Hiring a contractor in Oregon: a homeowner checklist
Not legal advice. This page summarizes public information as of October 14, 2026. Rules and fees change, so confirm with the linked official source before you act.
- Check the license on the CCB license search: active status, the right endorsement, and any complaint history.
- Confirm bond and insurance. Every CCB licensee must carry both. See the minimums.
- Get at least two written bids with the same scope so you can compare.
- Get a written contract that lists scope, price, schedule, payment milestones and how changes are handled.
- Ask who pulls the permit. See permit offices by city.
- Do not pay far ahead of the work. Tie payments to completed milestones.
- Keep records of every change order and payment.
If something goes wrong, the CCB has a dispute resolution process. Start at the CCB website.
Contractors: this is the checklist your customers are reading. Being ready with license, bond and insurance proof wins jobs.
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