Remodeling Contractor Licenses

When discussing a home renovation project with a home remodeling contractor, inevitably the issue of licensing comes up. At the front of his or her portfolio, the contractor may have a copy of a state license, along with a print-out showing a clean record of consumer complaints, penalties, or fines.

A few remodeling contractors may even make a big issue of licensure, saying that this is proof positive of a good local reputation and that superior work on his part is guaranteed.

How much weight should you give to contractor licensing?