Just like plumbers, electricians and HVAC contractors,effective July 1, 2008 residential and general contractors will also be required to have a Georgia state card that specifies the type of construction work they are allowed to perform. This does not replace your local license - when permitting you will be required to have both.  To find out more on these requirements, you can go to the Secretary of State website and read O.C.G.A 43-31-14.