Guides for pros
Official sources only. Unknown means not confirmed yet.
Colorado and city licensing by trade
Who licenses what: the state for electricians and plumbers, cities and counties for most other trades.
Pro guideInsurance and bonding basics
Workers' comp rules from the state, and what we haven't confirmed yet.
Pro guideLien law and lien waivers for pros
The basics homeowners are told, so you know what they will ask for.
Pro guidePulling permits
Who can pull permits in Denver and where to look for other cities.
Pro guideEPA lead RRP firm certification
Pre-1978 homes: your firm must be certified.
Pro guideGetting leads for free
No-cost ways to be found. No paid ads here.
Pro guideLien deadlines
10-day notice, 4-month filing, 6-month lawsuit — from the statute.
Pro guideClear estimates
A template that answers what homeowners are told to check.
Pro guideRoofing contract law
Required terms under C.R.S. 6-22.
Pro guideFall protection
OSHA 6-foot rule for construction.
Pro guideWorker classification
Employee or 1099? IRS and CDLE tests.
Pro guideSilica dust
OSHA construction standard basics.
Pro guideW-9 and 1099-NEC
IRS forms and the $2,000 threshold.
Pro guideSales and use tax
Colorado DOR rules by contract type.