Unlicensed construction work in Hawley, PA creates problems that cost far more to fix than the initial savings. Here's what to check before hiring any contractor.
Key Takeaways
- Pennsylvania requires home improvement contractors to be registered with the AG's office
- Unlicensed work can void homeowner's insurance and create resale problems
- Always verify contractor insurance independently — don't rely on copies
- All American Rubbish is a registered, licensed general contractor in Pennsylvania
- Call (888) 883-6161 to verify our credentials and schedule a consultation
The Real Cost of Hiring Unlicensed
Unlicensed contractors in Hawley, PA often provide attractive low estimates — and deliver results that create expensive problems down the road. Common issues include:
- Work that fails inspection and must be redone
- Unpermitted construction that creates title problems at sale
- Insurance claims denied because unlicensed contractors voided coverage
- No recourse when work is incomplete or defective
- Workers injured on your property with no workers comp coverage
The savings from an unlicensed bid typically evaporate — and then some.
How to Verify a Contractor in Pennsylvania
**Step 1: Check PA Home Improvement Contractor registration** at the Pennsylvania Attorney General's website. Any contractor doing more than $500 in home improvement work must be registered.
**Step 2: Request and verify insurance certificates.** Get certificates of general liability and workers compensation insurance directly from the insurer — not from the contractor. Call the insurance company to confirm coverage is current.
**Step 3: Check references.** Ask for three local references and call them. Ask specifically about whether the work passed inspection and whether the project came in on budget and on time.
All American Rubbish: Licensed, Insured, and Verified
All American Rubbish and Maintenance is a registered Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor, fully insured for general liability and workers compensation. We're happy to provide our registration number and insurance certificates to any prospective client.
Call (888) 883-6161 to hire a verified licensed contractor in Hawley, PA.
All American Rubbish and Maintenance
Staten Island's trusted experts in interior demolition, debris removal, and junk hauling. Serving New York City and Pike County Pennsylvania for over 30 years.
