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Moving in New York (NY)

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Explore 233 verified moving companies across New York counties and municipalities. All credential records are sourced from the New York City Department of Buildings & NYS Licensing Authorities (NYC DOB / NYS) under NYC Administrative Code Title 28 (Licensed Master Plumber, Master Electrician, and General Contractor Registration) & NYS General Business Law Article 36-A with zero lead selling or paid ranking.

Official State Licensing Portal: New York City Department of Buildings & NYS Licensing Authorities (NYC DOB / NYS) Official Portal

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Counties in New York (13)

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Open Municipalities in New York (14)

Brooklyn 28New York 13Bronx 7Buffalo 6Farmingdale 6Staten Island 6White Plains 6Albany 5Yonkers 5Long Island City 4Mount Vernon 4Southampton 4Fresh Meadows 3Rochester 3

Frequently Asked Questions — New York (NY)

Which agency regulates moving contractors in New York?

New York City Department of Buildings & NYS Licensing Authorities (NYC DOB / NYS) oversees trade licensing in New York. NYC Administrative Code Title 28 (Licensed Master Plumber, Master Electrician, and General Contractor Registration) & NYS General Business Law Article 36-A

Which counties and municipalities are covered in the New York directory?

The New York directory covers 13 open counties (including Kings County (Brooklyn), Queens County, Westchester County, Nassau County, New York County (Manhattan), Suffolk County) and 14 open municipalities with active public license records.

How do I verify contractor insurance, surety bonds, and permit authority in New York (NY)?

Confirm active credential status directly on the official NYC DOB / NYS registry, request a current ACORD Certificate of Insurance (Commercial General Liability and Workers' Compensation) plus any statutory surety bond, and verify local municipal building permit requirements before work starts.

Before the first call

  • Describe the job and ask whether it is within their scope and service area.
  • Check the credential with its issuing authority and ask what applies where the work will happen.
  • Ask about insurance, availability, who will do the work, and a written scope.
  • Ask about callout fees, labor or fixed rates, materials, cancellation and any estimate charge.
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Verification Overview & Key Takeaways: How to Check Official Credentials

HomeCrafto displays source records with different scopes, including licenses, registrations, municipal permits and community records. A source entry is not proof of qualification for your job. Before signing a work order or paying a deposit, homeowners should confirm that the contractor’s credential number is active, verify that the license classification covers the specific trade scope required for the job, and request a current Certificate of Insurance (COI) directly from the issuing insurance carrier. Independent verification protects your property and ensures compliance with local building codes.

How do you verify a contractor license number and insurance on official portals (FAQ)?

You can verify active license standing and consumer protection rules directly through official government portals, including Washington L&I Contractor Verify, the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB), the Connecticut eLicense Portal, USA.gov State Consumer Protection Offices, and FTC Home Improvement Consumer Guidance. Always confirm municipal permit requirements with your local building department before work begins.