How to check a contractor's license in Philadelphia
The City of Philadelphia contractor license (L&I) is kept by the City of Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections. Checking it takes about two minutes and is free.
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Four steps
- Ask the contractor for the exact business name and the City of Philadelphia contractor license (L&I) number, in writing.
- Search the official lookup by license number, or by business name (some lookups also take a city or ZIP code) if you have no number.
- Check that the name on the record matches the name on your contract, and that the status is active today. If the record lists complaints or disciplinary actions, read them before you sign.
- Put the number on the contract. If something looks wrong, ask before you pay a deposit.
If you cannot find them
Many home improvement contractors who work only on existing one- and two-family homes register with the Pennsylvania Attorney General instead of holding a City license. Ask for their PA HIC registration number (PA plus 6 digits) and check it with the Attorney General before you sign. How to check a PA HIC registration.
Where to complain
Problems with a contractor go to the Pennsylvania Attorney General.
What our checks found
We have matched 34 Philadelphia businesses on Renovexus to an active City of Philadelphia contractor license (L&I), checked on October 25, 2026. Each profile shows the number and the date. A business we have not matched may still be licensed: confirm on the official lookup. How we verify.
License-checked pros in Philadelphia
- 95 score
Verified licenseKitchen RemodelerPhiladelphia, PA
Open Saturdays“bathroom renovation”“estimates”“home renovation”On their website: bathroom remodel, free estimate
- 94 score
Verified licenseKitchen RemodelerPhiladelphia, PA
“roof repair”“siding”“respectful staff”On their website: kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, bathroom renovations
- 93 score
Verified licenseKitchen RemodelerPhiladelphia, PA
“courteous staff”“punctual team”“window replacement”On their website: basement remodel, licensed and insured
- 91 score
Verified licenseKitchen RemodelerPhiladelphia, PA
Open Saturdays“friendly staff”“efficiency”“work quality”On their website: kitchen remodeling, bathroom renovation, basement finishing
- 91 score
Verified licenseKitchen & Bath ShowroomPhiladelphia, PA
Open Saturdays“new layout”“reliable contractor”“bathroom remodel”On their website: kitchen remodeling, kitchen renovation, kitchen design
- 91 score
Verified licenseKitchen RemodelerPhiladelphia, PA
Open Saturdays“professional team”“basement work”“respectful crew”On their website: kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, basement remodeling
- 88 score
Verified licenseKitchen RemodelerPhiladelphia, PA
Open Saturdays“renovation”“kitchen remodeling”“timeliness”On their website: kitchen remodeling, kitchen renovation, bathroom remodeling
- 88 score
Verified licenseKitchen RemodelerPhiladelphia, PA
“bathroom remodel”“friendly workers”“professional staff”On their website: kitchen design
- 87 score
Verified licenseKitchen RemodelerPhiladelphia, PA
“kitchen renovation”“bathroom remodel”“easy to work with”On their website: kitchen remodel, kitchen renovation, bathroom remodeling
Common questions
How do I look up a contractor license in Pennsylvania?
Use the official lookup run by the City of Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections (https://li.phila.gov/Contractor-Lookup/). Search by license or registration number if you have it, otherwise by business name, then check that the name matches your contract and the status is active.
What if I cannot find the contractor?
Many home improvement contractors who work only on existing one- and two-family homes register with the Pennsylvania Attorney General instead of holding a City license. Ask for their PA HIC registration number (PA plus 6 digits) and check it with the Attorney General before you sign.
How does Renovexus check licenses?
We match listed businesses to the City of Philadelphia contractor license (L&I) records and show the number and the date we checked on each matched profile. 34 Philadelphia businesses on Renovexus show an active record so far. A business we have not matched may still be licensed: confirm on the official lookup.
Where do I file a complaint about a contractor in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania Attorney General: https://www.attorneygeneral.gov/submit-a-complaint/.
Are you a Philadelphia contractor?
Your business may already be listed. Claim the free profile to add photos and projects, and put the License Verified badge on your website. It links homeowners to your checked license.
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