Licensed AK Contractor
Rickman Building Company is fully licensed, bonded, and insured to perform residential and commercial general contracting services in the State of Alaska.
Alaska License Verification
In Alaska, general contractors performing residential specialty work must possess a active **Residential Endorsement** in addition to their general contracting license. This endorsement requires rigorous testing on cold-climate building science, thermal retention, and structural load calculations.
Insurance & Bonding
We maintain comprehensive commercial general liability, surety bonding, and workers' compensation coverage in full accordance with Alaska state regulations. Certificates of Insurance (COI) are provided directly to clients prior to project commencement.
- ✓Commercial General Liability Comprehensive coverage to protect your property and project site throughout construction.
- ✓Surety Bonded Bonded in compliance with Alaska Department of Commerce requirements to guarantee project performance.
- ✓Workers' Compensation Worker coverage protecting crew members and meeting all statutory state requirements.
Why Licensing Matters in Alaska
Alaska's environment presents severe challenges including seismic activity, permafrost shifting, high snow loads, and extreme sub-zero cold cycles. Hiring an unlicensed contractor voids manufacturer warranties and can leave homeowners liable for code violations or structural failure. Rickman Building Company ensures all permits are filed correctly and all designs strictly meet or exceed municipal codes.
Self-Performed Crane Operations Licensed heavy rigging and mobile crane operation setting continuous structural steel ridge beams in rugged terrain.
Commercial Steel & Envelopes Large-scale commercial structural steel erection, secondary framing, and pre-insulated metal wall panel assemblies.
Ready to build for the North?
Whether it's a legacy homestead or a critical accessibility upgrade, Ehren Rickman and his team bring unrivaled expertise to the Kenai Peninsula.