Illinois Handyman Cap & Advertising Rule
The Key Rule in Illinois:
Roofing requires a state IDFPR license, and jobs over $1,000 require written contracts + consumer rights brochure.
Roofing requires a state IDFPR license, and jobs over $1,000 require written contracts + consumer rights brochure.
Cheapest Legal Registration Path: Municipal Registration + Liability Insurance
Estimated Year-1 Cost: $150 App Fee + ~$100/yr Surety Bond (City-Specific Surety Bond)
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Frequently Asked Questions (Illinois)
1. How much can an unlicensed handyman legally charge in Illinois?
In Illinois (815 ILCS 513), the unlicensed handyman threshold is: No Statewide Handyman Cap (Except Roofing & Plumbing). Roofing requires a state IDFPR license, and jobs over $1,000 require written contracts + consumer rights brochure.
2. What is the cheapest way to become a legal bonded handyman/contractor in Illinois?
The fastest path is Municipal Registration + Liability Insurance, with an application fee of ~$150 and a surety bond cost of ~$100/year (City-Specific Surety Bond).