Residential General Contractors in Oregon

Oregon's Residential General Contractor (RGC) license is the broadest residential construction license issued by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB). There are currently 33,945 active RGC licenses in the state - the largest single license category in Oregon construction.

An RGC license authorizes contractors to manage entire residential construction projects, including new home construction, full home renovations, room additions, and multi-trade remodels. Unlike specialty contractors, a Residential General Contractor can hire and coordinate licensed subcontractors - electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians - under a single contract with the homeowner. This makes the RGC license the standard choice for kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, home additions, and new construction projects involving multiple trades.

To hold an active RGC license, a contractor must maintain a CCB surety bond (minimum $20,000) and general liability insurance at Oregon-required minimums. The CCB verifies both at licensing and at every renewal. Oregon law requires RGC contractors to carry workers' compensation insurance if they employ workers. Each licensed RGC must also complete continuing education every two years - 8 hours for contractors licensed 6 or more years, 16 hours for those licensed less than 6 years, including 3 mandatory hours of CCB laws and business practices.

When hiring a residential general contractor in Oregon, verify that the license status is Active (not Inactive or Expired), that the bond and insurance expiration dates are current, and that the business name on the license matches the name on your contract exactly. The Oregon CCB recommends also checking complaint history at search.ccb.state.or.us before signing any agreement.