Quick answer: The City of Aurora licenses contractors by type. A residential building contractor needs an ICC Residential Building Contractor “C” certification, a roofing contractor needs an ICC roofing certification, and plumbers and electricians need state licenses. Before you hire a general contractor in Aurora, CO, check the license type matches the job, get a certificate of insurance and confirm the contractor will pull the permit.
Aurora Contractor License Types
| Aurora license | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Residential Building Contractor | ICC Residential Building Contractor “C” certification |
| Commercial Building Contractor | ICC General Building Contractor “A” or “B” certification |
| Remodeling Contractor | City registration and 2 years of documented experience |
| Roofing Contractor | ICC Roofing Contractor certification |
| Plumbing and electrical | State of Colorado master and contractor licenses, plus city registration |
The license type matters. A remodeling license and a residential building license are not the same thing, so a large addition or structural job should go to a contractor with the matching license. Aurora’s contractor licensing office is at 303-739-7420 or contractorlicenses@auroragov.org.
Aurora Covers Three Counties
Aurora stretches across Arapahoe, Adams and Douglas counties. Inside city limits, the City of Aurora handles licensing and permits. Some addresses with an Aurora mailing address sit in unincorporated county land, which is permitted by the county instead. Confirm which applies to your home before comparing bids.
Projects That Usually Need a Permit
- Basement finishes and new bedrooms with egress windows
- Additions, structural changes and wall removal
- Decks and patio covers
- Reroofing and siding replacement
- New or moved plumbing, gas lines and electrical circuits
The contractor should pull the permit in its own name and schedule the inspections. Unpermitted work can come back to you at resale or when you file an insurance claim.
Five Things to Check Before You Sign
- The right license for the job, in the company’s name.
- A certificate of insurance showing general liability and workers’ compensation.
- A written, fixed-price bid with the scope, materials and allowances spelled out.
- A payment schedule tied to milestones, not large payments ahead of the work.
- Who runs the job day to day and which trades are subcontracted.
Common Aurora Projects
Aurora homeowners hire us most for basement finishing, kitchen and bath remodels, decks and additions and Class 4 roof replacement after hail. Our roofs are Owens Corning Duration STORM or better at $1,000 per square, and James Hardie siding starts at $1,600 per square primed.
Read our guide to basement finishing in Aurora, or see everything we do as a general contractor in Aurora, CO.
Hiring a General Contractor in Aurora: FAQs
What license does a general contractor need in Aurora, CO?
For residential building work, Aurora issues a Residential Building Contractor license that requires an ICC Residential Building Contractor “C” certification. Commercial building licenses require an ICC “A” or “B” certification.
How do I check a contractor’s license in Aurora?
Contact Aurora contractor licensing at 303-739-7420 or contractorlicenses@auroragov.org, or use the city’s contractor lookup.
Is a remodeling license the same as a building license in Aurora?
No. Aurora’s remodeling contractor license requires registration and two years of experience, while the residential building license requires an ICC “C” certification.
Do plumbers and electricians need an Aurora license?
They need State of Colorado master and contractor licenses and must register with the city.
My address says Aurora. Who issues my permit?
Inside city limits, the City of Aurora. Some Aurora mailing addresses are in unincorporated Arapahoe, Adams or Douglas County, which issue their own permits.
Free Estimates in Aurora
We give written, fixed-price bids, pull the permits and see every job through final inspection. Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. is a licensed general contractor based in Longmont with 30 years in construction, serving 46+ Front Range cities. Call 720-828-7997 or text 720-453-5095 for a free estimate.
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