Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I)

Description

The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) is the primary regulatory agency for Washington's construction industry. L&I oversees contractor registration, trade licensing, workplace safety, workers' compensation, prevailing wage, inspections, and permits. This resource connects builders, contractors, and employers with the most frequently used tools and services.

Quick Links

• L&I Home: https://www.lni.wa.gov
• Licensing & Permits: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/
• Register as a Contractor: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/contractors/register-as-a-contractor/
• Renew Contractor Registration: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/manage-licenses-certifications
• Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business: https://secure.lni.wa.gov/verify/
• Contractor Training & Workshops: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/contractors
• Electrical Permits & Inspections: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/electrical/electrical-permits-fees-and-inspections/
• Purchase Permits & Request Inspections: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/licenses-permits-inspections/permits-inspections
• Plumbing Program: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/plumbing
• Factory Assembled Structures (Manufactured Homes): https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/factory-assembled-structures
• Prevailing Wage Rates: https://www.lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/public-works-projects/prevailing-wage-rates
• Workplace Safety (DOSH/WISHA): https://www.lni.wa.gov/safety-health
• Workers' Compensation: https://www.lni.wa.gov/claims
• Employer Services: https://www.lni.wa.gov/insurance
• Find an L&I Office: https://www.lni.wa.gov/contact-us/find-a-location
• Forms & Publications: https://www.lni.wa.gov/forms-publications