Hi there,
I am 22 years old and I have been working in construction/trades for over 5 years now. II am planning on starting my own renovation business doing small scope work and gradually moving forward to larger projects.
My question is what license (other than a business license) am I required to have if I am doing a full reno of a room (electrical, plumbing, drywall, etc..)? Do I need to be licensed in each trade?
I am proficient in every aspect, I just want to make sure I am doing everything the right way.
Hope you guys can help, thanks!
Hi,
Yes. You do need to be licensed to do work in some specific areas of trade, like electrical and plumbing, but normally not in drywall and finishing work. However, it would be advised that you carry a license for each trade you work in.
Check the government website for where you intend to work. They should have all the information you may need concerning licensing, insurance, etc.
Hope that answers your question!
-Majd Mouzaffar
Martin's Renovations
Hi Steve,
As Majd stated, yes you need to have a qualified tradesman working on specific areas of your renovations. Even if it is a small thing like changing an outlet. Remember, If something is faulty, you are liable. Get permits and go by the book. Get Red Seal Trades in to do the work.
Barry Primak
BOLT Custom Carpentry
In the province of Ontario you need to be a licenced electrical contractor to complete any electrical work in a building or dwelling that belongs to someone else.
This also applies to other trades and also special tickets from TSSA for gas fitting, etc.
Cheers
John Kuehnl-Cadwell
Master Electrician
Datawise Solutions Inc
The only thing that I can add that has not already been stated (but not directly related to your query) is to develop positive relationships with licensed trades people. These people will be your greatest allies in getting work done in a timely and professional manner. As you work with them and get to know their work, you will be better able to price things out.
When you are doing an estimate, you may need to coordinate with them re: their costs. If they are agreeable (and most are), follow them around as they do their estimate and ask questions. This keeps you better informed of the nitty gritty of what goes into their part of the job and can make their job easier later as you will be more knowledgeable.
Good luck and be sure to ask questions on this forum! People here have been very helpful with me as well.
Hi,
Actually I'm in the exact same boat as well. I want to open my own reno company. And I am a licensed electrician. But I'd like to do as much of the work myself as possible. So yes I would need electrical permits and a plumbers license. But what about framing? Must I have a carpenters license to do the work. And will I need this license to pull a building permit.
Hi
I would like start a Home reno business but want to hire contractors who will do the job for me. Do I need any construstion license myself to run the business?
Thanks
Joy
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