Washington Lathing and Plastering Contractor License

The Lathing and Plastering Contractor License allows you to install lath and any other material prepared or manufactured to provide a base or bond, and:

• Coating of surfaces with a mixture of:
  • Sand
  • Gypsum plaster
  • Quick-lime or hydrated lime and water
  • Sand and cement and water
  • A combination of such other materials that create a permanent surface coating, including:
    • Coatings for the purpose of soundproofing and fireproofing
      • These coatings are applied with a plasterer's trowel or sprayed over any surface which offers a mechanical means for the support of such coating, and will adhere by suction

How to Get the Lathing and Plastering Contractor’s License in Washington?

1. Determine the business type and register with the Department of Revenue:
   • If setting up a sole proprietor or partnership, determine the business name
   • If starting a Limited Liability Company (LLC) or a Corporation, refer to the Secretary of State for information on how to incorporate the business
2. Complete and get a Washington Continuous Contractor Surety Bond for the required amount
3. Purchase a general liability insurance policy for the required amount
4. Fill out an Application for Contractor Registration with notarized signatures. If unsure of how to correctly fill out the application form, the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries offers help with the application and business registration to those who visit their local offices
5. Gather all the previous documents and send them with the registration fee to:
   Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
   Contractor Registration
   P.O. BOX 44450
   Olympia, WA 98504-4450
   It is also possible to visit a local office to deliver all the documents and fees
6. Expect a registration card from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries after the application is processed
7. Note that once the business has been registered, it will be listed in the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson, or Business website