What is the CCB?
The Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) licenses and regulates contractors in the state. If you're doing construction work in Oregon — whether you're a general contractor, electrician, plumber, or roofer — you need an active CCB license.
Working without one isn't just risky. It's illegal. Unlicensed contractors face fines, and homeowners who hire them lose their legal protections.
Why license verification matters
For general contractors managing subcontractors, verifying CCB licenses isn't optional — it's due diligence. If a sub's license lapses while they're working on your project, you could be liable.
The problem? Checking licenses manually means going to the CCB website, typing in numbers one at a time, and hoping you remember to recheck before licenses expire. On a project with eight subs, that adds up fast.
What to check
When verifying a contractor's CCB license, look for:
- Active status — an expired or inactive license means they can't legally work
- Insurance — general liability and workers' comp (if they have employees)
- Bond — surety bond protects homeowners against contractor defaults
- License category — residential vs. commercial, general vs. specialty
- Complaint history — the CCB tracks complaints and disciplinary actions
Automating the process
Canopy's CCB verification tool checks all of this automatically. When you invite a subcontractor to your project, Canopy verifies their CCB license in real time and flags any issues — expired insurance, lapsed bonds, or inactive status.
No more manual lookups. No more surprises mid-project.
Try it yourself
Our free CCB lookup tool lets you verify any Oregon contractor license instantly — no account required. Just enter the CCB number and get the full status report.