Oregon Contractor License Requirements
Do You Need a Contractor License in Oregon?
Oregon has a statewide contractor license. Threshold: Generally required; a narrow exemption under $1,000. Trades such as electrical and plumbing often have separate rules. Confirm with the official site, because rules change.
- System
- State License
- When it applies
- Generally required; a narrow exemption under $1,000
- Summary checked
- By its authors, 2026-09-04 to 2026-10-26. Not verified by us against state law.
How to Check a Contractor in Oregon
Ask for the license number and exact business name, then search them on the state's official site. Check that the license is active, that its class covers your job and its dollar size, and that the name matches your contract.
Official Records on This Site
We publish 37,498 active records from the Oregon Construction Contractors Board, downloaded November 6, 2026. Search by name or number, or use the original dataset.
Common Questions
How do you check a contractor in Oregon?
Ask for the license number and exact business name, then search them on the state's official site. Check that the license is active, that its class covers your job and its dollar size, and that the name matches your contract.
Does a license mean the contractor is insured?
Not always. Ask for a current certificate of liability insurance and proof of workers’ compensation, and call the insurer to confirm if the job is large.
Contractors in Oregon
All 37,715 listed in Oregon, most in Portland, Bend, Salem, Eugene, Beaverton, Medford.
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