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Home pros in Michigan
Cold, snowy winters, ice dams and humid summers drive demand for furnace service, roof repairs and basement waterproofing.
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Check a license in Michigan
Residential builders and maintenance and alteration contractors are licensed by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), and a license is required for residential work valued at $600 or more. Electricians, plumbers and mechanical contractors are licensed separately through LARA.
Michigan homeowner FAQ
How do I check a contractor's license in Michigan?
Use the Michigan state license search to look up residential builders and maintenance and alteration contractors. Make sure the license is active and the type matches your project.
When does a Michigan contractor need a license?
Residential construction or remodeling valued at $600 or more requires a residential builder or maintenance and alteration contractor license.
What is a maintenance and alteration contractor?
It is a LARA license for contractors who work in specific trades like roofing, siding, gutters or painting, rather than full home building.
How can I prevent ice dams?
Improve attic insulation and ventilation, and clean gutters before winter.
How can I keep my basement dry?
Extend downspouts, keep gutters clear, and have a sump pump checked each spring.
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