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Registering your business Independent contractors must register with the Department of Revenue unless they: Make less than $12,000 a year before expenses; Do not make retail sales; Are not required to pay or collect any taxes administered by the Department of Revenue.

??Subcontractor? means a general contractor or specialty contractor as defined by chapter 18.27 or 19.28 RCW, or who is otherwise required to be registered or licensed by law, who contracts for the improvement of real property with someone other than the owner of the property or their common law agent.?

Though there is not a specific handyman license in Washington, handymen in the state must be registered as specialty contractors to perform work without risking fines. They must also register their business with the state and obtain a bond and insurance.

The individual: Is customarily engaged in an independently established trade, occupation, profession, or business of the same nature as that involved in the service contract, or. Has a principal place of business that is eligible for a federal income tax business deduction; and.

Independent Contractors. All workers in Washington are entitled to workers' compensation unless they fit strict exemption definitions. Make sure you understand your business' requirements for covering workers, including independent contractors.

Completed applications submitted by mail are currently taking 3-4 weeks after receipt to process and activate your registration. Once your business is registered, it will be listed in our Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson, or Business tool. You will receive a registration card in about 2 weeks.