New Hampshire Handyman Cap & Advertising Rule
The Key Rule in New Hampshire:
New Hampshire has no state handyman or general contractor license; only local town building permits and MEP trade licenses apply.
New Hampshire has no state handyman or general contractor license; only local town building permits and MEP trade licenses apply.
Cheapest Legal Registration Path: NH Secretary of State Business Reg + GL Insurance
Estimated Year-1 Cost: $100 App Fee + $0 State Bond (No State Bond Required)
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Frequently Asked Questions (New Hampshire)
1. How much can an unlicensed handyman legally charge in New Hampshire?
In New Hampshire (NH OPLC (Electrical/Plumbing/Gas Only)), the unlicensed handyman threshold is: No Statewide Handyman or GC License Cap (Except MEP Trades). New Hampshire has no state handyman or general contractor license; only local town building permits and MEP trade licenses apply.
2. What is the cheapest way to become a legal bonded handyman/contractor in New Hampshire?
The fastest path is NH Secretary of State Business Reg + GL Insurance, with an application fee of ~$100 and a surety bond cost of ~$0/year (No State Bond Required).