Water/Fire/Mold Restoration license in Rhode Island
Rhode Island requires a state-level water/fire/mold restoration license.
Rhode Island does not publish a state-level licensing board specific to water/fire/mold restoration work. Most water/fire/mold restoration jobs in Rhode Island fall under the general contractor board's scope. The board, fees, and renewal cycle shown below are the closest related state authority — always verify the specific scope of your job with the board before applying.
Required license type
Rhode Island licenses contractors, electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians through the Department of Business Regulation (DBR) Contractors' Registration & Licensing Board (CRLB) and the Division of Design Professionals.
All residential, commercial, and industrial contractors must register with CRLB.
Application requirements
Working as a water/fire/mold restoration in Rhode Island typically requires submitting an application packet to the Rhode Island CRLB — Contractor Registration — including proof of experience, exam scores, and insurance.
- Proof of relevant trade experience or apprenticeship hours
- Passing score on the state trade exam(s)
- General liability insurance + workers' comp
- Surety bond filed with the board (when required)
- Business entity registration with the Secretary of State
- Background check + license fee submitted with packet
This is the standard packet most U.S. state boards require. Verify the exact list with the Rhode Island CRLB — Contractor Registration before applying — requirements change by trade classification.
Fees and renewal cycle
Total cost to become a licensed water/fire/mold restoration in Rhode Island ranges from $6,500 to $115,000 (typical $35,000). The range covers application + exam fees, bond + insurance premiums, and the first year of business registration.
Most state boards renew on a 1-3 year cycle and require continuing education credits. Verify the exact renewal window and CE requirement with the Rhode Island CRLB — Contractor Registration — late renewal typically triggers a reinstatement fee.
Reciprocity with neighboring states
Rhode Island borders 2 other launched states ProFix Directory tracks. Reciprocity is set by each state board individually — check the destination state for the current rule before relying on it.
Where to apply
Rhode Island CRLB — Contractor Registration
Board phone: +1-401-462-9500
Rhode Island licenses contractors, electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians through the Department of Business Regulation (DBR) Contractors' Registration & Licensing Board (CRLB) and the Division of Design Professionals.
Why ProFix verifies every water/fire/mold restoration
Every pro we list in Rhode Island is matched against the Rhode Island CRLB — Contractor Registration record, the Secretary of State business registry, and OSHA inspection data. We surface license status, revocation history, and bond filings on every profile so homeowners can shortlist verified pros without trusting a single review-platform score.
Common questions
- Do I need a water/fire/mold restoration license in Rhode Island?
- Rhode Island requires water/fire/mold restoration contractors to hold a Rhode Island Water/Fire/Mold Restoration license from the Rhode Island CRLB — Contractor Registration. Apply through https://dbr.ri.gov/about-dbr/lookup-license with a typical $35,000 total fee (range $6,500-$115,000) and a 1-3 year renewal cycle. Verify the exact classification with the board before submitting.
- Which board handles water/fire/mold restoration licensing in Rhode Island?
- Rhode Island CRLB — Contractor Registration is the relevant authority shown in the Rhode Island licensing seed for this page. The verification or application URL in the loader is https://dbr.ri.gov/about-dbr/lookup-license.
- How much does a water/fire/mold restoration license cost in Rhode Island?
- The recorded licensing cost range is $6,500-$115,000, with a typical total around $35,000. That range comes from the page loader and covers application, exam, bond, insurance, or registration costs where they apply.
- What requirements should Rhode Island water/fire/mold restoration applicants verify?
- All residential, commercial, and industrial contractors must register with CRLB.
- Do RI contractors need to register?
- Yes. All contractors must register with the Contractors' Registration & Licensing Board regardless of project size.
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Licensing facts shown for this trade are anchored to the closest related Rhode Island state board. Seed-backed numbers are used wherever a hand-curated entry exists.
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