Home Improvement Contractor License Check

You can check if a home improvement contractor is licensed by the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA).

Any contractor performing home improvement work costing more than $200 must have a DCA license to operate legally in New York City.

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Check if a home improvement contractor is licensed.

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Phone assistance is currently unavailable. Email consumers@dca.nyc.gov for assistance.

The New York City Department of Consumer Affairs can help you with complaints about businesses in New York City. For complaints about businesses elsewhere, contact the local Consumer Affairs office or the State Attorney General's office.

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By Phone

Agency: Nassau County Consumer Affairs
Phone Number: (516) 571-2449
Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Agency: Suffolk County Consumer Affairs
Phone Number: (631) 231-2400
Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Agency: Westchester County Department of Consumer Protection
Phone Number: (914) 995-2155
Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Agency: New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
Phone Number: (973) 504-6200
Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

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