The Capitol Connection is our weekly Q & A column for contractors that focuses on topics pertaining to contractor's licensing.
Did you hear about nationwide licensing contractors? Our second contractor discovers there is a ‘payoff’ in his issue while another gets a ‘time’ saver… Q: I would like to inquire about Nationwide licensing. We provide products related to surface water management throughout the US (mostly in the West) and frequently are asked to help with the…
Righting wrongs like a superhero for contractors! Seriously, I also share important information that impacts contractors and consumers alike direct from the Board… Q: I have over 35 years of plumbing experience, much of which was gained by working for the Union. I have been told that I will qualify for my own Contractors License (“C-36”)…
First, a nod to knowing with an expert solution to share with all contractors. When it comes to fingerprinting once is not enough for some… Q: If I am an RME for a company in CA, can I also be a Responsible Managing Employee (RME) for a different company in AZ? I know California only allows…
In life as in contractor licenses, there is just one you! An untimely loss has prompted some questions we can all benefit from learning now. I also help clarify the sometimes misunderstood rules on business naming… Q: I understand there is a limit of three licenses in which Qualifier can be associated with at a given…
I will put out one ‘fire’ and kindle a second before I send another contractor to a higher power on a CA license question and wrap up in AZ. Here to help you answer your license issues, how can I help you? Got a question? Q: I would like your help in pursuing a fire alarm…
Answers are not always yes, or no. Sometimes, it depends! Let’s talk stress reduction with a qualified answer for one contractor and end the drama for another… Q: I am interested in selling my contracting business. If I sell, do I keep my license number, or does it go with the sale? A: It depends on…
Life is a challenge and every day a test, but when can you expect to sit down for your contractor license exams? I share why you cannot franchise experience in applying or borrow someone’s license to bid and work… Q: Our company has the opportunity to perform some work in California. From what I’ve read, it…
What is old can be new again, but databases never forget the past! No crystal ball so I can only share my condolences and an expert solution for the unexpected problem, and offer advice to a hopeful future license contractor… Q: My company (OldCo) was recently acquired as an asset sale by NewCo. NewCo obtained a…
Looks like the state next to us has been looking at our answers! I validate an assumption, which as an expert I am not able to do very often, and ‘revive’ hope that a license can be regained… Q: We have several businesses in CA with licenses. We seem to continually be dealing with Qualifiers disassociating…