Maine has no state general contractor license
Maine does not issue a state license for general contractors.1 Cities and counties set their own rules; this page lists what Bangor and South Portland require.
On this page
Is there a Maine general contractor license?
No. Maine does not license general contractors at the state level.1
- Home construction contracts over $3,000 must be written and signed by both parties.2
- Initial down payment is limited to one-third of the contract price.2
- Municipalities with more than 4,000 residents must enforce the state building code.1
- Plumbers and electricians are state-licensed, unlike general contractors.1
The official wording“In Maine, general contractors - and trades such as roofing and framing - are not licensed or regulated.”1
Maine Office of the Attorney General
City and county licenses
Bangor and South Portland require permits, and limit plumbing or electrical permits to licensed trades. No city general-contractor license was confirmed.3
| City or county | What it requires | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Bangor | Building, plumbing and electrical permits must be issued before repair work. Plumbing and electrical permits need a licensed professional; building permits can be pulled by the owner or the owner's agent.3 | Official page3 |
| South Portland | Only state-licensed electricians may take out electrical permits. A business not registered with the state registers with the city.4 | Official page4 |
Laws and rules
The requirements above come from these laws and board rules.
General contractor licenses in other states
Sources
Every number and rule above links to one of these official pages. Select a footnote number to read the board's own words.
- maine.govMaine Office of the Attorney GeneralChecked November 5, 2026
- legislature.maine.govMaine LegislatureChecked November 5, 2026
- bangormaine.govCity of BangorChecked November 5, 2026
- southportland.govCity of South PortlandChecked November 5, 2026