Do I need an Oregon state contractor license to work on my house?
Answered by AskBaily Editorial · Updated
Short answer
Yes. Oregon CCB is one of the strictest state boards in the US — any contractor performing work totaling $1,000 or more (or any plumbing, electrical, or structural work regardless of cost) must be OR CCB-registered. There is no small-repair exemption like some states. Always verify active CCB status directly at search.ccb.state.or.us before signing a contract.
In detail
Yes. Oregon CCB is one of the strictest state boards in the US — any contractor performing work totaling $1,000 or more (or any plumbing, electrical, or structural work regardless of cost) must be OR CCB-registered. There is no small-repair exemption like some states. Always verify active CCB status directly at search.ccb.state.or.us before signing a contract.
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