Look up every installer on the Nevada State Contractors Board site, ask for proof of insurance, and compare measured, itemized quotes. Then pick the one who gives clear answers about tile, stucco, heat, and service.
This site does not license, vet, or insure installers. We connect homeowners with independent local pros, and you should check each one yourself. Here is how.
Step 1: Check the license yourself
Nevada contractors are licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB). Use the license search on the NSCB website and confirm:
- The business name matches the company on your quote.
- The license is active.
- The classification covers the work being quoted. Ask the installer which classification they rely on, since roofline lighting involves low-voltage wiring and connecting to your home's power.
- The monetary limit fits the size of your job.
- Whether there is any disciplinary history.
Do not assume a small job is exempt. Nevada's small-job exemption is narrow and does not cover electrical work.
Step 2: Confirm insurance
Ask for a certificate of liability insurance, and workers' compensation coverage if they have employees. Check the dates. Some HOAs ask for this as part of the submittal, so it is useful to have either way.
Step 3: Test their local know-how
A good valley installer should answer these without hesitation:
- How do you mount on a concrete tile roof without walking on or drilling the tile?
- What do you fasten into when the fascia is stucco-wrapped or foam trim?
- How do you seal holes against monsoon rain and dust?
- Where do you put the power supply and controller, and what are they rated for?
- Have you worked with HOA review in communities like mine?
The desert heat and UV guide has more questions on specs.
Step 4: Compare quotes fairly
Ask every installer to quote the same rooflines. Then put the quotes next to each other:
- Measured footage and which elevations are included.
- Price per foot, not just the total.
- LED spacing and whether white has its own diode.
- Controller, power supply, and any electrical work, itemized.
- Warranty terms for each part and for labor, in writing.
- Who handles service calls, and how.
Our cost guide includes a line-by-line quote checklist.
Warning signs
- The name on the quote does not match an active NSCB license.
- No itemized footage, just one price.
- Plans to screw into roof tile or walk the roof without a clear reason.
- Warranty promised verbally but not written down.
- Pressure to sign the same day, or to skip HOA approval.
When you are ready, request quotes and use these steps to compare them.
Quick form. A vetted Las Vegas Valley installer will contact you with a measured quote.
Frequently asked questions
What does NSCB's Residential Recovery Fund do?
It may help homeowners who hired a licensed contractor for residential work and suffered certain losses. Eligibility rules apply, so check the NSCB website for details.
Should I choose an installer who only does lighting?
Not necessarily. What matters is a valid license for the work, insurance, experience with tile and stucco homes, and a clear service process.
Where do I complain if an installer does not fix a problem?
Start with the installer in writing. If it is not resolved, the Nevada State Contractors Board accepts complaints about licensed contractors.