SELECT A STATE
The map identifies the electrical and plumbing craft licensing bodies for a given state. Several states do not license at the state level, but rather defer that authority to local municipal government. Click a state or select a state from the dropdown menu to review reciprocity information for the selected state.
Alabama
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Alabama has Electrical Journeyman and Master Electrician licensing.
Reciprocity
Alabama has reciprocity with the following states:
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Georgia
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Louisiana
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Mississippi
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North Carolina
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South Carolina
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Tennessee
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Virginia
Reciprocity Licensing Page
Contact
Alabama Electrical Contractors Board
2777 Zelda Road
Montgomery, AL 36106
Phone: 334.420.7232
Fax: 334.263.6115
Email: electrical@alstateboard.com
Website: http://www.aecb.state.al.us
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Alabama has both a Master Plumber/Gas Fitter and a Journeyman Plumber/Gas Fitter license.
Reciprocity
The board may establish reciprocal agreements with any other state licensing or certifying board which recognizes, as a minimum, the standards prescribed by the board, and may allow certified plumbers and gas fitters to receive a license in this state without taking examinations if such plumber or gas fitter is licensed in the reciprocating state.
Reciprocity Law
Contact
State of Alabama Plumbers and Gasfitters Examining Board
11 West Oxmoor Road, Suite 104
Birmingham, AL 35209
Phone: 205.945.4857
Fax: 205.945.9915
Email: staff@pgfb.alabama.gov
Website: http://pgfb.state.al.us/
Alaska
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Applicants for electrical journeyman and journeyman lineman need 8,000 hours of legally obtained experience in the trade subject to the National Electrical Code for electricians or National Electrical Safety Code for lineman. A notarized letter from a former employer or an Alaska based union attesting to experience is also required.
Alaska Electrician Licensing Information
Reciprocity
The state of Alaska has reciprocal agreements for Electrical Journeyman with the following states: Arkansas, Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Oklahoma, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota and Utah.
Reciprocity Form and Details
Contact
Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Labor Standards & Safety Division
Mechanical Inspection Section
3301 Eagle Street, Suite 302
Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone:
907.269.4925
Fax: 907.269.4932
Email:
Anchorage.LSS-MI@alaska.gov
Website:
http://www.labor.state.ak.us/
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Alaska has licensing of Journeyman Plumbers
Alaska Gas Piping/Plumber Licensing Information
Reciprocity
Alaska does not have any state reciprocity agreements for Journeyman Plumbers.
Contact
Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Labor Standards & Safety Division
Mechanical Inspection Section
3301 Eagle Street, Suite 302
Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907.269.4925
Fax: 907.269.4932
Email: Anchorage.LSS-MI@alaska.gov
Website: http://www.labor.state.ak.us
Arizona
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Arizona does not license Journeyman at the state level. Contact the county or municipal authority for licensing requirements
Arizona Licensing Statutes
Reciprocity
Arizona reciprocates with California, Nevada and Utah for the purpose of trade exams and licensing of contractors.
Contact
Arizona Registrar of Contractors
1700 W Washington St., Suite 105
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2812
Phone: 877.692.9762
Website: AZ Registrar of Contractors
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Arizona does not license Journeyman at the state level. Contact the county or municipal authority for licensing requirements
Reciprocity
Arizona reciprocates with California, Nevada and Utah for the purpose of trade exams and licensing of contractors.
Waiver of Trade Exam
Contact
Arizona Registrar of Contractors
1700 W Washington St., Suite 105
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2812
Phone: 877.692.9762
Website: AZ Registrar of Contractors
Arkansas
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Arkansas has state licensing of Journeyman Electricians.
Reciprocity
Arkansas has Journeyman reciprocity agreements with the following states:
- Alaska
- Colorado
- Minnesota
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Mexico
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- South Dakota
- Texas
- Utah
Arkansas also has a Master Reciprocal Agreement with Oregon.
Contact
Telephone: 501-682-4500, or fax: 501-682-4535
Postal address: 10421 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
Electronic mail: asklabor@arkansas.gov
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Arkansas has state licensing of Journeyman and Master Plumbers.
Reciprocity
All applications for reciprocal licensing need to be made on a form provided by the State Committee of Plumbing Examiners (SCPE) who will then determine if reciprocity is approved. These forms must be completely filled, notarized and filed with the SCPE, together with a fee for reciprocal registration. Applicants are required to present satisfactory evidence of their qualifications.
Arkansas Plumbing & Natural Gas Codes
Contact
Telephone: 501-682-4500, or fax: 501-682-4535
Postal address: 10421 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
Electronic mail: asklabor@arkansas.gov
California
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
California Plumbing Licensing Information
Reciprocity
California has varying reciprocal agreements for with Arizona, Nevada and Utah for plumbers.
For details on licensing of plumbing craft professionals and contractors in California, visit the Reciprocal Classifications List on the Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State License Board website.
Contact
Contractors State License Board
9821 Business Park Drive
Sacramento, CA 95827
Phone: 916.255.3900
Fax: 916.255.4023
Website: http://www.cslb.ca.gov
Colorado
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
The State Electrical Board licenses, registers, and regulates electricians, apprentices, and electrical contractors. The board does not regulate communication systems, elevators or passenger conveyors, bridge or highway projects, or data processing systems.
Reciprocity
Colorado has electrical licensing reciprocity agreements with the following states:
- Alaska
- Arkansas
- Idaho
- Iowa
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- New Mexico
- North Dakota
- Oklahoma
- South Dakota
- Utah
- Wyoming
Electrical Board: Applications and Forms
Contact
Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
Division of Professions and Occupations
1560 Broadway, Suite 1350
Denver, CO 80202
Phone:
303.894.7800
Fax: 303.866.7693
Email:
dora_registrations@state.co.us
Website:
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dora/Electrical
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
The maximum experience the board requires for an applicant to qualify to receive a journeyman plumber's license is four years (6,800 hours) of practical experience. An applicant for a master plumber's license must furnish evidence of having obtained five full-time years (60 months/9,780 hours) of practical experience.
Reciprocity
Licensees from another state may be eligible for licensure by endorsement providing that the applicant possesses credential and qualifications that are substantially equivalent to requirements in Colorado for licensure by examination and you must provide verification
State Plumbing Board: Licensing Requirements
Contact
State Plumbing Board
1560 Broadway, Suite 1350
Denver, CO 80202
Phone:
303.894.2300
Fax: 303.894.2310
Email:
dora_plumbingboard@state.co.us
Website:
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dora/Plumbing
Delaware
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
The Delaware Board of electrical Examiners issues licenses to apprentices, journeypersons, master electricians, master electricians special, limited electricians and limited electricians special. Master special and limited special licenses limit practice to certain specialties such as elevators or HVAC. The Board also licenses electrical inspection agencies.
Delaware Electrical Board of Examiners
Reciprocity
If you are currently licensed in another state you may apply for licensure by reciprocity. The requirements vary depending on whether any state where you hold a current license has licensure standards that are substantially similar to Delaware's standards. If your current license is in a state where the standards are not substantially similar to Delaware's standards, you must provide proof of practice for a minimum of five years after licensure. For complete instructions, see Licensure Requirements.
Contact
Division of Professional Regulation
Cannon Building, Suite 203
861 Silver Lake Blvd.
Dover, Delaware 19904
Telephone: 302.744.4500
Fax: 302.739.2711
Email: customerservice.dpr@state.de.us
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
In Delaware, an individual may provide plumbing services without being licensed, if the individual is an apprentice, journeyman, mechanic or other person providing such services under the supervision of a master plumber who is the individual's employer or who is employed full time by the same business entity as the individual.
Delaware Master Plumber Licensure
Reciprocity
Reciprocity will be provided for licensed plumbers of other states provided that the standards for licensure in that state are equivalent to Delaware.
Delaware Plumbing Reciprocity
Contact
Division of Professional Regulation
Cannon Building, Suite 203
861 Silver Lake Blvd.
Dover, Delaware 19904
Telephone: 302.744.4500
Fax: 302.739.2711
Email: customerservice.dpr@state.de.us
Florida
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Florida does not license journeyman electricians. The Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board is responsible for licensing and regulating electrical contractors. Certified state contractors can work statewide while registered state contractors can work regionally.
Reciprocity
Florida does not have reciprocity agreements for electrical licensing with any other state.
Contact
Division of Professions
Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board
1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783
Phone: 850.487.1395
Website: FL Dept. of Business and Professional Regulation
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Florida does not license journeyman plumbers or gasfitters. The Plumbing Contractors' Licensing Board is responsible for licensing and regulating plumbing contractors. Certified state contractors can work statewide while registered state contractors can work regionally.
Certified Plumbing Contractor Information
Reciprocity
Florida does not have reciprocity agreements for plumbers or gasfitters with any other state.
Contact
Division of Professions
Construction Industry Licensing Board
2601 Blair Stone Road
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783
Phone: 850.487.1395
Georgia
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Georgia has no state journeyman electrician licensing requirements. Journeymen employed by a licensed electrical contractor do not need a separate license. For more information, view the licensing portion of the secretary of state’s website by clicking here.
Reciprocity
Georgia has contractor license reciprocity with the following states:
- Alabama
- Florida
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
Contact
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217-3858
Phone:
478.207.2440
Toll Free:
844.753.7825
Illinois
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Illinois does not have a state electrical license. Check with the local municipality or county authorities that regulate building trades and issuance of building permits. The only state agency to regulate some electrical topics of interest would be the Illinois fire marshal.
Illinois State Fire Marshall
Reciprocity
Electrical contractor and craft professional licensing reciprocity agreements may exist at the local level between municipalities/counties in Illinois. Contact local authorities in the jurisdiction where work is to be performed.
Contact
Springfield Office
Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal
1035 Adlai Stevenson Drive
Springfield, IL 62704
Phone: 217.785.0969
Fax: 217.782.1062
Chicago Office
Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal
100 W. Randolph St
Suite 4-600
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312.814.2693
Fax: 312.814.3459
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Under the Illinois Plumbing License Law, the Department of Public Health licenses plumbing contractors, plumbers, plumber’s apprentices, irrigation contractors and retired plumbers.
State of Illinois Plumbing License Information and Forms
Reciprocity
Illinois will consider reciprocity based on an existing license from other states or the city of Chicago. Please contact and verify with the Illinois Department of Public Health the details of obtaining licensure via reciprocity.
Contact
Illinois Department of Public Health
Environmental Health Division, Illinois Plumbing Program
525 W. Jefferson St.; 3rd Floor
Springfield, IL 62761
Phone:
217.524.0791
Fax: 217.524.5868
Email:
DPH.Plumbing@illinois.gov
Indiana
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Electrician licensing is at the discretion of the local municipality in Indiana, so there is no state licensing of journeyman electricians.
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
Reciprocity
Indiana does not have reciprocity at the state level.
Contact
Refer to the specific county or municipal authority where work is to be performed.
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone:
317.234.8800
Fax: 317.233.4236
Email:
pla14@pla.in.gov
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Indiana does offer state licensing of Journey and Master plumbers.
Indiana Plumbing Commission
Reciprocity
Indiana does not have reciprocity at the state level.
Contact
Refer to the specific county or municipal authority where work is to be performed.
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone:
317.234.8800
Fax: 317.233.4236
Email:
pla14@pla.in.gov
Iowa
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Iowa has journeyman and master plumber licensing – visit the Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board for more details and information.
Reciprocity
Iowa does not have reciprocal licensing agreements with any other state for plumbers.
Contact
Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board Office
321 E 12th Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50319-0075
Phone: 866.280.1521
Fax: 515.281.6114
Website: Iowa Dept. of Public Health
Kansas
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Kansas does not license journeyman electricians, master electricians or electrical contractors, so check with the county and local municipality for more information on requirements in that area.
Reciprocity
Kansas does have electrical reciprocity agreements with any other states.
Contact
Check with the local county or municipal authority.
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Kansas does not license journeyman plumbers, master plumbers or plumbing contractors, so check with the county and local municipality for more information on requirements in that area.
Reciprocity
Kansas does have plumbing reciprocity agreements with any other states.
Contact
Kansas Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors Association
Kimberly Woolf
Executive Director
Phone:
316.943.7100
Email:
office@phccks.org
Website:
http://www.phccks.org/
Kentucky
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Kentucky licenses contractors, journeyman and master electricians.
Reciprocity
Kentucky has varying reciprocal agreements with the following states:
- Louisiana
- Ohio
- Virginia
- West Virginia
Contact
Electrical Division
101 Sea Hero Road, Suite 100
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone
502.573.2002
Fax 502.573.1598
E-mail:
tina.quire@ky.gov
Website:
http://dhbc.ky.gov/ed/ei/el/Pages/default.aspx
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Kentucky licenses contractors, journeyman and master plumbers.
Reciprocity
Kentucky may issue a license to any person who holds a valid license in another state if 1) that state has a statewide plumbing code, 2) the other state's examination is at least equal to that of Kentucky and 3) the other state agrees to reciprocate with Kentucky.
Contact
Division of Plumbing
101 Sea Hero Rd., Suite 100
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone:
502.573.0397
Fax: 502.573.1058
Email:
plumbing@ky.gov
Website:
http://dhbc.ky.gov/Plb/Pages/default.aspx
Louisiana
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Louisiana offers numerous types of licensing for commercial contractors conducting work in the state.
Louisiana Board of Contractor Licensing – License Types and Information
Reciprocity
Reciprocity agreements between the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors and other state's Licensing Boards allow a contractor to receive credit in Louisiana for approved classifications held with the reciprocal board without taking the Louisiana trade exam. Reciprocity also allows a company to be exempted from the 60-day waiting period for out-of-state contractors. Louisiana offers Contractor's License reciprocity with the following states:
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Alabama
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Arkansas
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Georgia
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Kentucky
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Mississippi
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North Carolina
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Ohio
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South Carolina
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Tennessee
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Texas
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Utah
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Virginia
Louisiana Reciprocity and Examination Endorsement Agreements
Contact
Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors
2525 Quail Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Phone: 800.256.1392
E-mail: info@lslbc.louisiana.gov
Website: LA State Licensing Board for Contractors
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Journeyman License:
To qualify for the Louisiana Journeyman Plumber exam, you must verify at least five years or 8,000 hours of work experience installing, repairing or maintaining plumbing systems. Once you obtain your journeyman plumber license, you may apply to take the master plumber exam.
Master Plumber License:
An applicant must hold a current Louisiana Journeyman Plumber License or a current restricted Louisiana Master Plumber License or a Louisiana Professional Engineers License with five years of experience in plumbing.
State Plumbing Board of Louisiana – Requirements
Reciprocity
Louisiana does not have any reciprocity agreements with other states; however, if you have a valid plumbing license in another state, you can use it to qualify to take the journeyman plumber exam in Louisiana in lieu of the required vouchers. Once you obtain your journeyman plumber license, you may apply to take the master plumber exam
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact
State Plumbing Board of Louisiana
12497 Airline Hwy.
Baton Rouge, LA. 70817
Phone: 225.756.3434
Fax: 225.756.3433
Website: State Plumbing Board of Louisiana
Maine
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Maine licenses apprentices, journeyman and master electricians.
Reciprocity
Maine has Master Electrician reciprocity agreements with the following states:
Maine has journeyman electrician reciprocity agreements with the following states:
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Idaho
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New Hampshire
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North Dakota
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Oregon
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Vermont
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Wyoming
Contact
Electricians' Examining Board
35 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0035
Phone: 207.624.8457
Fax: 207.624.8636
Email: electrician.permits@maine.gov
Website: Maine Electrical Examiner's Board
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Maine licenses journeyman and master plumbers.
Reciprocity
Maine may issue a license to any person who holds a valid license in another state if 1) that state has licensing standards and experience requirements at least equivalent to Maine’s and 2) if that state grants similar privileges to persons licensed in Maine.
Contact
Plumbers' Examining Board
35 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0035
Phone: 207.624.8627
Fax: 207.624.8636
Email: plumbers.board@maine.gov
Website: Maine Plumbers Examining Board
Maryland
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Maryland licenses and regulates plumbers and gasfitters through the State Board of Plumbing. As of October 1, 2000, the Board issues natural gas fitter licenses to qualified individuals who are non-plumbers. Both of these types of licenses are required for work throughout Maryland, except for Baltimore County and the areas served by the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) since these two jurisdictions issue their own licenses and have their own plumbing code. The State Plumbing Board also issues a certificate to qualified individuals, who are non-plumbers, to provide propane gas services throughout the State.
Reciprocity
The State Plumbing Board may issue a reciprocal master or journeyman license to plumbers who are currently licensed in Baltimore County or WSSC. To qualify for reciprocation from WSSC or Baltimore County, you must hold both the plumbing and gas portion of the license.
Maryland has a reciprocity agreement with Delaware. For the master plumbers and gasfitters license only you can apply online or call the State Board of Plumbing for an application.
Individuals who hold a current journeyman or master gasfitter license from Baltimore City, Baltimore County or WSSC may obtain a like State Natural Gas Fitter's license.
Department of Labor – Reciprocal Licensing
Contact
Raquel Meyer
Maryland Board of Plumbing
500 N. Calvert Street, Room 302
Baltimore, Maryland 21202-3651
Phone: 410.230.6379
Email: plumbing@dllr.state.md.us
Website: MD Dept. of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
Massachusetts
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Massachusetts offers a variety of license types for master and journeyman plumbers and gasfitters.
Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gasfitters
Reciprocity
Massachusetts will recognize another state’s license if the applicant meets the following requirements:
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Submit a completed application and the appropriate fee to the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gasfitters with documentation to demonstrate that the out-of-state license has been active for at least three years immediately preceding the date of application and documentation from the issuing jurisdiction that the requirements for obtaining and maintaining the license are substantially equivalent to the requirements in Massachusetts.
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Submit a statement certified by the Keeper of Records of the issuing jurisdiction that the license is current, in good standing and that there is no pending disciplinary action relating to the license.
Contact
Division of Professional Licensure
1000 Washington St, Suite 710
Boston, MA 02118
Phone: 617.727.9932
Fax: 617.727.6095
Email: ann.m.deruosi@state.ma.us
Michigan
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Michigan has licensing for electricians. In order to perform electrical wiring in Michigan, a person must be a licensed electrician or a registered electrical apprentice. Licensing is managed by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs’ Bureau of Construction Codes.
Electrician Licensing Guide
Reciprocity
Michigan does have any reciprocal agreements with any other states for electricians. Electrical licenses are only granted to applicants after passing an electrical examination and payment of the licensing fee.
Contact
Bureau of Construction Codes, Electrical Division
PO Box 30254
Lansing, MI 48909
Phone:
517.241.9320
Email:
bccelec@michigan.gov
Website:
http://www.michigan.gov/lara/
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Michigan licenses journeyman and master plumbers and gasfitters, as well as contractors. Licensing is managed by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs’ Bureau of Construction Codes.
Michigan Plumbing Licensing Information
Reciprocity
A person who is licensed as a journey or master plumber in another state or country may qualify for examination upon determination by the Bureau of Construction Codes that the license was obtained by the person through equivalent requirements as those of Michigan.
Contact
Bureau of Construction Codes, Plumbing Division
PO Box 30254
Lansing, MI 48909
Phone:
517.241.9330
Email:
bccplbg@michigan.gov
Website:
http://www.michigan.gov/lara/
Minnesota
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Minnesota licenses apprentice, journeyman and master electricians, as well as electrical contractors through the Department of Labor and Industry.
Minnesota Electrical Licensing of Persons and Contractors
Reciprocity
Applicants may obtain a Minnesota journeyman electrician license without examination if they obtained their journeyman electrician license by examination in any of the following states:
- Alaska
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Iowa
- Montana
- Nebraska
- North Dakota
- South Dakota
- Wyoming.
Reciprocity Information
Contact
Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry
443 Lafayette Road N.
St. Paul, MN 55155
Phone:
800.342.5354
Website:
http://www.dli.mn.gov/CCLD/ElectricalContact.asp
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Minnesota licenses apprentice, journeyman and master plumbers, as well as plumbing contractors through the Department of Labor and Industry.
Minnesota Licensing of Plumbers and Contractors
Reciprocity
Plumbers licensed in North Dakota or South Dakota who wish to become licensed in Minnesota by reciprocal agreement must contact their state plumbing board to receive a Certificate of State Endorsement.
Plumbing Reciprocity
Contact
Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry, Construction Codes and Licensing Department
443 Lafayette Road N.
St. Paul, MN 55155
800-657-3944
Website:
http://www.dli.mn.gov/Ccld.asp
Mississippi
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Mississippi licenses electrical contractors but does not require licensing of journeyman electricians. Check with the local county or municipal authorities for specific licensing requirements of craft professionals.
License Application Forms
Reciprocity
Mississippi has entered into reciprocal agreements with the following licensing boards:
- Alabama General Contractors Board
- Alabama Board of Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors
- Alabama Electrical Board
- Louisiana Licensing Board for Contractors – Electrical excluded unless exam taken in Louisiana
- North Carolina Electrical Contractors Board
- South Carolina Contractors Licensing Board – Master electrician exams only.
- Tennessee Board for Licensing General Contractors
Click here for more information on Mississippi’s reciprocal agreements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact
Mississippi Board of Contractors
2679 Crane Ridge Dr., Suite C
Jackson, MS 39216
Phone:
800.880.6161
Email:
info@msboc.us
Website:
http://www.msboc.us/
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Mississippi licenses plumbing contractors but does not require licensing of journeyman plumbers. Check with the local county or municipal authorities for specific licensing requirements of craft professionals.
License Application Forms
Reciprocity
Mississippi has entered into reciprocal agreements with the following licensing boards:
- Alabama Board of Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors
- Alabama Electrical Board
- Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board
- Louisiana Licensing Board for Contractors
- North Carolina Electrical Contractors Board
- South Carolina Contractors Licensing Board
- Tennessee Board for Licensing General Contractors
Click here for more information on Mississippi’s reciprocal agreements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact
Mississippi Board of Contractors
2679 Crane Ridge Dr., Suite C
Jackson, MS 39216
Phone:
800.880.6161
Email:
info@msboc.us
Website:
http://www.msboc.us/
Missouri
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
The Office of Statewide Electrical Contractors (office) began accepting applications for licensure as an electrical contractor July 1, 2019.
All Missouri electrical licenses are only valid in Missouri, including the electrical contractor license. The Office of Statewide Electrical Contractors plans to get reciprocity agreements with other states. They will post updates on their website when more information is available
Reciprocity
Missouri does not have any state-wide reciprocal agreements for electricians.
Contact
Office of Statewide Electrical Contractors
3605 Missouri Boulevard
P.O. Box 1335
Jefferson City, MO 65102-1335
Telephone: 573.522.3280
Fax: 573.751.6301
TTY: 800.735.2966
Voice Relay: 800.735.2466
Email: OSEC@pr.mo.gov
Website: http:/pr.mo.gov/electricalcontractors.asp
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Missouri has state statutes pertaining to Plumbers, but licensing is at the discretion of county and local municipal authorities. Check with appropriate jurisdiction authorities.
Reciprocity
Missouri does not have any state-wide reciprocal agreements for plumbers or gasfitters. Local governments may reciprocate with other local licensing authorities or possibly out of state license holders.
Contact
Montana
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Montana offers state licensing of residential, journeyman, master and electrical contractors. For details on each licensing type, please visit
Montana's Electrical Board website.
Reciprocity
Montana reciprocates residential and journeyman licenses with the following states:
- Alaska
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Indiana
- Minnesota
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- North Dakota
- South Dakota
- Texas
- Utah
- Wyoming
Montana does not have master electrician licensing reciprocity. The only way to obtain a master license is via examination.
Contact
Montana State Electrical Board
301 South Park, 4th Floor
P.O. Box 200513
Helena, MT 59620-0513
Fax: 406.841.2305
E-mail:
dlibsdele@mt.gov
Website:
www.electrician.mt.gov
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Montana licenses journeyman and master plumbers. To qualify to sit for the examination for a journeyman license, you must have five years of experience in plumbing or completion of an approved apprenticeship program. To qualify to sit for the examination for a master license, you must have four years of experience as a licensed journeyman plumber with three of those years either working for a master plumber or in a supervisory capacity. Complete licensure requirements can be found by reviewing the Statutes and Rules under the Regulations Tab on the
Montana Board of Plumber’s website.
Reciprocity
Montana reciprocates journeyman licenses with the following states:
- Oregon
- Idaho
- North Dakota
- South Dakota.
Montana does not have master electrician licensing reciprocity. The only way to obtain a master license is via examination.
Contact
Board of Plumbers
301 South Park, 4th Floor
P.O. Box 200513
Helena, MT 59620-0513
Fax: 406.841.2305
E-mail:
dlibsdplu@mt.gov
Website:
www.plumber.mt.gov
Nebraska
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Nebraska licenses journeyman and master electricians. For details, use the link to visit the
Nebraska Electrical Division’s website.
Reciprocity
The Nebraska State Electrical Board has reciprocal licensing agreements for journeyman electricians the following states: (The applicant must have passed a state examination in order for the license to reciprocate to another state.)
- Alaska
- Colorado
- Minnesota*
- New Hampshire
- North Dakota
- South Dakota*
- Washington
- Arkansas
- Indiana
- Montana
- New Mexico
- Oklahoma
- Utah
- Wyoming
* The Nebraska State Electrical Division reciprocates with these states for electrical contractor licenses. All other states are for journeyman licensing ONLY.
Application for Reciprocal License
Contact
State Electrical Division Staff Contacts
521 South 14th Street, Suite 400
PO Box 95066
Lincoln, NE 68508-2707
Phone:
402.471.3550
Fax: 402.471.4297
Website:
http://www.electrical.state.ne.us
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Plumbers are not currently regulated by the state of Nebraska. However, contractors need to register to do business in Nebraska. A contractor is any person who engages in the business of construction and includes subcontractors, general contractors, and any other person arranging for the performance of work on real property.
Reciprocity
Licensing reciprocity is at the discretion of each local municipal or county authority. Local municipalities of Nebraska have adopted the International Plumbing Code established by the International Code Council. Contact the appropriate authorities where work is to be performed.
Contact
Nevada
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Nevada does not license electricians, but electrical contractors need to be licensed by the State Contractors Board. Contact the local authorities where work is to be performed for local licensing requirements.
Reciprocity
Nevada has reciprocity agreements with the following states for trade examinations only:
All other information and application requirements must be completed.
Reciprocity Statement
Contact
Northern Nevada
9670 Gateway Drive, Ste 100
Reno, NV 89521
Phone: 775.688.1141
Fax: 775.688.1271
Website: http://www.nvcontractorsboard.com
Southern Nevada
2310 Corporate Circle, Ste 200
Henderson, NV 89074
Phone: 702.486-1100
Fax: 702.486.1190
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Nevada does not license plumbers or gasfitters, but contractors need to be licensed by the State Contractors Board. Contact the local authorities where work is to be performed for local licensing requirements.
Reciprocity
Nevada has reciprocity agreements with the following states for trade examinations only:
All other information and application requirements must be completed.
Reciprocity Statement
Contact
Northern Nevada
9670 Gateway Drive, Ste 100
Reno, NV 89521
Phone: 775.688.1141
Fax: 775.688.1271
Website: http://www.nvcontractorsboard.com
Southern Nevada
2310 Corporate Circle, Ste 200
Henderson, NV 89074
Phone: 702.486.1100
Fax: 702.486.1190
New Hampshire
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
New Hampshire licenses master, journeyman and apprentice plumbers, as well as gas trainees and fitters.
Gasfitter and Plumber Licensing
Reciprocity
New Hampshire does not offer plumbing reciprocity with other states.
Contact
State Building Code Review Board
Department of Safety
33 Hazen Drive
Concord, NH 03305
Email: mechanicalinfo@dos.nh.gov
New Jersey
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
New Jersey licenses and regulates contractors and craft professionals in the electrical trades.
Reciprocity
New Jersey does not have reciprocity agreements with any other state.
Contact
Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors
P.O. Box 45006
Newark, NJ 07101
Phone:
973.504.6410
Website:
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/elec/Pages/default.aspx
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
New Jersey licenses medical gas installers and master plumbers. Journeyman and apprentices are registered through the Board of Examiners.
Reciprocity
New Jersey does not have reciprocity agreements with any other state.
Contact
State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers
P.O. Box 450008
Newark, New Jersey 07101
Phone:
973.504.6420
Email:
askconsumeraffairs@dca.lps.state.nj.us
Website:
http://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/plu
New Mexico
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
New Mexico licenses contractors and journeyman electricians for performing any electrical work in the state.
Apply For a License or Permit
PSI Licensing Exam Portal
Reciprocity
New Mexico has reciprocal licensing agreements, for a journeyman certificate/license only, with the following states: Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming.
Contact
Construction Industries Division
Regulation and Licensing Department
2550 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone:
505.476.4700
Email:
rldcid@state.nm.us
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
New Mexico licenses contractors and journeyman plumbers for performing any plumbing work in the state.
Mechanical & Plumbing Overview
PSI Licensing Exam Portal
Reciprocity
New Mexico does not have plumbing/gasfitting licensing reciprocity agreements with other states.
Contact
Construction Industries Division
Regulation and Licensing Department
2550 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone:
505.476.4700
Email:
rldcid@state.nm.us
New York
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
New York State does not license journeyman electricians. For New York electrician licensing information, visit NYC Board of Building
There is a limited master electrician waiver of local jurisdiction for individuals licensed prior to 1993. For more information, visit Licensure Waiver
Reciprocity
New York does not have state reciprocity. Check with local authorities where work is to be performed for reciprocity agreements or exam waivers.
Contact
NY Department of State
Division of Licensing Services
P.O. Box 22001
Albany, NY 12201-2001
Phone: 518.474.4429, Licensing Information: 212.417.5747
Fax: 518.473.6648
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
New York plumbing license requirements are set locally and not by the state. To get your plumbing license in New York, contact the town, city and/or county where you would like to work as a plumber to find out the requirements. New York Plumbing License
Reciprocity
New York does not have state reciprocity. Check with local authorities where work is to be performed for reciprocity agreements or exam waivers.
Contact
NY Department of State
Division of Licensing Services
P.O. Box 22001
Albany, NY 12201-2001
Phone: 518.474.4429, Licensing Information: 212.417.5747
Fax: 518.473.6648
North Carolina
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
North Carolina only licenses electrical contractors and offers 10 categories of licensing. North Carolina does not require the licensing of journeyman electricians.
North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors – Reciprocity
Reciprocity
North Carolina has reciprocity agreements with the following states:
- Alabama
- Florida
- Georgia
- Louisiana
- Mississippi
- Ohio
- South Carolina
- Texas
- Virginia
- West Virginia
Contact
NC State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors
PO Box 18727
Raleigh, NC 27619-8727
Phone:
919.733.9042, Licensing Department:
919.715.7604
Fax: 800.691.8399
Website:
http://www.ncbeec.org/
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
North Carolina only licenses plumbing contractors. North Carolina does not require the licensing of journeyman plumbers.
Reciprocity
North Carolina does not offer reciprocity for plumbing contractor licenses.
Contact
State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors
1109 Dresser Court
Raleigh, NC 27609
Phone:
919.875.3612
Fax: 919.875.3616
Email:
information@nclicensing.org
Website:
http://www.nclicensing.org/
North Dakota
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
North Dakota licenses and regulates all electrical contractors and electrical craft professionals.
Reciprocity
North Dakota is part of a Multi-State Reciprocal Licensing Group. The reciprocal licensing agreement applies to master and journeyman electricians as follows:
Master/Journey License:
Journeyman License:
- Alaska
- Colorado
- Idaho
- Maine
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- Utah
- Wyoming
Contact
1929 N. Washington Street, Suite A-1
Bismarck, ND 58507-7335
Phone:
701.328.9522
Fax: 701.328.9524
Website:
https://www.ndseb.com/
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Any person performing plumbing in North Dakota must be licensed with the North Dakota State Plumbing Board, including apprentices, journeyman and master plumbers.
Reciprocity
North Dakota has reciprocity agreements with the following states:
- Minnesota
- Montana
- South Dakota.
Additional reciprocity may exist depending on individual state requirements.
North Dakota State Plumbing Board – Frequently Asked Questions
Contact
North Dakota State Plumbing Board
1110 College Drive Suite 210
Bismarck, ND 58501
Phone:
701.328.9977
Fax: 701.328.9979
Website:
http://ndplumbingboard.com/
Ohio
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Ohio does not license journeyman electricians, but it does require a mandatory state electrical license for contractors in commercial work. The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board administers a test for electrical contractors. Some local jurisdictions may offer a journeyman license or registration. No localities may subsequently require any restriction other than registration from practicing electrical contracting in that locality.
Ohio Electrical Licensing Qualification Process
Reciprocity
Ohio has varying degrees of reciprocal agreements with the following states:
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- West Virginia
Contact
Ohio Department of Commerce
Division of Industrial Compliance and Labor
Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB)
6606 Tussing Road
P.O. Box 4009
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068-9009
Phone:
614.644.3493
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Ohio does not license journeyman plumbers, but it does require a mandatory state plumbing license for contractors in commercial work. The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board administers a test for plumbing contractors. Some local jurisdictions may offer a journeyman license or registration. No localities may subsequently require any restriction other than registration from practicing plumbing contracting in that locality.
Ohio Plumbing Contractor Licensing Qualification Process
Reciprocity
Ohio has varying degrees of reciprocal agreements with the following states:
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- North Carolina
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- West Virginia
Contact
Ohio Department of Commerce
Division of Industrial Compliance and Labor
Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board
6606 Tussing Road
P.O. Box 4009
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068-9009
Phone:
614.644.3493
Oklahoma
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Oklahoma does require the licensing of journeyman and plumbing contractors.
Oklahoma Plumbing Information and Forms
Reciprocity
Oklahoma has reciprocal agreements with states to varying degrees. For more information, please contact the Construction Industries Board.
Contact
Construction Industries Board
2401 NW 23rd St, Suite 2F
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
Phone: 405.521.6550
Toll Free: 877.484.4424
Fax: 405.521.6525
Oregon
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Oregon offers a variety of Journeyman license categories depending on the nature and scope of work being performed. Visit the state website for details on all licensing requirements: Journeyman Electrician License Reciprocity.
Reciprocity
Oregon has electrical licensing reciprocity agreements with the following states:
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Arkansas
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Idaho
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Maine
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Montana
-
Utah
-
West Virginia
Oregon Electrical Licensing Directory
Contact
BCD-Electrical
PO BOX 14470
DCBS - Building Codes Division
Salem, OR 97309
Phone: 503.373.1268
Email: License.BCD@state.or.us
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
In Oregon, a journeyman plumber may perform all plumbing installations, alterations or remodels. A journeyman plumber has completed an approved apprenticeship training program or equivalent training/experience and has passed the State Plumbing Board plumbing license examination.
Oregon Journeyman Plumber License
Reciprocity
Oregon has plumbing/gasfitter reciprocity agreements with the following states:
Contact
Journeyman Plumbing License Reciprocity
BCD-Plumbing
PO BOX 14470
DCBS - Building Codes Division
Salem, OR 97309
Phone: 503.373.1268
Email: License.BCD@state.or.us
Pennsylvania
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Pennsylvania does not have state-wide licensing requirements for electrical craft professionals or contractors. Licensing requirements are a function of local county or municipal government.
Some of Pennsylvania’s municipalities have established local licensure or certification requirements for contractors or construction trades people. Typically, these requirements pertain to home improvement contractors, electrical contractors and plumbing contractors. Since Pennsylvania has no jurisdiction in this matter, the Department maintains no records concerning municipalities that have established licensure or certification requirements. This information can only be obtained by contacting the municipality where construction work will occur.
State of Pennsylvania Website
Reciprocity
Contact
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Pennsylvania does not presently regulate or license plumbing contractors, journeyman or apprentices.
In 2015, an effort is underway to introduce a bill in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to regulate the plumbing trades through the Department of Labor and Industry. The proposed legislation will allow the existing plumbing licensing programs in Allegheny and Philadelphia Counties to continue.
Reciprocity
Contact
Rhode Island
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Rhode Island requires the licensing of contractors and craft professionals who perform any type of electrical work in the state. Rhode Island hosts a number of electrical license types including contractor, journeyman and sign electrician. For details on test type, dates/times, application form, etc. please visit the Rhode Island Department of Labor website.
Reciprocity
Rhode Island does not offer direct reciprocity for out-of-state electrical licenses.
For a full listing of all state license types and associated reciprocity, please visit this webpage: Rhode Island Licensed Occupations.
Contact
Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
Professional Regulations
Center General Complex
1511 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920
Phone: 401.462.8580
Fax 401.462.8528
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Rhode Island requires the licensing of contractors and craft professionals who perform any type of plumbing or irrigation work in the state.
Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training - Plumber
Reciprocity
Rhode Island does not offer direct reciprocity for out of state plumbing licenses.
For a full listing of all state license types and associated reciprocity, please visit this webpage:
Rhode Island Licensed Occupations.
Contact
Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training
Professional Regulations
Center General Complex
1511 Pontiac Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920
Phone:
401.462.8580
Fax 401.462.8528
South Carolina
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
South Carolina regulates the licensing of electrical contractors, but there is no state-required licensing of journeyman electricians. Craft licensing is at the discretion of local units of municipal or county government. The Municipal Association of South Carolina (a non-government entity) offers information on local licensing and trade exams.
Municipal Association of South Carolina - Trades Certification
Reciprocity
South Carolina offers reciprocity for contractor licenses only and with certain states and local governments, including the following:
- Alabama
- Georgia
- Louisiana
- Mississippi
- North Carolina
- Reading, Pennsylvania (city only)
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
Contact local authorities where work is to be performed for reciprocity details, if any.
South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board - License by Waiver
Contact
South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
P.O. Box 11329
Columbia, S.C. 29211
Phone:
803.896.4300
Website:
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
South Carolina regulates the licensing of plumbing contractors, but there is no state-required licensing of journeyman plumbers. Craft licensing is at the discretion of local units of municipal or county government. The Municipal Association of South Carolina (a non-government entity) offers information on local licensing and trade exams.
Municipal Association of South Carolina - Trades Certification
Reciprocity
South Carolina offers reciprocity for contractor licenses only and with certain states and local governments, including the following:
- Alabama
- Georgia
- Louisiana
- Mississippi
- North Carolina
- Reading, Pennsylvania (city only)
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
Contact local authorities where work is to be performed for reciprocity details, if any.
South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board - License by Waiver
Contact
State Contractor Licensing Only:
South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
P.O. Box 11329
Columbia, S.C. 29211
Phone:
803.896.4300
Website:
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/
South Dakota
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
The South Dakota Electrical Commission regulates and authorizes a variety of electrical license types.
License Webpage and Forms
Reciprocity
South Dakota has reciprocity agreements with the following states:
- Journeyman Only:
- Alaska
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Idaho
- Montana
- New Hampshire
- New Mexico
- Oklahoma
- Texas
- Utah
- Journeyman and Electrical Contractor:
- Iowa
- Minnesota
- Nebraska
- North Dakota
- Wyoming
South Dakota Electrical Commission Reciprocal Agreements
Contact
South Dakota Electrical Commission
Department of Labor & Regulation
308 S. Pierre Street
Pierre, SD 57501
Phone: 800.233.7765 or 605.773.3573
Fax: 605.773.6213
Executive Director: John J. Linn Jr.
Website: South Dakota Electrical Board
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
South Dakota regulates and licenses plumbing contractors, journeyman and apprentices.
Plumbing License Requirements
Reciprocity
You may be registered as a plumber in South Dakota without taking an examination if:
Contact the Commission at 605.773.3429 for more information.
Contact
South Dakota Plumbing Commission
308 S. Pierre Street
c/o 1320 E. Sioux Avenue
Pierre, SD 57501
Phone: 605.773.3429
Fax: 605.773.5405
Secretary: Nina Ripley email
Website:SD Plumbing Commission
Tennessee
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Tennessee has Limited Licensed Electricians and contractor licensing. For more information, visit the
Department of Commerce and Insurance’s website.
Reciprocity
Tennessee has reciprocal agreements for trade examination waiver only with the following states:
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Georgia
- Louisiana
- Mississippi
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- South Carolina
Electricians cannot operate in Tennessee with another state's license. Tennessee also accepts the NASCLA National Commercial exam. Contractors with licenses from the above states must still take the Tennessee Business and Law exam and complete all application requirements prior to being licensed in Tennessee.
Contact
500 James Robertson Pkwy
Nashville, TN 37243-0565
Phone:
615.741.2241
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Tennessee has Limited License Plumbers and contractor licensing. For more information, visit the
Department of Commerce and Insurance’s website.
Reciprocity
Tennessee has reciprocal agreements for trade examination waiver only with the following states:
- Arkansas
- Georgia (commercial)
- Louisiana
- Mississippi
- North Carolina (residential and commercial only)
- Ohio (electrical and mechanical)
- South Carolina
Plumbers cannot operate in Tennessee with another state's license. The other state's trade exam scores are accepted if the plumber is currently licensed as a contractor by a contractor's board.
Contact
500 James Robertson Pkwy
Nashville, TN 37243-0565
Phone:
615.741.2241
Texas
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Texas regulates and licenses both electrical contractors and electrical craft professionals at the journeyman and master electrician level. While local municipalities and counties may require a license and/or fee to perform work, they cannot require an examination in addition to the state electrician examination.
The state of Texas recently amended the Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act to provide for the licensing of journeyman industrial electricians. A completed NCCER Industrial Electrician Written Assessment is now accepted by Texas and provides a Journeyman Industrial Electrician License.
Electrician Licensing Information
Reciprocity
Texas offers reciprocity for master electricians with Louisiana (state contractor’s license) and North Carolina (master electrician or unlimited electrical contractor).
Reciprocity exists for journeyman electricians with the following states:
- Arkansas
- Idaho
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Mexico
- Oklahoma
- South Dakota
- Wyoming
Reciprocity Information
Electrical Safety and Licensing - FAQ's
Contact
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
P.O. Box 12157
Phone:
800.803.9202
Fax: 512.463.9468
Email:
CS.Electricians@tdlr.texas.gov
Website:
http://www.tdlr.texas.gov/
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Texas regulates and licenses plumbers and gasfitters.
Texas Board of Plumbing Examiners – Applications and Forms
Reciprocity
The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners considers reciprocity on an individual basis. If licensed in another state, the applicant must submit a letter on official letterhead from that state’s licensing authority stating that the individual has a valid journeyman or master plumber license. The letter must also include the length of time the license has been held, whether or not the license is renewable and whether or not the person has any complaints or disciplinary actions against them in that jurisdiction.
Contact
Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
P.O. Box 4200
Austin, Texas 78765-4200
Phone:
512.936.5200
Fax: 512.450.0637
Website:
http://www.tsbpe.state.tx.us
Vermont
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Vermont licenses master, journeyman and two classifications of specialty plumbing licensure.
Vermont Division of Fire Safety - Licensed Plumbers
Reciprocity
Vermont will recognize a master, journeyman or specialist plumber’s license issued in another state or municipality as long as the issuer maintains standards at least equivalent to those of Vermont.
Contact
1311 U.S. Route 302 - Suite 600
Barre, VT 05641
Phone: 802.479.7561 or 800.640.2106
Fax: 802.479.7562
Staff Contact Information
Virginia
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
The Virginia Board for Contractors regulates individual craft professionals who engage in electrical work. The term "certified" is used, but state certification of electricians is mandatory.
Reciprocity
Virginia has various degrees of reciprocity with the following states:
- Alabama – Reciprocal agreement for contractor licenses and master electrician examinations.
- Kentucky – Reciprocal agreement for journey and master electrician licenses.
- Louisiana – Reciprocal agreement for journeyman and master electricians.
- North Carolina – Reciprocal agreement for various levels of electricians, including master and journeyman electricians, as well as contractor business licenses.
- West Virginia – Reciprocal agreement for master electrician license examinations.
Virginia Board of Contractors - Reciprocity Information
Contact
Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
9960 Mayland Drive, Fourth Floor
Richmond, VA 23233-1485
Email:
tradesmen@dpor.virginia.gov
Website:
http://www.dpor.virginia.gov/ProfessionsAndOccupations/
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
The Virginia Board for Contractors regulates individual craft professionals who engage in plumbing work. The term "certified" is used, but state certification of plumbers is mandatory.
Reciprocity
Virginia has a reciprocal agreement with the Washington Suburban Sanity Commission for the examination of journeyman and master plumbers and gasfitters.
Contact
Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
9960 Mayland Drive, Fourth Floor
Richmond, VA 23233-1485
Email:
tradesmen@dpor.virginia.gov
Website:
http://www.dpor.virginia.gov/ProfessionsAndOccupations/
Washington
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Washington requires certification of all electrical workers. To hire electrical workers, all electrical or telecommunications contractors must have a proper license.
Washington Department of Labor and Industries - Electrical Licensing
Reciprocity
Washington does not have any reciprocal agreements with other states. In 2009, the Washington Electrical Board withdrew from all reciprocity agreements.
Contact
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
P.O. Box 44000
Olympia, WA 98504-4000
Phone: 360.902.5269
Fax: 360.902.5595
Email: ElectricalProgram@lni.wa.gov
West Virginia
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
West Virginia regulates the licensure of electricians through the Office of the State Fire Marshall.
Electrical Licensing - West Virginia Fire Commission
Reciprocity
West Virginia has varying reciprocity arrangements with the following states:
- Kentucky
- Maryland
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Virginia
Reciprocity Information
Contact
State Fire Marshall
1207 Quarrier St., (2nd Floor)
Charleston, WV 25301
Phone:
304.558.2191
Wisconsin
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Wisconsin regulates a variety of electrical licensing categories for anyone wishing to perform electrical contracting and electrical work. Visit the state website for all conditions and categories of licensure by clicking here.
Reciprocity
Wisconsin does not have electrical licensing reciprocity agreements with any other state.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
PO Box 8935
Madison, WI 53708-8935
Phone: 608.266.2112
Email: dsps@wisconsin.gov
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Wisconsin regulates a variety of plumbing licensing categories for anyone wishing to perform plumbing contracting and plumbing work. Visit the state website for all conditions and categories of licensure by clicking here.
Reciprocity
Wisconsin does not have plumbing/gasfitting licensing reciprocity agreements with any other state.
Contact
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
PO Box 8935
Madison, WI 53708-8935
Phone: 608.266.2112
Email: dsps@wisconsin.gov
Wyoming
State Electrical Licensing Requirements
Wyoming licenses various types of electricians, including: journeyman, master and apprentice electricians.
Electrical License and Exam Information
Reciprocity
Wyoming has reciprocity agreements for journeyman electricians with the following states:
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Alaska
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Arkansas
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Colorado
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Idaho
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Maine
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Minnesota
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Montana
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Nebraska
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New Hampshire
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New Mexico
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North Dakota
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Oklahoma
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Oregon
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South Dakota
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Texas
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Utah
Wyoming reciprocates master electrician licensing in the following states:
Reciprocal Information and Application
Contact
Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety
320 West 25th St. 3rd Floor
Cheyenne, WY 82002
Phone: 307.777.7288
Fax: 307.777.7119
Email: Individual Email Information
State Plumbing/Gasfitters Requirements
Wyoming does not currently license plumbers. The authority to license plumbers is deferred to local government authorities. Please check with the county or municipality where work is to be performed.
Reciprocity
Check with local governmental authority.
Contact
Check with local governmental authority.
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