At-a-glance
- Licensing body: No state general contractor license; municipal registration required
- License threshold: Plumbing and electrical work require state trade licenses
- Permit authority: City or county building department
- Typical fees: $100–$400 for a flooring installation permit
City-level registration
Verify the contractor is registered with your city. Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati require registration for any contractor doing residential work in city limits.
Plumbing (state-licensed via Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board) and electrical (state-licensed) work require separately licensed trades.
Not sure which flooring installer is right for your Ohio home? I'll walk you through a 2-minute guided conversation and, if you want, match you with vetted local providers.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a state license?+
Not for general remodel work. Plumbing and electrical are state-licensed.
Deep-dive planning guides
Ohio-specific planning guides
Permits in other states
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See your personalized remodel plan in 2 minutes
Tell me a bit about you and I'll tailor the plan to your home and budget. No pressure, no obligation.