ClearLicensed renewal checklist

Alaska contractor license renewal checklist

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Informational: verify with the issuing board. Fees are approximate and rules change. One block per license type: tick each line as you go.

HVAC

Mechanical Administrator - HVAC categories (heating/cooling/process piping; unlimited HVAC/sheet metal; unlimited refrigeration; temperature control; residential HVAC) (MA-HVAC)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Expires December 31 of odd-numbered years regardless of issue date (licenses issued within 90 days of expiry run to the next biennial date). Current term 1/1/2026-12/31/2027; next deadline 12/31/2027. Renewal notice mailed at least 30 days before expiry.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: 8 hours
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee is set in 12 AAC 02.245. The license lapses after December 31 of the odd year and work must stop until it is renewed.
Grace period: None. Form states license lapses after Dec 31 and 'There is no grace period - it is illegal to work if your license has lapsed.' No inactive status.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 8 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $200, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Mechanical Contractor Registration (HVAC/sheet metal/refrigeration/plumbing/pipefitting) (MECH)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Expires 9/30 of even-numbered years regardless of issue date (since 10/1/2023 schedule change). Current cycle: 10/1/2026 - 9/30/2028; the prior term ended 9/30/2026. Next deadline 9/30/2028.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $250. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee or grace-period penalty is stated in 12 AAC 02.180 or on the 2026 renewal forms; the registration simply lapses.
Grace period: None. Renewal form states 'There is no grace period - it is illegal to work if your registration has lapsed.' Renewal forms take 4-6 weeks to process; online renewal via MY LICENSE.
Insurance: Commercial general liability required (AS 08.18.101; Bond & Insurance Quick Facts): property damage $20,000; injury/death to one person $50,000; injury/death to more than one person $100,000. Workers' compensation certificate from an Alaska-authorized carrier required if the business has employees (or, for corporations/LLCs, if any member owns 9% or less). Bond/insurance documents must be dated within 30 days of receipt and match the license name/DBA exactly.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $250, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Electrical

Electrical Administrator License (categories: unlimited commercial wiring, residential wiring, inside/outside communications, controls, unlimited linework) (EA)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Dec 31 of odd years
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: 8 hours
Renewal fee: About $170. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee is set in 12 AAC 02.210. On reinstatement of a lapsed license, unpaid renewal fees plus any penalty fee under AS 08.01.100(b) must be paid (AS 08.40.135(b)).
Grace period: None. Form states license lapses after Dec 31 with no grace period; illegal to work when lapsed.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 8 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $170, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Journeyman Electrician / Residential Wireman Certificate of Fitness (individual; Dept. of Labor) (COF-ELEC)

State license · Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development - Mechanical Inspection Section (Certificates of Fitness)

Deadline: Journeyman-level certificate valid two years from issue (AS 18.62 / 8 AAC 90); expires on anniversary of issue. May renew starting 90 days before expiration.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: 16 hours
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $50 application fee applies if applying more than 90 days after expiration (waived within 90 days of expiration).
Grace period: The $50 application fee is waived for renewals within 90 days after expiration. The form does not describe any period in which work may continue on an expired certificate.
Official link: https://labor.alaska.gov/lss/forms/cof/COF_Application_RENEWAL.pdf
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $200, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Specialty Contractor Registration - Electrical (also General/Mechanical contractor with electrical work) (SPEC-ELEC)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Expires 9/30 of even-numbered years regardless of issue date (since 10/1/2023 schedule change). Current cycle: 10/1/2026 - 9/30/2028; the prior term ended 9/30/2026. Next deadline 9/30/2028.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $250. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee or grace-period penalty is stated in 12 AAC 02.180 or on the 2026 renewal forms; the registration simply lapses.
Grace period: None. Renewal form states 'There is no grace period - it is illegal to work if your registration has lapsed.' Renewal forms take 4-6 weeks to process; online renewal via MY LICENSE.
Insurance: Commercial general liability required (AS 08.18.101; Bond & Insurance Quick Facts): property damage $20,000; injury/death to one person $50,000; injury/death to more than one person $100,000. Workers' compensation certificate from an Alaska-authorized carrier required if the business has employees (or, for corporations/LLCs, if any member owns 9% or less). Bond/insurance documents must be dated within 30 days of receipt and match the license name/DBA exactly.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $250, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Plumbing

Journeyman Plumber / Gas Plumber / Utility Plumber Certificate of Fitness (individual; Dept. of Labor) (COF-PLB)

State license · Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development - Mechanical Inspection Section (Certificates of Fitness)

Deadline: Journeyman-level certificate valid two years from issue; expires on anniversary of issue. May renew from 90 days before expiration.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: 16 hours
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $50 application fee applies if applying more than 90 days after expiration (waived within 90 days).
Grace period: The $50 application fee is waived for renewals within 90 days after expiration. The form does not describe any period in which work may continue on an expired certificate.
Official link: https://labor.alaska.gov/lss/forms/cof/COF_Application_RENEWAL.pdf
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $200, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Mechanical Administrator - Plumbing categories (unlimited commercial & industrial plumbing; residential plumbing and hydronic heating) (MA-PLB)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Dec 31 of odd years
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: 8 hours
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee is set in 12 AAC 02.245. The license lapses after December 31 of the odd year and work must stop until it is renewed.
Grace period: None; illegal to work after lapse. No inactive status.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 8 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $200, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Mechanical Contractor Registration (plumbing/pipefitting) (MECH)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Expires 9/30 of even-numbered years regardless of issue date (since 10/1/2023 schedule change). Current cycle: 10/1/2026 - 9/30/2028; the prior term ended 9/30/2026. Next deadline 9/30/2028.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $250. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee or grace-period penalty is stated in 12 AAC 02.180 or on the 2026 renewal forms; the registration simply lapses.
Grace period: None. Renewal form states 'There is no grace period - it is illegal to work if your registration has lapsed.' Renewal forms take 4-6 weeks to process; online renewal via MY LICENSE.
Insurance: Commercial general liability required (AS 08.18.101; Bond & Insurance Quick Facts): property damage $20,000; injury/death to one person $50,000; injury/death to more than one person $100,000. Workers' compensation certificate from an Alaska-authorized carrier required if the business has employees (or, for corporations/LLCs, if any member owns 9% or less). Bond/insurance documents must be dated within 30 days of receipt and match the license name/DBA exactly.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $250, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Roofing

Specialty Contractor Registration - Roofing Contractor (12 AAC 21.460) (SPEC-ROOF)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Expires 9/30 of even-numbered years regardless of issue date (since 10/1/2023 schedule change). Current cycle: 10/1/2026 - 9/30/2028; the prior term ended 9/30/2026. Next deadline 9/30/2028.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $250. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee or grace-period penalty is stated in 12 AAC 02.180 or on the 2026 renewal forms; the registration simply lapses.
Grace period: None. Renewal form states 'There is no grace period - it is illegal to work if your registration has lapsed.' Renewal forms take 4-6 weeks to process; online renewal via MY LICENSE.
Insurance: Commercial general liability required (AS 08.18.101; Bond & Insurance Quick Facts): property damage $20,000; injury/death to one person $50,000; injury/death to more than one person $100,000. Workers' compensation certificate from an Alaska-authorized carrier required if the business has employees (or, for corporations/LLCs, if any member owns 9% or less). Bond/insurance documents must be dated within 30 days of receipt and match the license name/DBA exactly.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $250, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Pest control

Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification (DEC; structural/other categories) (CPA)

State license · Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation - Pesticide Control Program

Deadline: Initial certification valid 1, 2 or 3 years depending on exam scores; recertification by CEUs is valid 3 years from issue date. All CEUs must be completed before the current certification expires.
Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
CE hours: 12 hours
Renewal fee: About $25. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: None stated. about $25 fee paid only after DEC sends an invoice.
Grace period: None stated; coursework must be finished before expiry.
Insurance: Liability insurance of at least $500,000 per person for bodily injury and $300,000 per incident for property damage, held by the applicator or the employer (18 AAC 90.620). Coverage must be reported to DEC each year and within 30 days of any change. Government and school employees and designated private applicators are exempt.
Official link: https://dec.alaska.gov/eh/pest/certified-applicators/recertification/
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 12 hours of continuing education
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $25, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

General contractor

General Contractor Registration (without residential endorsement) (GC)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Expires 9/30 of even-numbered years regardless of issue date (since 10/1/2023 schedule change). Current cycle: 10/1/2026 - 9/30/2028; the prior term ended 9/30/2026. Next deadline 9/30/2028.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $250. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee or grace-period penalty is stated in 12 AAC 02.180 or on the 2026 renewal forms; the registration simply lapses.
Grace period: None. Renewal form states 'There is no grace period - it is illegal to work if your registration has lapsed.' Renewal forms take 4-6 weeks to process; online renewal via MY LICENSE.
Insurance: Commercial general liability required (AS 08.18.101; Bond & Insurance Quick Facts): property damage $20,000; injury/death to one person $50,000; injury/death to more than one person $100,000. Workers' compensation certificate from an Alaska-authorized carrier required if the business has employees (or, for corporations/LLCs, if any member owns 9% or less). Bond/insurance documents must be dated within 30 days of receipt and match the license name/DBA exactly.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $25,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $250, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

General Contractor with Residential Contractor Endorsement (GC-RES)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Expires 9/30 of even-numbered years regardless of issue date (since 10/1/2023 schedule change). Current cycle: 10/1/2026 - 9/30/2028; the prior term ended 9/30/2026. Next deadline 9/30/2028.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: 16 hours
Renewal fee: About $500. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee or grace-period penalty is stated in 12 AAC 02.180 or on the 2026 renewal forms; the registration simply lapses.
Grace period: None. Renewal form states 'There is no grace period - it is illegal to work if your registration has lapsed.' Renewal forms take 4-6 weeks to process; online renewal via MY LICENSE.
Insurance: Commercial general liability required (AS 08.18.101; Bond & Insurance Quick Facts): property damage $20,000; injury/death to one person $50,000; injury/death to more than one person $100,000. Workers' compensation certificate from an Alaska-authorized carrier required if the business has employees (or, for corporations/LLCs, if any member owns 9% or less). Bond/insurance documents must be dated within 30 days of receipt and match the license name/DBA exactly.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
Bond in force for $20,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $500, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Handyman Contractor Registration (General Contractor - Handyman) (HANDY)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Expires 9/30 of even-numbered years regardless of issue date (since 10/1/2023 schedule change). Current cycle: 10/1/2026 - 9/30/2028; the prior term ended 9/30/2026. Next deadline 9/30/2028.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $250. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee or grace-period penalty is stated in 12 AAC 02.180 or on the 2026 renewal forms; the registration simply lapses.
Grace period: None. Renewal form states 'There is no grace period - it is illegal to work if your registration has lapsed.' Renewal forms take 4-6 weeks to process; online renewal via MY LICENSE.
Insurance: Commercial general liability required (AS 08.18.101; Bond & Insurance Quick Facts): property damage $20,000; injury/death to one person $50,000; injury/death to more than one person $100,000. Workers' compensation certificate from an Alaska-authorized carrier required if the business has employees (or, for corporations/LLCs, if any member owns 9% or less). Bond/insurance documents must be dated within 30 days of receipt and match the license name/DBA exactly.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $5,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $250, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Specialty Contractor Registration (limited trades, up to 3) (SPEC)

State license · Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (CBPL) - Construction Contractors, Mechanical Administrators, Electrical Administrators

Deadline: Expires 9/30 of even-numbered years regardless of issue date (since 10/1/2023 schedule change). Current cycle: 10/1/2026 - 9/30/2028; the prior term ended 9/30/2026. Next deadline 9/30/2028.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $250. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: No late fee or grace-period penalty is stated in 12 AAC 02.180 or on the 2026 renewal forms; the registration simply lapses.
Grace period: None. Renewal form states 'There is no grace period - it is illegal to work if your registration has lapsed.' Renewal forms take 4-6 weeks to process; online renewal via MY LICENSE.
Insurance: Commercial general liability required (AS 08.18.101; Bond & Insurance Quick Facts): property damage $20,000; injury/death to one person $50,000; injury/death to more than one person $100,000. Workers' compensation certificate from an Alaska-authorized carrier required if the business has employees (or, for corporations/LLCs, if any member owns 9% or less). Bond/insurance documents must be dated within 30 days of receipt and match the license name/DBA exactly.
Official link: https://professionallicense.alaska.gov/MYLICENSE
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $250, fees change)

After filing

Renewal submitted
Confirmation number or receipt saved
New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline