Ohio general contractors
Subcontractor compliance software for Ohio general contractors
Collect COIs, W-9s, and Workers' Comp documents from every sub on every project, automatically. Built for GCs working in Ohio.
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Ohio doesn't license general contractors at the state level, but specific trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) require licensing. Tracking the right paperwork for each sub type matters. Ohio is also a monopolistic Workers' Compensation state. Subs must carry coverage through the state fund, not a private carrier, so verifying that coverage is current is a state-specific step you can't skip. Ohio licenses specific trades (electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, hydronics) at the state level but not general contractors. Ohio is also a monopolistic Workers’ Comp state. Subs must carry coverage through the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC). PaperBoss is subcontractor compliance software that automates the collection of COIs, W-9s, and Workers' Comp exemptions from every sub working on your projects in Ohio. No spreadsheets, no account signups for subs, no chasing.
Automated COI collection for Ohio subs
Send every sub a secure upload link. They upload their Certificate of Insurance in under a minute with no account, and PaperBoss captures the effective and expiration dates automatically.
W-9 collection at onboarding
Stop scrambling at 1099 season. Collect a signed W-9 from every Ohio subcontractor during onboarding and export a clean CSV for 1099-NEC filing in January.
State-fund Workers' Comp verification
Ohio requires state-fund WC coverage. PaperBoss tracks each sub's state WC account status alongside private COIs for a complete compliance picture.
Audit-ready reporting
Export a full compliance report for any project, any sub, any date range. Hand it to your insurance auditor, your CPA, or a Ohio state inspector in seconds.
Frequently asked questions
Is a general contractor license required in Ohio?
Ohio doesn't issue a state-level general contractor license, but trades such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC are licensed at the state level. GCs are still responsible for verifying that trade subs carry the correct licensing.
How does Workers' Comp verification work in Ohio?
Ohio is a monopolistic Workers' Comp state. Subs must carry coverage through the state fund rather than a private insurer. Verifying that state-fund coverage is active is required, and PaperBoss tracks that alongside private COIs and other documents.
How do I collect W-9s from subs in Ohio?
The IRS requires you to collect a Form W-9 from any US contractor you pay $600 or more in a tax year so you can issue a 1099-NEC. PaperBoss sends each sub a secure upload link for their W-9 during onboarding, stores it encrypted, and exports clean data for 1099 season.
Does PaperBoss work for general contractors in Ohio?
Yes. PaperBoss is built for US general contractors in all 50 states, including Ohio. Document types, compliance workflows, and tax requirements (1099-NEC, W-9) are all US-specific.
How much does PaperBoss cost?
PaperBoss starts at $29/month for Starter, $79/month for Pro, and $149/month for Business. Every plan includes a 14-day free trial with no credit card required.
Built for Ohio general contractors.
Every day without tracking is a day you’re exposed. One uninsured sub can cost you the whole job.
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