Water/Fire/Mold Restoration license in Washington
Washington requires a state-level water/fire/mold restoration license.
Washington does not publish a state-level licensing board specific to water/fire/mold restoration work. Most water/fire/mold restoration jobs in Washington 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
Washington requires all construction contractors to register with the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) as a General or Specialty contractor. Electricians and plumbers are licensed by L&I trade boards.
All contractors must register with L&I — bond required ($12K general / $6K specialty).
Application requirements
Working as a water/fire/mold restoration in Washington typically requires submitting an application packet to the Washington L&I — Contractor Registration (General / Specialty) — 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 Washington L&I — Contractor Registration (General / Specialty) before applying — requirements change by trade classification.
Fees and renewal cycle
Total cost to become a licensed water/fire/mold restoration in Washington ranges from $6,000 to $110,000 (typical $33,000). 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 Washington L&I — Contractor Registration (General / Specialty) — late renewal typically triggers a reinstatement fee.
Reciprocity with neighboring states
Washington 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
Washington L&I — Contractor Registration (General / Specialty)
Board phone: +1-360-902-5800
Washington requires all construction contractors to register with the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) as a General or Specialty contractor. Electricians and plumbers are licensed by L&I trade boards.
Why ProFix verifies every water/fire/mold restoration
Every pro we list in Washington is matched against the Washington L&I — Contractor Registration (General / Specialty) 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 Washington?
- Washington requires water/fire/mold restoration contractors to hold a Washington Water/Fire/Mold Restoration license from the Washington L&I — Contractor Registration (General / Specialty). Apply through https://data.wa.gov/resource/ciwg-agsx.json with a typical $33,000 total fee (range $6,000-$110,000) 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 Washington?
- Washington L&I — Contractor Registration (General / Specialty) is the relevant authority shown in the Washington licensing seed for this page. The verification or application URL in the loader is https://data.wa.gov/resource/ciwg-agsx.json.
- How much does a water/fire/mold restoration license cost in Washington?
- The recorded licensing cost range is $6,000-$110,000, with a typical total around $33,000. That range comes from the page loader and covers application, exam, bond, insurance, or registration costs where they apply.
- What requirements should Washington water/fire/mold restoration applicants verify?
- All contractors must register with L&I — bond required ($12K general / $6K specialty).
- Does WA require contractor registration?
- Yes. All contractors must register with L&I. General Contractor = $12K bond; Specialty Contractor = $6K bond.
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Licensing facts shown for this trade are anchored to the closest related Washington state board. Seed-backed numbers are used wherever a hand-curated entry exists.
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