Electrical Contractor Licensing in New Jersey
Electrical Contractors in the State of New Jersey are required to hold a license from the New Jersey Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors. The Board ensures that all applicants have the experience and/or education needed to safely perform electrical work within the state.
As part of the licensing process, contractors are required to obtain a business permit, meet the Board’s requirements for age, education and work experience, and (more…)
Electrical Contractor Licensing in North Carolina
Electrical Contractors in the State of North Carolina are required to obtain a license from the NC State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors. The Board protects the health and safety of the public in NC by requiring all Electrical Contractors to hold a license and meet various requirements.
The Board requires that all businesses choose at least one person within their company to act as a qualified individual. This person is responsible for meeting the Board’s requirements, as well as taking and passing the exam on the business’ behalf. They are responsible for (more…)
Electrical Contractor Licensing in Georgia
Electrical Contractors in the State of Georgia are required to obtain and hold a license from the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board. Licenses are issued by the Board’s Division of Electrical Contractors. The Board and Division regularly meet to decide if applicants have the skills, knowledge and the experience to safely work as an Electrical Contractor within the state.
As part of the licensing process, contractors are required to prove that they meet the requirements for work experience. Contractors are also required (more…)
Electrical Contractor Licensing in Illinois – By City
The State of Illinois does not handle the licensing of Electrical Contractors. Instead, the licensing and registration of Electrical Contractors is handled at the local-level, by the city, county or municipality in which the contractor chooses to work.
Before beginning work on an electrical project, it is important that contractors check with the local jurisdiction, planning or building department to determine what is required.
Below is a brief explanation of the licensing and registration process for some of the larger cities in the State of Illinois. (more…)
Electrical Contractor Licensing in Michigan
Any person or business engaging in electrical work in the State of Michigan must hold a license from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Licenses are issued by the Department’s Bureau of Construction Codes/Electrical Division.
As part of the licensing process, contractors are required to complete an application and meet the Bureau’s requirements for age and work experience. All contractors are also required to take and pass a qualifying exam.
*Licenses are issued to Electrical Contractors state-wide in Michigan, with the exception of contractors working in the cities of Grand Rapids and Detroit. Contractors working in these cities are licensed at the local-level, and must (more…)
Reciprocal General Contractor Licensing in New Mexico
The State of New Mexico does not have reciprocal licensing agreements for General Contractors licensed in other states. This is due to the added steps in the licensing process that are needed to work as a contractor in New Mexico.
Out-of-state contractors who want to work on construction projects in New Mexico must obtain a license from the NM Regulation and Licensing Department’s Construction Industries Division (CID). The CID works with PSI Services to help contractors become licensed. A license is needed to bid or work on construction projects of any kind within the state.
As part of the licensing process, contractors are required to: (more…)
Electrical Contractor Licensing in California
The State of California defines an Electrical Contractor as “anyone who places, installs, erects or connects any electrical wires, fixtures, appliances, raceways, conduits, solar photovoltaic cells or any part thereof, which generates, transmits, transforms or utilizes electrical energy in any form or for any purpose.” All Electrical Contractors are required to hold a license from the Contractor’s State Licensing Board (CSLB) when working on projects of $500 or more, including labor and materials.
Electrical Contractor Licenses fall beneath the Class C Specialty Contractor Licenses offered by the CSLB. Class C licenses include 43 different sub-classifications related to various building trades and crafts. Of the 43 different sub-classifications offered, there are two related to electrical contracting:
- Class C-10 Electrical Contractor (General)
- Class C-45 Electrical Sign Contractor
As part of the licensing process, contractors are required to (more…)
Reciprocal General Contractor Licensing in Indiana
The State of Indiana does not hold reciprocal licensing agreements with other states for General Contractors. This is because contractor licensing and registration is handled at the local-level rather than the state-level in Indiana.
Out-of-state General Contractors must check the local laws and ordinances of the city, county or municipality in which they plan to work. Many cities in Indiana require General Contractors to hold a license or registration and pass a qualifying exam before beginning work on a construction project.
*Contractors should always notify the local licensing board/entity if they hold a General Contractor License in another state.
For more information about local registration and licensing regulations in the State of Indiana, please visit:
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…)
Reciprocal General Contractor Licensing in Wyoming
The State of Wyoming does not have reciprocal licensing agreements with other states for General Contractors. This is because licensing is handled at the local-level, rather than the state-level in Wyoming. Licensing requirements are determined by the local, planning or building department in the city or town in which the contractor plans to work.
Out-of-state contractors who want to work on construction projects in Wyoming must check with the local laws and ordinances for licensing to determine what is required. Most cities require contractors to (more…)