Licensing information from Michigan.gov

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You should be aware that all contractors offering to do work which totals $600 or more in labor and materials must be licensed by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

 

A Residential Builders license allows a contractor to build a complete residential structure and to do maintenance & alteration (remodeling) work on a residential structure.

 

A Maintenance & Alteration license indicates that the holder has met requirements for one or more of the following trades:

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Basement waterproofing                 

Carpentry 
Concrete                                       

Excavation 
House wrecking                     

Insulation 
Masonry                             

Roofing                 
Screen and storm sash         

Gutters                     
Siding                             

Swimming pools 
Tile and marble 

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The trades for which a maintenance & alteration contractor is qualified to practice are listed on the license. 

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The holders state license must be displayed in the place of business and all contractors and their salespersons must carry a pocket card which you should ask to see.

If they cannot show you a license, check the department's License Information database or call the Licensing Division at 517-373-8068.