In the state of Mississippi a certificate or license is required for all construction except handyman projects. Recognized licenses from another state are accepted in Mississippi. This includes plumbing, electrical and other specialty trades a s Mississippi does not have specific licenses for these trades.

Residential Building License

For anyone to build a residence that is three (3) stories in height or less, and the cosy is $50,000 or more, he or she must have a Residential Building License from the Mississippi Contractor Licensing Board.

Residential Remodeling License

Any one who takes on a job to remodel any residence that would cost $10,000 or more must have a Residential Remodeling License from the Mississippi Contractor Licensing Board.

For both residential building and remodeling contractors must have:

• Worker’s compensation insurance
• Liability Insurance
• Federal and state tax numbers
• Certificate of Authority from the Mississippi Secretary of State
• Info on company organization, personnel finances, company financial condition, equipment and experience
• Pass a Residential Trade exam by PSI Examination Services

Commercial Construction Contractor's Certificate

Mississippi Contractor Licensing Board issues certificates in:

• Building construction
• Electrical work
• Heavy construction
• Highway, street, bridge construction
• Mechanical work
• Specialty work

For both commercial building and remodeling contractors must have:

• Worker’s compensation insurance and liability insurance for 300,000 per occurrence and $600,000 aggregate
• Federal and state tax numbers
• Certificate of Authority from the Mississippi Secretary of State
• Info on company organization, personnel finances, company financial condition, equipment and experience
• Pass a pass both a business and law exam and a trade exam by PSI Examination Services

Certificates

Asbestos and Lead Abatement
Architects
Landscape Architects
Engineers
Land Surveyors

Consumers are advised to also check for municipal license requirements as contractor laws can differ from county to county. It is also advisable to double check with the state’s requirements before hiring a contractor.