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Contractor License Lookup Stack

License lookup tools with WebApplication + Service context, FAQs, and breadcrumbs.

Open generator Validate in Rich Results Test

When to use this stack

Contractor license verification search tools
State license lookup portals
Service pages explaining license compliance checks

What's included

Web Application
Open generator
Defines the license lookup tool experience.
Service
Open generator
Describes the verification service and provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
Open generator
Answers data freshness, eligibility, and error questions.
Breadcrumb
Open generator
Provides navigation context for the lookup page.

Required properties (stack union)

Ensure every applicable required property is present in your implementation. Nested props reference their parent objects (for example, `offers.priceCurrency`).

applicationCategory

areaServed.name

itemListElement[].name

mainEntity[].@type=Question

mainEntity[].acceptedAnswer.text

name

operatingSystem

provider.name

serviceType

url

Recommended properties (stack union)

description

itemListElement[].item

mainEntity[].acceptedAnswer.text

mainEntity[].author.name

mainEntity[].name

offers.url

softwareVersion

url

Combined JSON-LD

Paste as a single script tag. Keep product details, offer data, shipping/returns, and FAQ answers in sync with the page.

Validate

[
  {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "WebApplication",
    "@id": "https://www.example.com/licenses/contractor-lookup#app",
    "name": "Contractor License Lookup",
    "description": "Search contractor licenses by name, license number, or company.",
    "applicationCategory": "BusinessApplication",
    "operatingSystem": "Any",
    "url": "https://www.example.com/licenses/contractor-lookup"
  },
  {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "Service",
    "@id": "https://www.example.com/licenses/contractor-lookup#service",
    "name": "License Verification Service",
    "serviceType": "LicenseVerification",
    "provider": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Northwind Licensing" },
    "areaServed": { "@type": "AdministrativeArea", "name": "Texas" },
    "url": "https://www.example.com/licenses"
  },
  {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "FAQPage",
    "mainEntity": [
      {
        "@type": "Question",
        "name": "How often is the data updated?",
        "acceptedAnswer": {
          "@type": "Answer",
          "text": "License data is refreshed nightly from the state registry."
        }
      },
      {
        "@type": "Question",
        "name": "What if I can't find a contractor?",
        "acceptedAnswer": {
          "@type": "Answer",
          "text": "Check spelling, try the license number, or contact support for assistance."
        }
      },
      {
        "@type": "Question",
        "name": "Does a result confirm good standing?",
        "acceptedAnswer": {
          "@type": "Answer",
          "text": "Results show active status; verify disciplinary actions in the detailed record."
        }
      }
    ]
  },
  {
    "@context": "https://schema.org",
    "@type": "BreadcrumbList",
    "itemListElement": [
      { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.example.com" },
      { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Licenses", "item": "https://www.example.com/licenses" },
      { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Contractor Lookup", "item": "https://www.example.com/licenses/contractor-lookup" }
    ]
  }
]

Implementation steps

Start from your live product detail page content; ensure titles, prices, and availability match the page.
Embed one JSON-LD script in the head or just before the closing body tag using the combined example as a template.
Fill shipping details for each region you serve and keep them aligned with on-page shipping tables.
Attach your canonical MerchantReturnPolicy URL and keep the policy text in sync with Merchant Center.
Add 3–6 FAQs that address purchase blockers (shipping, returns, compatibility) and keep answers consistent with visible content.
Validate in the Rich Results Test and revalidate after price/availability/policy changes.

Common errors and fixes

Missing currency or availability: ensure `offers.priceCurrency` and `offers.availability` use ISO currency codes and schema URLs.
ShippingDetails missing destination or transit time: include `shippingDestination.addressCountry` and `deliveryTime.transitTime` with units.
MerchantReturnPolicy not linked: reference it from the Offer via `hasMerchantReturnPolicy` and provide a stable policy URL.
FAQ answers don't match the page: keep FAQ content identical to visible answers to avoid review or manual actions.

FAQs

Should I include multiple jurisdictions?

If the tool supports multiple states, clarify coverage in page copy and FAQs.

How do I show verification disclaimers?

Include disclaimers on the page and summarize them in FAQ answers when needed.

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