How does one become a Licensed Contractor?

Contractor licenses can be obtained through the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation (SC LLR). You can visit their website at https://llr.sc.gov/ for more information on the different types of licensing available. 

SC Contractor's Licensing Board (Commercial)
Phone: 803-896-4686
Email: [email protected]

SC Residential Builders Commission
Phone: 803-896-4696
Email: [email protected]

SC Building Codes Council
Phone: 803-896-4688
Email: [email protected]

SC Manufactured Housing Board
Phone: 803-896-4682
Email: [email protected] 

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1. Once my site plans are approved, when can I obtain my grading permit?
2. How do I obtain a business license?
3. How does one become a Licensed Contractor?
4. As a homeowner, can I get the required permit(s) to work on my house without using a contractor?
5. Whom can I employ to perform construction work on my property?
6. Do I need a permit if my project is under $500?
7. How do I schedule an inspection?
8. I have a North Carolina License, may I perform work in South Carolina?
9. Does each trade have to pull a separate permit for their trade on a commercial project?
10. I have a complaint with the Contractor who built my house. How do I address this problem?
11. How do I get a 9-1-1 address for my property?
12. How do I go about taking over a Building / Structure that has been foreclosed upon?
13. Does York County require a business license?
14. When do I need to hire an architect for my project?
15. Do I need a permit for a storage building I purchased at Home Depot / Lowes etc.?