Ohio Business Formation · Guide
Starting an Ohio construction or trade business
Identify the trade and project type first. Residential work, commercial specialty trades and local contractor registrations can follow different rules.
What to prepare
- The exact trade and whether work is residential or commercial.
- Current individual licenses and proposed company information.
- Cities or townships where you intend to work.
- Project permits, insurance, contracts and employee requirements.
Check state and local requirements
Ohio’s Construction Industry Licensing Board regulates specified commercial trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronics. Check the scope that applies to your work. Ask local building authorities about residential requirements, registrations and project permits.
Keep professional authority separate from company formation
An LLC filing does not grant an occupational license. A “handyman” label does not answer whether a particular job needs a license or permit. Confirm the actual work before bidding or signing a contract.
Costs and the scope of help
Get separate figures for state filing, required licenses or inspections, equipment, insurance and private preparation. Asal confirms its document-preparation scope and quote before work begins; agency approval and processing are separate.
Paperwork help in Columbus
Request an LLC preparation quote or call (380) 269-7408. Our office is at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15, Columbus, OH 43231. Call ahead to confirm the documents for your task.
General information. Verify current requirements with the responsible agency. Asal provides private document preparation, not legal or tax advice.