In order to become a contractor, different licenses of varying levels will have to be obtained, depending on whether the individual wants to be a plumbing contractor, electrical contractor or other contractor. Find out about the fees that have to be paid to obtain a contractor’s license with help from a remodeling specialist in this free video on becoming a contractor. Expert: William Perkinson Bio: William Perkinson is a partner with Perkinson Building Corporation, based in Birmingham, Ala. Filmmaker: Tim Brown