Contractors are required to be licensed in Virginia. There are two features of a contractor license. The first one is the class of license which determines the cost of projects that may be performed and the second is the classification/specialty of license, which determines what works are permitted.
To look up if a contractor's license has an active status or check a contractor's disciplinary history, a homeowner should use License Lookup tool.
Performing construction or demolition of structure, you are required by the State of Virginia a permit to be obtained. Building permits are issued by the local departments (cities and counties) in Virginia. Homeowners should verify with permit office to see if they need a building permit or where they should file their application.
Rockbridge County Building Official
Address: 150 S. Main Street, Lexington, VA, 24450
Phone: 540-463-9361
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 08:30 a.m. – 5:00 a.m. Inspectors can be reached at their offices daily from 8:30 a.m - 9:30 a.m., before leaving to do inspections