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Electrical Contractor Licensing in Washington DC

Electrical Contractors working in the District of Columbia are required to hold a license from the DC Board of Industrial Trades.  Licensing is handled by the Board in connection with Pearson VUE.  Any person or business engaging in electrical work must be properly licensed, including all subcontractors and employees of an electrical contracting business.

The Board protects the health and well-being of the public within the District by ensuring that all persons have the skills and knowledge needed to perform electrical work.  As part of the licensing process, contractors are required to meet the requirements of their chosen license classification, and in some cases, pass a qualifying exam. (more…)

Reciprocal General Contractor Licensing in Washington D.C.

The District of Columbia does not have reciprocal licensing agreements with other states or jurisdictions for contractors.  This is due to the specific licensing requirements that contractors in Washington DC must follow.

Contractors who want to work on construction projects within the District of Columbia must obtain a Basic Business License from the Department of Consumer Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) Corporations Division.

The DCRA offers the following license types to contractors: (more…)