicensed contractors — who may not carry proper insurance or meet safety standards
- Expired licenses — contractors working without current credentials
- Fraud and scams — especially after storms when unlicensed "storm chasers" flood the Gulf Coast
- Liability issues — unlicensed contractors aren't covered by the same insurance requirements
Mississippi Contractor License Thresholds
| Project Type | License Required At | License Type |
|---|---|---|
| 🏗️ New Commercial Construction | $50,000+ | Commercial (MC/SC) |
| 🏠 New Residential Construction | $50,000+ | Residential Builder |
| 🔧 Residential Remodeling / Roofing | $10,000+ | Residential Remodeling or Roofing |
| ⚡ Electrical / Plumbing / HVAC | Any amount | Trade-specific license required |
Source: Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC). Thresholds subject to change. Always verify with the official board.
📖 Know Before You Hire
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