Contractors and Repair Shops in Arkansas
Licensing, written contracts, deposits and estimates for home improvement contractors and auto repair shops in Arkansas.
Short answer: Residential building contractors and home improvement contractors (those who repair, remodel, add to or improve an existing single-family residence of one to four units) must be licensed by the Residential Contractors Committee of the Contractors Licensing Board unless exempt; Ark. Code Ann. §§ 17-25-502, 17-25-505; Arkansas Attorney General, Home Improvements
| Home improvement contractors | Residential building contractors and home improvement contractors (those who repair, remodel, add to or improve an existing single-family residence of one to four units) must be licensed by the Residential Contractors Committee of the Contractors Licensing Board unless exempt; working without a required license is a Class A misdemeanor. The Attorney General says any contractor building, repairing or improving a home for more than $2,000 must be licensed and bonded, and recommends a written, signed contract with a detailed description of work and materials, start and completion dates, total cost and payment terms, and a requirement for your written approval of price increases. Statute: https://codes.findlaw.com/ar/title-17-professions-occupations-and-businesses/ar-code-sect-17-25-505/ |
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FAQ
What are the rules for home improvement contractors in Arkansas?
Residential building contractors and home improvement contractors (those who repair, remodel, add to or improve an existing single-family residence of one to four units) must be licensed by the Residential Contractors Committee of the Contractors Licensing Board unless exempt; working without a required license is a Class A misdemeanor. The Attorney General says any contractor building, repairing or improving a home for more than $2,000 must be licensed and bonded, and recommends a written, signed contract with a detailed description of work and materials, start and completion dates, total cost and payment terms, and a requirement for your written approval of price increases.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.