Applicants must submit an application online at core.tn.gov or by mail and a $250 initial license fee along with proof that the applicant met the following requirements:
1. “Initial Home Improvement Contractor” Application (CORE)
2. Supporting Documents
i. $10,000 Proof of Financial Responsibility - One of the following:
a. Surety Bond from Insurance Company - Include a written Power of Attorney.
b. Irrevocable Letter of Credit (ILOC) - It must be in the attached format from an FDIC-approved bank, savings, and loan financial institution.
ii. General Liability Insurance
iii. Worker's Compensation or Worker's Compensation Exemption
iv. Charter, Articles of Incorporation or Secretary of State Filing, if applicable
3. Fee, $250.00
Home Improvement Defined: Repair, replace, remodel, alter, conversion, modernization, improvement, or addition to structures and land. (Some government agencies may require for HVAC work). (See TCA § 62-6-502 and TCA § 62-6-137)
Examples of Home Improvement: Driveways, swimming pools, porches, garages, landscaping fences, shelters, roofing, painting, environmental remediation (asbestos, lead, mold), and other improvements for the repair, removal or demolition of any damage to abuilding or structure caused by insects or natural disaster.
County Requirement: This state law applies to the following counties: Bradley, Davidson, Haywood, Hamilton, Knox, Marion, Robertson, Rutherford, and Shelby). Check local government for business licenses, bonding, permits and inspection requirements: