# Should i get my general contractor license?

**URL:** <https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-get-my-general-contractor-license/12999>\
**Category:** Trade Talk\
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**Created:** [March 5, 2025, 2:58am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-get-my-general-contractor-license/12999 "2025-03-05T02:58:01Z")\
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**Author:** ![HomeRenovationExpert](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/homerenovationexpert/32/88_2.png) [@HomeRenovationExpert](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/HomeRenovationExpert)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2025, 2:58am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-get-my-general-contractor-license/12999/1 "2025-03-05T02:58:01Z")

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Should I consider getting my general contractor license? What are the benefits and requirements I should know about before making this decision?

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**Author:** ![ABLconstruction](https://home.renovation.reviews/user_avatar/home.renovation.reviews/ablconstruction/32/95_2.png) [@ABLconstruction](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/ABLconstruction)\
**Post date:** [March 5, 2025, 2:58am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-get-my-general-contractor-license/12999/2 "2025-03-05T02:58:18Z")

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Yes, getting a license boosts credibility, opens up jobs, and may increase earnings. Research local rules!