Find Certified Contractors in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Building permits in Colorado Springs and El Paso County are issued by the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department (PPRBD), which handles plan review, permits, and inspections for the region.

Projects Requiring Permits:

• New construction, additions, and basement finishes
• Decks (including composite material decks)
• Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work
• Structural changes (moving walls, altering window/door locations)
• Detached structures over 200 sq ft
• Roofing, siding, hot tubs, and pools
• Retaining walls over 4 feet high

What Usually Doesn't Need a Permit:

• Painting (interior and exterior)
• Replacing kitchen cabinets and appliances
• Flooring installation
• Driveways and sidewalks supported on grade
• Fences under 7 feet
• Accessory structures under 200 sq ft on grade

Homeowner Note: You can pull your own permits for your primary residence, but it's illegal to pull a permit for a contractor you've hired.

More Information: Pikes Peak Regional Building Department - (719) 327-2880

The state of Colorado does not require licensure at the state level for most home improvement-related work. Rather, individual counties and cities issue trade licenses. Generally speaking, however, Colorado mandates state-level licensure for electrical and plumbing work as well as jobs involving the use of controlled pesticides and other chemicals.

Check out the Colorado Springs website for more information about licensing related to the specific work you need. The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies is a great resource for information about state-level contractor licensing.

General Liability: The Pikes Peak Regional Building Department requires coverage by license class: Class A contractors need $500,000 combined single limit, while Class B/C contractors need $300,000. Many commercial projects require $1,000,000+.

Workers' Compensation: Colorado requires workers' comp for all employers with any employees starting from day one. Non-compliance can result in fines up to $500 per day and personal liability for injuries.

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

The climate in Colorado Springs is generally considered to be semi-arid, with relatively low humidity and plenty of sunshine throughout the year. However, due to its high elevation and proximity to the Rocky Mountains, the climate can vary significantly depending on the season and altitude.

Colorado Springs doesn't get much rainfall. Most of the precipitation comes in the form of snow during the winter months, with occasional rain showers during the spring and summer. Winters are cold, with average highs in the 30s and lows in the teens. Summers are generally mild to warm, with average highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s.

HVAC maintenance is important given the temperature swings between seasons. Xeriscaping and drought-tolerant landscaping help conserve water while keeping your yard attractive. Outdoor living specialists can help you make the most of Colorado Springs' abundant sunshine with patios, fire pits, and durable outdoor structures.

Best Pick Reports conducts independent consumer satisfaction research in Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs, 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.