Licensing & Permits

L&I inspects electrical work, boilers, elevators and manufactured homes. We license electrical professionals, plumbers and construction contractors, and ensure their safe practices.

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Prevailing Wage Rates

Important note about Rates: Choosing correct worker classifications depends upon determinations published by L&I.

Manufactured Home Permits & Inspections

If you remodeling or repairing your manufactured home, you may need a permit. Use this information to determine if you need a permit, how to purchase one, and requesting an inspection for the work done.

Find an Apprentice or Apprenticeship Program

Find an Apprenticeship Program in Washington State.

News & Events

December 12, 2023

Stolen dreams: Homebuilder charged with scamming customers out of $660K

SHELTON — A now-bankrupt contractor stands accused of stealing over $660,000 from South Sound customers who hired him to build the homes of their dreams.

November 9, 2023

New safety violations against Allways Roofing bring outstanding fines to more than $3.5 million

TUMWATER — For the second time in five months, a Snohomish roofing company is facing more than $400,000 in fines for disregarding safety rules it has violated 60 times over the past four years.

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