Contractors in Kansas
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Contractor Market in Kansas
Top Trades by Contractor Volume
HVAC
10,030
contractors
$70–$95/hr
typical shop rate
General Contracting
4,370
contractors
$132–$178/hr
typical shop rate
Painting
3,760
contractors
$57–$77/hr
typical shop rate
Roofing
2,850
contractors
$66–$89/hr
typical shop rate
Contractor Licensing in Kansas
| Trade | Requirement |
|---|---|
| General Contracting | Kansas requires a general contractor license through the Kansas Department of Labor. Must pass a business and law exam plus a trade-specific exam. Requires 4 years experience or equivalent education. $75 application fee, $50 annual renewal. No reciprocity agreements. |
| HVAC | Kansas requires HVAC contractors to hold a state mechanical contractor license. Must pass trade examination, provide proof of 4 years experience or 2-year technical program plus 2 years experience. $75 application fee, $100 annual renewal. Individual technicians need EPA certification for refrigerant handling. |
| Painting | Kansas does not require state licensing for painters. No contractor license, exam, or registration required at state level. However, painters must comply with EPA RRP certification for pre-1978 homes containing lead paint. |
| Roofing | Kansas requires contractor registration through the Attorney General's Office. No state roofing license required, but contractors must register and maintain $12,000 surety bond. Some municipalities may require local business licenses. |
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