License Suspension
A license suspension is a temporary halt on a contractor's ability to legally operate. During a suspension, the contractor cannot legally sign new contracts, pull permits, or perform licensed work.
Suspensions are issued by state licensing boards for reasons including failure to pay fines, lapsed insurance or bond, consumer complaints, or pending disciplinary investigations.
Important: A suspended license is not automatically reinstated. The contractor must resolve the underlying issue and apply for reinstatement. ContractorVetted shows suspension status in real time from the licensing board's data.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the difference between suspended and expired?
- Expired means the contractor's renewal deadline passed without renewal — a passive status. Suspended means the board actively revoked operating privileges, usually for cause.
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