Contractor Guide

Oregon CCB License Renewal

Renewal timeline, continuing education deadlines, bond and insurance requirements, and the step-by-step online renewal process for Oregon CCB contractors.

Check your current CCB license expiration date, bond, and insurance status at CCB Lookup.

Oregon CCB license renewal basics

Oregon CCB contractor licenses must be renewed every two years. The CCB sends a renewal notice to the address on your record approximately 90 days before your expiration date - but do not rely on the notice. Log into the CCB contractor portal periodically to check your expiration date and ensure your contact information is current.

A lapsed CCB license - even briefly - means you cannot legally perform construction work in Oregon. Performing work with an expired license is a CCB violation subject to civil penalties. Renew before your expiration date, not after.


Renewal timeline - what to do and when

1

90 days before expiration - check your CE status

Log into the CCB portal and check how many CE credits are registered in your account. Compare against the requirement for your license type and years licensed. If you are short on hours, start completing courses now. Do not leave CE to the last week.

CE requirements by license type
2

60 days before - verify bond and insurance

Check that your surety bond and liability insurance will not expire before your renewal date. Bond and insurance have their own expiration dates, separate from your CCB license. If either lapses before your license renewal, your license will show as inactive in the CCB database - visible to any homeowner who searches for your license. Contact your surety company and insurer to confirm renewal dates.

3

30 days before - submit CE certificates

Email all CE completion certificates to the CCB at cecerts@ccb.oregon.gov. Include your CCB license number in the subject line. Processing takes several business days - do not submit the day before you renew. Verify in the portal that all credits are registered before proceeding to renewal.

4

Renewal day - complete online

Log into portal.ccb.state.or.us. Verify your business name, address, RMI name, and contact information are current. Confirm CE credits appear. Confirm bond and insurance details are accurate. Pay the renewal fee. Save or print your renewal confirmation.

5

After renewal - verify your public record

Search your license at CCB Lookup to confirm that the renewal is reflected in the public record. Your clients and prospective customers will see this record. Confirm the expiration date, bond, and insurance all show correctly.


What you need to renew

  • Continuing education credits registered - the required hours for your license type must appear in the CCB system before renewal. Exempt license types (RHSC, RLSC, RHEPSC) do not need CE.
  • Active surety bond - minimum $25,000 for most residential license types. The bond must not expire before your new license expiration date. Your surety company files bond information directly with the CCB.
  • Active general liability insurance - minimum $500,000 for most license types. Your insurer files proof of insurance directly with the CCB. Verify the CCB has current information.
  • Workers compensation insurance or exemption - required if you have employees. Sole proprietors with no employees may qualify for an exemption. Contact the CCB at 503-378-4621 to confirm your eligibility.
  • Renewal fee payment - paid online through the CCB portal. Fee amounts vary by license type. Current fees are listed at oregon.gov/ccb.

Bond requirements by license type

Oregon increased minimum bond amounts effective January 1, 2024 (HB 2922). The new minimums apply to all renewals and new applications after that date.

License Type Min. Bond
Residential General Contractor (RGC) $25,000
Residential Specialty Contractor (RSC) $25,000
Residential Limited Contractor (RLC) $15,000
Commercial General Contractor Level 2 (CGC2) $75,000
Commercial General Contractor Level 1 (CGC1) $50,000
Lead-Based Paint Renovation (LBPR) $25,000
Oregon Certified Home Inspector (OCHI) $25,000

Bond amounts for all 18 license types are listed at oregon.gov/ccb. Contact the CCB at 503-378-4621 to confirm the current minimum for your specific endorsement.


If your license has lapsed

Lapsed less than 2 years

Complete CE, ensure bond and insurance are active, and renew through the portal. Your CCB license number and complaint history are preserved. You cannot work until renewal is confirmed.

Lapsed more than 2 years

Do not take CE - credits will not apply. You must re-apply for a new license: new application, pre-license training, and CCB examination. Contact 503-378-4621 before doing anything else.


Frequently Asked Questions

Every two years. The CCB sends a notice 90 days before expiration to the address on file. Renew early through the contractor portal at portal.ccb.state.or.us. Do not wait until the expiration date - a lapsed license means you cannot legally work until reinstated.

Completed CE credits submitted and registered in the CCB system (unless your license type is exempt), active surety bond at the required minimum, active general liability insurance, workers compensation insurance or exemption if applicable, and payment of the renewal fee.

You cannot legally perform construction work in Oregon. Performing work with an expired license is a CCB violation subject to civil penalties. If expired less than 2 years, complete CE and renew normally. If expired more than 2 years, you must re-apply as a new licensee and retake the CCB exam.

Yes. Renew at portal.ccb.state.or.us using your CCB account credentials. Verify your business information, confirm CE credits are registered, and pay the renewal fee. The portal is available 24 hours a day. If you have account issues, contact the CCB at 503-378-4621.

Renewal fees vary by license type and are updated periodically by the Oregon legislature. Current fees are listed at oregon.gov/ccb. In addition to the CCB fee, factor in the cost of CE courses and ongoing bond and insurance premiums.

Last updated: April 2026. Information sourced from the Oregon CCB Licensing page.

Renewal Checklist
  • CE credits submitted to CCB
  • CE credits visible in portal
  • Surety bond active and current
  • Insurance active and current
  • Workers comp or exemption
  • Address updated in CCB portal
  • RMI information current
  • Renewal fee paid
  • Public record verified at CCB Lookup
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