Licenses, insurance & trust on HabWiz
HabWiz connects you with independent local pros. Here’s how licenses and insurance work, in plain words.
You run your own business. If your work needs a license, registration or insurance, keep it current — and if you add it to your profile, clients see it on your bids. Many small handyman jobs don’t need a license, and you’re welcome on HabWiz either way.
License and insurance details are shared by the pro. HabWiz doesn’t check them, so for bigger or licensed jobs (electrical, plumbing, heating & AC), it’s a good idea to ask for a copy and take a quick look before work starts.
Quick ways to check a pro in New Jersey
- Look up a license or Home Improvement Contractor registration with the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs (or call 800-242-5846).
- Ask for a copy of their insurance certificate.
- Read their reviews on HabWiz.
- For permit work, ask who will pull the permit.
Something doesn’t look right?
Tap “Report this pro” on their bid, or email support@habwiz.com. We read every report and keep HabWiz fair for everyone.
The legal part
HabWiz is an online marketplace connecting customers with independent service professionals. Professionals are not employees or agents of HabWiz. Service professionals are responsible for maintaining all licenses, registrations, permits, and insurance required by applicable law and for providing accurate information about their qualifications. Professionals may voluntarily add licenses, insurance certificates, and other supporting documents to their profiles; unless expressly stated otherwise, HabWiz does not independently verify the authenticity, accuracy, validity, or current status of these documents, and they are labeled as provided by the professional. Before hiring a professional or allowing work to begin, customers are encouraged to independently verify applicable licenses, insurance coverage, qualifications, and references. HabWiz does not guarantee the qualifications, licensing, insurance coverage, workmanship, or performance of independent service professionals and may remove professionals who provide false information. Nothing in this disclosure excludes liability that cannot legally be excluded under applicable law. See also our Terms of Service.