Michigan Handyman Cap & Advertising Rule
The Key Rule in Michigan:
Strict $600 cap including materials and labor; above $600 requires a Michigan Residential Builder or M&A license.
Strict $600 cap including materials and labor; above $600 requires a Michigan Residential Builder or M&A license.
Cheapest Legal Registration Path: Michigan LARA Maintenance & Alteration (M&A) License
Estimated Year-1 Cost: $195 App Fee + $0 State Bond (60-Hr Course + Exam)
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Frequently Asked Questions (Michigan)
1. How much can an unlicensed handyman legally charge in Michigan?
In Michigan (MCL 339.2403(e)), the unlicensed handyman threshold is: $600 (Materials + Labor under MI Occupational Code). Strict $600 cap including materials and labor; above $600 requires a Michigan Residential Builder or M&A license.
2. What is the cheapest way to become a legal bonded handyman/contractor in Michigan?
The fastest path is Michigan LARA Maintenance & Alteration (M&A) License, with an application fee of ~$195 and a surety bond cost of ~$0/year (60-Hr Course + Exam).