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You only need a license in Nevada if you plan to perform certain types of jobs that go beyond the scope of minor repairs. If your work will become a finished part of the structure (such as replacing flooring in an entire room) and the total for the project exceeds $1,000, you must have a general contractor license.

Contractors are required to have landscape licenses in the state of Nevada, if a job is $1,000 or more or requires a building permit. Companies that do lawn maintenance service are usually not required to have a contracting license.

If you want to work as a general contractor in Nevada, a license is mandatory. The type of license you'll need and the costs associated with your license application will vary based on different factors, such as the type of projects you work on and the size of your business.

If you have worked with an unlicensed contractor, you may be able to file a lawsuit or a cross complaint to recover for any payments made for labor and construction. The court will most likely consider the contract void, and you may be discharged for paying any labor fees.

All businesses or individuals who construct or alter any building, highway, road, parking facility, railroad, excavation, or other structure in Nevada must be licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board. Contractors, including subcontractors and specialty contractors must be licensed before submitting bids.

Penalties for unlicensed contracting The contractor board can impose a fine for each violation, and which can be $1,000 to $50,000 depending on the situation. In addition, the board can impose investigation costs and any damages caused as a result of the violation.