Find Certified Contractors in Denver, Colorado

Some home improvement projects do require permits from the city of Denver before work can begin. City permits are typically required for projects that involve structural changes, electrical work, plumbing alterations, and additions to the property.

Good contractors will know exactly what your job requires when it comes to licensing and permits, but it's always a good idea to do your due diligence. Check out the City of Denver website for more information. The Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies is another great resource.

Colorado does not require state-level licensure for most house-related work. The state leaves most licensing up to individual counties and cities. The exceptions are electrical and plumbing work and jobs that involve pesticides and other controlled chemicals.

For more information on licensing requirements, visit the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies.

General Liability: Most Denver permits and projects require $500,000 to $1,000,000 in coverage. Commercial work and City of Denver contracts typically require $1,000,000 per occurrence.

Workers' Compensation: Colorado requires workers' comp for all businesses with one or more employees—no exceptions. Penalties for non-compliance reach $500 per day.

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.

Denver has a semi-arid climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm with low humidity. Denver receives about 300 days of sunshine per year on average. Springtime can be windy, with winds sometimes high enough to cause low visibility.

Since high winds are part of life in Denver, homeowners should have the phone number of a roofing company on hand if they need an inspection or repair. Pest and mosquito control, landscaping, and outdoor living services are also important to help homeowners enjoy Denver's beautiful, sunny weather.

Best Pick Reports conducts independent consumer satisfaction research in Denver 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 Denver, 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.