How do I verify a New York City contractor's HIC license?
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Short answer
Visit nyc.gov/dca and search by license number or business name under Consumer Services. The record shows active status, borough coverage, DCWP complaint docket, and trust-fund standing. For 4+ unit buildings, separately verify the DOB General Contractor registration at the NYC DOB Licensed Contractor search. AskBaily's Wave 181 verifier automates both checks.
In detail
Visit nyc.gov/dca and search by license number or business name under Consumer Services. The record shows active status, borough coverage, DCWP complaint docket, and trust-fund standing. For 4+ unit buildings, separately verify the DOB General Contractor registration at the NYC DOB Licensed Contractor search. AskBaily's Wave 181 verifier automates both checks.
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