Find Certified Contractors in Boulder, Colorado

Work that impacts the structure of your house typically requires a building permit. Building permits are issued by the city or county where the work is being done.

Experienced contractors will know what your job requires in terms of permits and licensing, and they'll probably handle the legwork of making sure all the administrative details are in order. If you'd like to learn more about licensing and permitting, check out the City of Boulder website.

The state of Colorado regulates licensing for major trades such as plumbing, electrical, and pest control. In most other cases, licensure goes through the county or city.

For information about state-level contractor requirements, the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies site is a great resource.

General Liability: Boulder County requires contractors to carry general liability for licensing—typically $300,000 to $500,000 combined single limit for residential work. Many Boulder projects require $1,000,000 per occurrence.

Workers' Compensation: Colorado mandates workers' comp for any employer with one or more employees. If an uninsured employee is injured, the employer pays the claim plus an additional 25% penalty.

The Best Pick Promise: We verify that every Best Pick contractor holds valid general liability insurance and meets all state-mandated workers' compensation requirements. You can verify licenses at Colorado DORA License Lookup.

The climate in Boulder is categorized as semi-arid, with the bulk of the area's precipitation taking the form of snow through the winter and sometimes into the spring. Summer and fall are typically dry and sunny.

Springtime can be a bit windy, which can take some getting used to for new residents. Fall brings dramatic temperature drops as the sun sets, so dressing in layers is important.

Boulder has great weather, so keeping your outdoor space welcoming with the help of pest control experts, landscapers, and outdoor living specialists is valuable. Your home's major systems (heating and air, electrical, and plumbing) need periodic maintenance to ensure they're running efficiently.

Best Pick Reports conducts independent consumer satisfaction research in Boulder annually. We survey thousands of homeowners who have recently hired home service companies, analyzing their experiences to identify contractors who consistently deliver quality work.

To earn Best Pick certification in Boulder, companies must:

• Maintain a 4.0+ Google rating or 80%+ customer recommendation rate
• Hold all required state and local licenses
• Carry general liability insurance [+ workers' compensation where required]
• Have no unresolved complaints or regulatory violations
• Re-qualify annually through fresh consumer satisfaction surveys

We verify licensing and insurance annually for every certified company. When you hire a Best Pick contractor, you're also protected by our Best Pick Guarantee, which provides up to $2,500 in coverage if a certified company fails to meet their commitments.