The South Carolina Residential Specialty Contractors Act (SCRSCCA) was passed in 2011 to protect consumers and promote fair competition among residential specialty contractors. It requires all residential specialty contractors to register with the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation to obtain a license. This includes plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning, roofing, masonry, carpentry, painting, drywall, tile, flooring, etc.  To qualify for licensure, applicants must pass a criminal history check and pay a fee. Applicants must also post a surety bond to cover any losses incurred.