Contractors
Licensed contractors are required by law for certain types of work and it is unlawful to hire an unlicensed contractor.
Duct and Hood Cleaners
- Download the Duct and Hood Cleaners (HVAC B) license application
- See the list of Licensed Duct and Hood Cleaners
Electrical contractors - State of Minnesota
- Electrical contractors and electricians are licensed by the State of Minnesota Electricity Board, 651-284-5064.
- See the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Electrical Contactor List
Mechanical and heating contractors
- Download the Mechanical and heating contractors license application
- See the list of Mechanical contractors
Plumbing contractors
Residential building licenses - State of Minnesota
Residential building contractors are licensed by the State of Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. Permits for any residential construction, remodeling, or roofing projects are issued only to contractors who hold a state license.
- Residential building contractor license
The contractor can construct, remodel, or roof/re-roof a single residence and two-, three-, or four-dwelling structures. - Residential remodeling license
The contractor can remodel or roof/re-roof a single residence and two-, three-, or four-dwelling structures. - Residential roofer license
The contractor can roof or re-roof only.
Find a licensed building contractor
- The Commerce Department explains how to hire a residential contractor
- To check the status of a contractor's license or find a licensed contractor, contact the the Minnesota Department Of Labor and Industry
Residential building contractors – City of Minneapolis
- If the contractor does not meet the state requirements listed above, they must obtain a Residential Specialty Contractor license.
- See a list of Minneapolis Licensed Residential Building Contractors
Wrecking contractors
Class A Building Wreckers may tear down any building or structure regardless of size or height.
Class B Building Wrecker may tear down buildings no taller than three stories or 35 feet high and not larger than 10,000 square feet above grade.
Solid Waste Haulers and Wrecking Contractors are the only contractors authorized by City of Minneapolis Ordinance to obtain a permit to place a dumpster on the street in Minneapolis.