North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors

04/08/2026

The Spring 2026 Board Buzz is now live on our website!

Check out the latest updates by clicking the link below 👇

04/07/2026

Before a license can be renewed, all qualifiers must verify their continued association with the license. On the bottom of the “Renewal at a Glance” page, there is a section for license qualifier verifications. The “Renewal at a Glance” page is the first page you see anytime you start or continue a renewal application.

Check out the photo to see the three ways to verify employment!

03/26/2026

If you are wanting to make your inactive license active again, you must complete the required 8 hours of Continuing Education. If your license has been inactive for more than 2 years, you'll need 16 hours of CE to make it active.

03/18/2026

Have you heard of the Homeowners Recovery Fund? This fund is designed as a last resort for homeowners who suffer losses due to dishonest or incompetent general contractors.
Homeowners must first pursue all other recovery options, and full reimbursement is not guaranteed.

03/12/2026

Last week, we joined fellow NASCLA Board of Directors members in Asheville for our annual mid-year meeting.

While together, we also coordinated a service project to support the Town of Marshall, North Carolina, a community north of Asheville that was devastated by Hurricane Helene in the fall of 2024.

This year’s initiative, in collaboration with Lowe’s Services and the Town of Marshall, supports ongoing recovery and restoration efforts from storm-related damage to key public spaces that serve residents and visitors.

03/10/2026

Just your monthly reminder to complete your CE requirements now so you can avoid the last-minute rush!

03/02/2026

Have peace of mind knowing the general contractor you’re working with is properly licensed. Use the link below to verify their license 👇
https://portal.nclbgc.org/Public/Search

02/26/2026

We were recently featured in a WRAL article highlighting what buyers should check before closing on their home.

Helpful reminder: If you’re having trouble with an unresponsive general contractor, you can file a complaint with the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors.

Check out the full article 👇

Even when buying a home that is newly constructed, Madigan Realty Co. owner Patrick Madigan explained how human error during the building process makes third-party inspections essential.

02/26/2026

If you qualify for two licenses, we have good news! You don’t need double the CE hours to renew both. Once you complete the required 8 hours, it will appear on the records of both licenses 😁

02/18/2026

Not sure how long it takes to receive your license? The attached graphic breaks down the steps and gives an estimated timeline of when you can expect it 👷‍♂️

02/12/2026

⚠️ Please Read ⚠️

The Board is aware of recent phishing emails being sent out, and we are actively looking into the situation.

Please use caution with unexpected emails. Do not click on suspicious links or attachments. If you are unsure whether a message is legitimate, contact the Board directly to confirm

02/10/2026

Follow these tips to avoid getting scammed on your next home repair or project 🛠️