Washington makes it easy to check a contractor before you sign anything. It takes about five minutes, and you should do it for everyone who bids on your project — including us.
Look them up with L&I
The Department of Labor & Industries runs a free lookup called Verify a Contractor (search for “L&I verify”). Enter the business name or registration number. You’re looking for:
- An ACTIVE registration — not expired, suspended or missing
- A current bond and liability insurance on file, which the state requires to stay registered
- How long they’ve been registered
- Any lawsuits against the bond or safety citations
Our number
Naches Construction is registered as a general contractor: NACHEC*900N3, active since 2010. Washington requires contractors to put that number on their advertising, so if you’re looking at a truck, a card or a website with no number on it, ask why.
Get it in writing
- A written scope: what’s being done, what materials, and what’s not included
- A clear price and a payment schedule tied to progress — be wary of large payments up front
- On most residential jobs, Washington contractors must give you a “Notice to Customer” disclosure explaining your lien rights and their bond. If you don’t get one, ask.
A few more good signs
- You can reach the person actually responsible for the work
- They’re willing to show you recent projects like yours
- They tell you what could go wrong, not just what will go right
- They don’t pressure you to sign today