Contractor License Requirements in Arkansas

Arkansas requires contractor licensing for construction work on projects exceeding $50,000. The licensing process is overseen by the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board. The state threshold applies to commercial work. Residential work over $2,000 requires a separate residential contractor license. Specialty contractors such as electricians and plumbers are licensed through different boards.

Important

Never hire a contractor who cannot provide a valid license number. A legitimate contractor will have no hesitation sharing their license credentials for you to verify independently. If a contractor refuses, discourages you from checking, or makes excuses, treat that as a serious red flag.

Visit the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board website to verify any contractor's license before hiring.

Arkansas does not currently have reciprocal contractor licensing agreements with other states. Contractors licensed in other states must apply for a new Arkansas license through the standard application process. Some states may credit out-of-state experience toward licensing requirements -- contact the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board for details.