GB-98
G · BUILDING
Verify / Learn More ↗General Building
Broad residential and commercial general-building classification. Includes substantial building and specialty scope but does not replace electrical or mechanical/plumbing classifications.
New Mexico contractor intelligence
New Mexico Contractor License & Trade Guide
New Mexico is a statewide classification-code licensing state. The Construction Industries Division (CID) regulates general construction, electrical, mechanical/plumbing, LP gas and elevator work. The routing key is the exact classification code—such as GB-98, EE-98 or MM-1—plus active status, scope and any applicable monetary limit.
Source-based build · verify active CID status, exact classification and current project eligibility before relying on a credential
Commercial threshold$50K
Supplied-source threshold for covered commercial work.
Residential new build$50K
Supplied-source threshold for new residential construction.
Remodel / addition$10K
Supplied-source residential remodel/addition threshold.
Residential roofing$10K
Supplied-source residential roofing threshold.
01 · Licensing model
How New Mexico Actually Licenses Contractors
New Mexico uses a statewide CID classification system. The code itself tells you the field and scope family, so accurate routing depends on matching the permit scope to the contractor’s active classification.
CID is the statewide licensing authority. General construction, electrical and mechanical/plumbing work are organized into coded classification families, with separate CID bureaus for LP gas and elevators.
Code logic matters: G = General Construction, E = Electrical, M = Mechanical/Plumbing. Within General, A = asphalt/paving, B = building, F = fixed/public works and S = specialty.
Qualifying Party: the individual experience/exam credential supports the business entity license. Journeyman certificates are distinct from contractor classifications.
Routing rule: match the permit scope to the exact classification, then confirm active status and any current project-value limits or related requirements.
Use New Mexico permit activity to identify project signals and route them to the right licensed contractor, trade or supplier audience.
Get Started for FreeSee the 20 Data Points02 · Core licenses
Codes That Shape the New Mexico Market
These are the most important statewide CID classifications for routing common construction permit activity. New Mexico is code-driven, not registration-only.
GB-2
G · RESIDENTIAL
Verify / Learn More ↗Residential Building
Residential building classification for covered dwellings and residential work within the state-defined scope.
GA-98
G · PAVING
Verify / Learn More ↗Asphalt / Bitumen / Concrete
Broad paving/site classification covering the GA family such as streets, roads, parking lots, curbs and related site work.
GF-98
G · FIXED WORKS
Verify / Learn More ↗Fixed / Public Works
Broad fixed-works classification covering major civil, infrastructure and utility-related categories.
EE-98
E · ELECTRICAL
Verify / Learn More ↗Full Electrical
Primary full electrical contractor classification for covered residential and commercial electrical work.
ER-1
E · RESIDENTIAL
Verify / Learn More ↗Residential Electrical
Residential-only electrical classification for qualifying dwelling scope.
MM-1
M · PLUMBING
Verify / Learn More ↗Plumbing
Mechanical/plumbing classification centered on plumbing systems and related piping scope.
MM-98
M · MECHANICAL
Verify / Learn More ↗General Mechanical / Plumbing
Broad mechanical/plumbing classification used for wider mechanical work; verify specific HVAC/refrigeration scope against current rules.
Use New Mexico permit activity to identify project signals and route them to the right licensed contractor, trade or supplier audience.
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New Mexico Trade Routing Guide
Use the permit scope to identify the correct CID field and classification. Broad umbrella classes may cover some specialty work, but electrical and mechanical/plumbing remain separate licensing lanes.
GB-98G · building
Commercial / General Building
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License / routing rule
Use GB-98 for broad building work when the active license scope matches the project.
Permit signals
Commercial buildings, additions, structural remodels, tenant improvements and demolition within building scope.
Verify through
CID General Construction Bureau / license lookup.
TigerLeads use
Route by building scope, then confirm active GB-98 and current project eligibility.
GB-2G · residential
Residential Building
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License / routing rule
Use GB-2 for qualifying residential building work; broader GB-98 may also cover residential scope.
Permit signals
New homes, residential additions, structural remodels and qualifying low-density residential projects.
Verify through
CID General Construction Bureau.
TigerLeads use
Use project occupancy and scope to distinguish GB-2 from GB-98.
GS-21G · specialty
Roofing
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License / routing rule
Roofing is a General Specialty classification; GB-98 may subsume specialty scope where allowed.
Permit signals
Re-roof, roof replacement, structural roof repair and new roofing permits.
Verify through
CID classification rules / General Construction Bureau.
TigerLeads use
Target roofing-specific permit signals to GS-21 or a broader authorized class.
GS-13 / GS-7G · specialty
Framing / Drywall
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License / routing rule
Specialty classifications can route trade-specific building work when a contractor does not hold the broad umbrella class.
Permit signals
Framing, partitions, drywall and related interior/building permits.
Verify through
CID classification rules.
TigerLeads use
Use the exact specialty code when the permit scope is narrow.
GA-98G · paving
Paving / Site Work
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License / routing rule
GA-98 is paving/site oriented, not a general-building license.
Permit signals
Parking lots, streets, curbs, gutters, striping, roadway and paving permits.
Verify through
CID General Construction classification rules.
TigerLeads use
Keep GA work separate from GB building leads.
GF-98G · fixed works
Heavy Civil / Utilities
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License / routing rule
Use GF-98 or the applicable GF specialty for fixed/public-works scope.
Permit signals
Bridges, drainage, utilities, tanks, towers, flood control and civil infrastructure.
Verify through
CID General Construction classification rules.
TigerLeads use
Route infrastructure permits to GF classifications rather than building contractors.
EE-98E · electrical
Commercial / Full Electrical
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License / routing rule
Full electrical contractor class for broad covered electrical work.
Permit signals
Commercial service, feeders, panels, wiring, generators and electrical alterations.
Verify through
CID Electrical Bureau.
TigerLeads use
Commercial electrical signals should generally route to EE-98 when scope fits.
ER-1E · residential
Residential Electrical
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License / routing rule
Residential-only electrical classification for qualifying dwelling work.
Permit signals
Residential panels, rewires, additions, service upgrades and new dwelling electrical.
Verify through
CID Electrical Bureau.
TigerLeads use
Use occupancy/project type to avoid sending commercial work to ER-1.
EL-1 / ESE · specialty
Utility / Low-Voltage / Specialty Electrical
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License / routing rule
EL-1 covers high-voltage distribution/transmission; ES classes cover narrow specialties such as signs, alarm/low-voltage and related systems.
Permit signals
Utility line, sign, alarm, telecom and specialty electrical permits.
Verify through
CID Electrical Bureau / NMAC classification rules.
TigerLeads use
Match the specialty to the exact ES class; do not treat every E-code as interchangeable.
MM-1M · plumbing
Plumbing
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License / routing rule
Use MM-1 for plumbing scope defined by the mechanical/plumbing rules.
Permit signals
Plumbing rough-in, water/sewer piping, fixtures and related piping permits.
Verify through
CID Mechanical-Plumbing Bureau.
TigerLeads use
Route plumbing permit signals to the M-field and confirm exact license scope.
MM-98M · mechanical
HVAC / Mechanical
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License / routing rule
Broad mechanical/plumbing classification; exact HVAC and refrigeration scope should be checked against the current rule.
Permit signals
HVAC replacement, mechanical systems, duct-related and equipment permits.
Verify through
CID Mechanical-Plumbing Bureau.
TigerLeads use
Use the permit description to separate broad MM-98 from narrower mechanical specialties.
MS-12 / 14M · fire protection
Fire Protection
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License / routing rule
MS-12 and MS-14 are fire-protection specialty classifications in the supplied source.
Permit signals
Fire sprinkler, suppression and gaseous/clean-agent system permits.
Verify through
CID Mechanical-Plumbing Bureau / NMAC 14.6.6.11.
TigerLeads use
Route fire-protection leads by exact MS class and verify any individual journeyman requirement.
Use New Mexico permit activity to identify project signals and route them to the right licensed contractor, trade or supplier audience.
Get Started for FreeSee the 20 Data Points04 · Classification directory
Searchable New Mexico Classification Directory
This directory mixes core CID contractor classifications, specialty codes, journeyman identifiers and agency-routing labels. Use it as a routing map—not as a substitute for live CID verification.
GB-98
General Building
Broad residential + commercial building classification.
GB-2
Residential Building
Residential building classification.
GA-98
Asphalt / Bitumen / Concrete
Broad paving/site classification.
GA-1
Streets / Roads
Paving family specialty.
GA-2
Maintenance / Repair
Paving family specialty.
GA-3
Curbs / Gutters
Paving family specialty.
GA-4
Striping / Signs
Paving family specialty.
GA-5
Misc. Paving
Paving family specialty.
GF-98
Fixed / Public Works
Broad civil/infrastructure classification.
GS-4
Concrete
General specialty classification.
GS-5
Demolition
General specialty classification.
GS-7
Drywall
General specialty classification.
GS-8
Earthmoving
General specialty classification.
GS-13
Framing
General specialty classification.
GS-14
Windows / Doors
General specialty classification.
GS-16
Masonry
General specialty classification.
GS-21
Roofing
General specialty classification.
GS-23
Non-Electrical Signs
General specialty classification.
GS-24
Structural Steel
General specialty classification.
GS-25
Pools — Non-MEP
General specialty classification.
GS-29
General Specialty Catch-All
Specialty routing label; verify scope.
GS-30
Plaster / Stucco
General specialty classification.
GS-31
Siding
General specialty classification.
EE-98
Full Electrical
Broad electrical contractor classification.
ER-1
Residential Electrical
Residential electrical contractor classification.
EL-1
High-Voltage Line
Distribution / transmission over 5000V.
ES-1
Electrical Signs
Electrical specialty.
ES-2
Cathodic / Lightning
Electrical specialty.
ES-3
Low Voltage / Alarm
Electrical specialty.
ES-7
Telephone / Interconnect
Electrical specialty.
ES-10
Well Pump Electrical
Electrical specialty.
MM-1
Plumbing
Mechanical/plumbing classification.
MM-98
General Mechanical / Plumbing
Broad M-field classification.
MS-12
Fire Sprinkler
Fire-protection specialty.
MS-14
Gaseous / Dry Chemical
Fire-protection specialty.
CID / QP
Agency / Qualifying Party
Use CID lookup; QP is the qualifying individual behind the business license.
05 · Permit intelligence
Permit Signals Worth Watching in New Mexico
New Mexico permits can be routed directly into CID classification families. Match project type, trade scope and license class before outreach.
New commercial building
GB-98
General builder + trade contractors
HIGHBroad multi-trade signal with strong downstream demand.
New residential building
GB-2 / GB-98
Residential/general builder + trades
HIGHStrong signal for structural and finishing trades.
Roof permit
GS-21 / GB-98
Roofing contractors
HIGHClear specialty-routing opportunity.
Electrical permit
EE-98 / ER-1 / ES
Electrical contractors
HIGHClassification depends on occupancy and scope.
Plumbing permit
MM-1
Plumbing contractors
HIGHStrong M-field trade signal.
Mechanical / HVAC permit
MM-98 / M specialties
Mechanical / HVAC contractors
HIGHVerify exact mechanical scope before routing.
Site / civil permit
GA-98 / GF-98
Paving, civil and utility contractors
MEDIUMUseful for infrastructure and sitework audiences.
Fire protection permit
MS-12 / MS-14
Sprinkler and suppression contractors
MEDIUMRoute by exact fire-protection specialty class.
Use New Mexico permit activity to identify project signals and route them to the right licensed contractor, trade or supplier audience.
Get Started for FreeSee the 20 Data Points06 · Verification workflow
Verify New Mexico Before You Route
New Mexico is one of the cleaner states for code-based routing, but the exact active classification still needs to match the permit scope.
01
Read the permit scope
Identify whether the project is building, paving/site, fixed works, specialty, electrical or mechanical/plumbing.
02
Match the CID classification
Use GB/GA/GF/GS, E-field or M-field codes rather than a generic contractor label.
03
Confirm active status
Use the CID/RLD public lookup and confirm the business license and qualifying-party relationship are current.
04
Check project eligibility
Confirm current scope, any monetary limit and other live requirements before treating the contractor as eligible for a specific project.
Use New Mexico permit activity to identify project signals and route them to the right licensed contractor, trade or supplier audience.
Get Started for FreeSee the 20 Data Points07 · Official sources
Official New Mexico Sources
Use CID, RLD and the New Mexico Administrative Code as the primary sources for current classification scope and license verification.
01New Mexico CIDConstruction Industries Division↗02CID BureausGeneral, Electrical, Mechanical-Plumbing, LP Gas and Elevator↗03RLD License LookupPublic contractor/license verification↗04NMAC 14.6.6Contractor classifications and scopes↗05NMSA Chapter 60-13Construction Industries Licensing Act↗06PSI ExamsTesting and licensing intake referenced by supplied source↗07Electrical BureauElectrical classifications and enforcement↗08Mechanical-Plumbing BureauMechanical and plumbing classifications↗09General Construction BureauBuilding, paving, fixed works and specialties↗10LP Gas BureauLP-gas licensing route↗11Elevator BureauElevator / conveyance licensing route↗12TigerLeads Permit Data PointsHow permit fields become opportunity intelligence↗
08 · FAQ
New Mexico Contractor Licensing Questions
These answers follow the supplied New Mexico source and should be checked against current CID/RLD rules before operational use.
01 Does New Mexico have a statewide contractor license system? +
Yes. The supplied source describes New Mexico as a statewide CID classification-code licensing state for construction trades.
02 What is GB-98? +
The broad General Building classification for covered residential and commercial building work.
03 What is GB-2? +
A residential building classification for qualifying residential scope.
04 How do I read New Mexico classification codes? +
The first letter identifies the field—G, E or M. General classifications add a type letter such as A, B, F or S, followed by a trade number.
05 What is GA-98? +
The broad asphalt/bitumen/concrete paving and site-work classification family; it is not a general-building license.
06 What is GF-98? +
The broad fixed/public-works classification family for civil and infrastructure work.
07 What is GS-21? +
The roofing specialty classification identified in the supplied source.
08 What is EE-98? +
The full electrical contractor classification for broad covered residential and commercial electrical work.
09 What is ER-1? +
The residential-only electrical classification.
10 What is EL-1? +
The high-voltage distribution/transmission electrical classification identified in the source.
11 What are ES classifications? +
Narrow electrical specialty classes such as signs, cathodic/lightning protection, low-voltage/alarm, telephone/interconnect and well-pump work.
12 What is MM-1? +
The plumbing classification in the mechanical/plumbing field.
13 What is MM-98? +
A broad mechanical/plumbing classification. Exact HVAC/refrigeration scope should be verified against current rules.
14 What are MS-12 and MS-14? +
Fire-protection specialty classifications for sprinkler and dry-chemical/gaseous systems in the supplied source.
15 What is a Qualifying Party? +
The individual whose experience and exams qualify a business entity for a classification.
16 Are journeyman certificates the same as contractor licenses? +
No. The supplied source distinguishes individual journeyman certificates from the business entity contractor classification.
17 How do I verify a New Mexico contractor? +
Use the CID/RLD public lookup, confirm active status, exact classification and current project eligibility.
18 How should New Mexico permits be used in TigerLeads? +
As project signals that help identify likely upcoming demand. A permit is not proof of an open bid, guaranteed job or contractor availability.
Turn New Mexico Permits Into Earlier Opportunities.
TigerLeads helps contractors, trades and suppliers identify permit-driven project signals, understand likely scope and reach the New Mexico market earlier.
