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How to verify a Washington contractor's registration, bond and insuranceRegistration vs licence, the L&I verification tool, what bond and insurance status mean, and why an unregistered contractor cannot sue you for payment.What a Washington contractor's bond and insurance actually protectThe $30,000 and $15,000 bonds, who can claim against them, the minimum liability insurance, the disclosure statement you must be given and how liens and retainage fit in.Hiring a contractor for a roof, tree removal, side sewer, electrical or HVAC job in WashingtonWhich registration or licence to look for on each common job, what to ask, and how the trade categories on this site map to L&I's specialties.Bids, contracts and permits for Washington remodels and ADUsHow to get comparable bids, what to put in a written contract, when a permit is needed and where accessory dwelling units fit.