Field guide · Washington
Washington contractor licensing, by trade
Washington licenses 5 trades — each with its own bond, fees and renewal cycle. Compared side by side; every figure is source-cited on the trade page.
Washington licensing detail compiled from the official state boards and cross-checked against the source of record. Every page links its sources and shows the date a human last verified it.
Bond type: Fixed set amount · Tiered scales by volume · Credit-based financial responsibility in lieu of a bond · None no bond required
| ⚡ Electrician | $107.60 | Every 3 yrs | $4,000 Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔧 Plumber | $189.80 | Every 3 yrs | $6,000 Fixed |
| ❄️ HVAC | $141.10 | Every 2 yrs | $15,000 Fixed |
| 🏗️ General Contractor | $141.10 | Every 2 yrs | $30,000 Fixed |
| 🏠 Roofer | $141.10 | Every 2 yrs | $15,000 Fixed |