Contractors and Repair Shops in Nevada
Licensing, written contracts, deposits and estimates for home improvement contractors and auto repair shops in Nevada.
Short answer: It is unlawful to work as a contractor or bid on a job in Nevada without an active license from the State Contractors' Board, unless exempt. Nev. Rev. Stat. §§ 624.700, 624.600, 624.940
| Home improvement contractors | It is unlawful to work as a contractor or bid on a job in Nevada without an active license from the State Contractors' Board, unless exempt. A general building contractor working for the owner of a single-family home must give the owner, in writing, the names and license numbers of subcontractors and material suppliers of $500 or more, a notice that they may record a lien on the home, and an informational form about contractors and liens. For residential pool or spa contracts over $1,000, the contract must be in writing with required terms, and any initial down payment may not exceed $1,000 or 10% of the contract price, whichever is less. The $1,000 / 10% deposit cap verified here is in the residential pool and spa contract section; a general deposit cap for other home improvement work was not confirmed. |
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| Auto repair rules | If a vehicle repair will cost more than $50, the body shop or garage must give the customer a signed written estimate of the total charge for labor and parts (with limited exceptions). If additional charges exceed the estimate by 20% or $100, whichever is less, the shop must notify the owner and insurer, and may not do the extra work until the owner or insurer authorizes it or takes the vehicle back after paying for authorized work. Repairs must follow the most recently agreed estimate. On request, the shop must give the customer the parts it replaced, except parts that must be returned to the manufacturer under a warranty or exchange (which the customer may ask to see). The Attorney General's FAQ refers complaints about repair shops to the DMV Compliance Enforcement Division, which licenses garages and body shops. |
Where to get help in Nevada
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FAQ
What are the rules for home improvement contractors in Nevada?
It is unlawful to work as a contractor or bid on a job in Nevada without an active license from the State Contractors' Board, unless exempt. A general building contractor working for the owner of a single-family home must give the owner, in writing, the names and license numbers of subcontractors and material suppliers of $500 or more, a notice that they may record a lien on the home, and an informational form about contractors and liens. For residential pool or spa contracts over $1,000, the contract must be in writing with required terms, and any initial down payment may not exceed $1,000 or 10% of the contract price, whichever is less.
What are your rights with an auto repair shop in Nevada?
If a vehicle repair will cost more than $50, the body shop or garage must give the customer a signed written estimate of the total charge for labor and parts (with limited exceptions). If additional charges exceed the estimate by 20% or $100, whichever is less, the shop must notify the owner and insurer, and may not do the extra work until the owner or insurer authorizes it or takes the vehicle back after paying for authorized work. Repairs must follow the most recently agreed estimate. On request, the shop must give the customer the parts it replaced, except parts that must be returned to the manufacturer under a warranty or exchange (which the customer may ask to see).
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.