Contractor License Requirements in Minnesota

Minnesota requires contractor licensing for construction work. The licensing process is overseen by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. Minnesota requires licensing for residential building contractors and remodelers. A $15,000 surety bond is required for residential contractors. General liability insurance of at least $300,000 per occurrence is mandatory. Commercial construction does not require a state-level license.

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 Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry website to verify any contractor's license before hiring.

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