Illinois Contractor Proposals & Building Code Guide.
Official licensing boards, governing mechanical and electrical codes, statutory contract disclosures, and lien law notices for specialty trade contractors operating in Illinois.
Illinois Trade Licensing & Code Requirements
Select your specialty trade to access state-specific proposal templates and compliance language.
Illinois HVAC
- •Illinois Home Repair and Remodeling Act requires signed consumer rights acknowledgment for projects over $1,000.
- •14.3 SEER2 North minimum applies to split AC replacements.
Illinois Roofing
- •State Roofing Contractor license number (104/105 prefix) and qualifier name must appear on all contracts, trucks, and bids.
- •Illinois Insurance Code 215 ILCS 5/416 prohibits roofing contractors from rebating or paying insurance deductibles.
Illinois Electrical
- •Chicago Electrical Code prohibits Romex (NM cable) in residential structures; requires metallic conduit (EMT).
- •Supervising Electrician license required to pull permits in City of Chicago.
Illinois Plumbing
- •State Plumber license number (055/058 prefix) must appear on all contracts, proposals, and advertising.
- •Lead Service Line Replacement and Notification Act mandates lead pipe replacement during service work.
Illinois Mandatory Statutory Contract Notice
Illinois law requires contractors to provide customers with the 'Home Repair: Know Your Consumer Rights' pamphlet prior to signing any contract exceeding $1,000.
*ScopeCrafters automatically formats this disclosure into the legal terms section of your proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions: Illinois Contractor Proposals
Do contractors in Illinois need a state license to write proposals?▾
In Illinois, licensing depends on the trade. HVAC, electrical, and plumbing contractors are generally governed by state licensing boards or municipal master registrations. Written proposals must display the active license number and legal entity name.
What contract disclosures are legally required in Illinois?▾
Residential contractors in Illinois must comply with statutory cancellation notices (typically a 3-day right of rescission under Home Solicitation Acts) and provide mandatory mechanics lien warnings or preliminary notices before work commences.
How does ScopeCrafters automate Illinois proposal compliance?▾
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