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New York contractor verification

Verify any New York contractor before you sign.

BuildSafe runs a forensic background check on any contractor operating in New York — pulling the NYC Department of Consumer & Worker Protection / NY Secretary of State record, permit history, OSHA citations, DOL wage judgments, court records, and BBB / Yelp / Google review intelligence into one citation-linked report.

Run a NY investigation — $79 View a sample report

Powered by authoritative public-record sources

  • State License Boards
  • CourtListener
  • OSHA
  • DOL WHISARD
  • Shovels Permits
  • BBB
  • Secretary of State
  • Yelp · Google

What Scout checks for New York contractors

Home Improvement Contractors in NYC must be licensed by DCWP. Scout verifies the DCWP record, DOB permits, and any DOL wage judgments.

Popular New York cities we cover

  • New York City contractor check
  • Brooklyn contractor check
  • Queens contractor check
  • Buffalo contractor check
  • Rochester contractor check
  • Albany contractor check

Scout works in every county of New York — these are the metros our customers run most often.

FAQ

How do I verify a contractor's license in New York?
The official lookup is the NYC Department of Consumer & Worker Protection / NY Secretary of State. BuildSafe pulls that record directly, plus permit history, OSHA, DOL, and court records, so you have everything in one place.
Is BuildSafe legal to use in New York?
Yes. BuildSafe only uses publicly available records and information you provide. We do not run consumer credit checks or background investigations under the FCRA.
How long does a report take?
Most BuildSafe reports finish in under five minutes. Heavy court / permit pulls can take a little longer.
What does a report cost?
One investigation is $79. Teams that run multiple checks per month should look at Scout Pro ($199/mo) or the BuildSafe API.
What public records does Scout check for New York contractors?
The NYC Department of Consumer & Worker Protection / NY Secretary of State record, Secretary of State entity status, CourtListener federal & state dockets, mechanics liens, OSHA citations, DOL wage-theft judgments, Shovels permit history, subcontractor network, sex-offender / felony registries, BBB, Yelp, and Google.
Can I check an unlicensed contractor in New York?
Yes — even when no license exists, Scout still pulls court records, OSHA, DOL judgments, permits, and review intelligence. "Unable to verify" is reported explicitly so you know exactly what's missing.
How do I check OSHA violations for a New York contractor?
OSHA's Establishment Search is name-indexed and misses DBAs. Scout normalizes the business name across variants, pulls every matching inspection, and surfaces serious / willful / repeat citations with dates and penalty amounts.
Does BuildSafe auto-monitor New York contractors over time?
Yes — Scout Pro and API customers can enable weekly auto-monitoring. You'll get an email the moment a new lawsuit, license lapse, OSHA citation, or DOL judgment appears.
Start your New York investigation Visit NYC Department of Consumer & Worker Protection / NY Secretary of State

Other states: Verify a contractor in Texas · Verify a contractor in California · Verify a contractor in Florida