Alabama contractor license renewal rules

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Electrical1 license type

Electrical Contractor

EC · State license · Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors

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Renew on the official site 334-679-1020

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 14 hours
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14 hours every two years (Rules 303-X-3-.04(5) and 303-X-4-.02). Not required in the first year of certification. Hours are awarded in 2-hour increments up to 14; one hour is at least 50 minutes; up to 7 hours roll over. Proof must be submitted before the quarter in which the license expires. 2027 is a CE year: the Board states electrical contractors must obtain 14 hours before their renewal in 2027 (for 2028). Providers must report CE through the CE Provider Portal; the Board no longer accepts completion certificates from contractors for hours taken after May 1, 2026. The rule applies to electrical and provisional electrical contractors; the rule text does not set a code-topic split.
Deadline rule: Annual; each license renews before the last day of the quarter in which it was issued (Mar 31, Jun 30, Sep 30 or Dec 31 per license) (Rule 303-X-3-.04(1)); expires 11:59 PM on its expiration date.

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Grace period: None. Expired immediately at 11:59 PM on expiration date.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
No separate late fee: a license not renewed by expiration is immediately expired (Rule 303-X-3-.08). Restoration Renewal Fee about $50 per year (in addition to accrued renewal fees and reinstatement fee) per fee schedule effective Jan 17, 2026.
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May be reinstated within 5 years of expiration upon application, reinstatement fee, all accrued renewal fees (about $150 each year) and CE (as much as 35 hours). After 5 calendar years (1825 days) must pass the written prelicensure exam as a new applicant (Rule 303-X-3-.08).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Fees (Rule 303-X-3-.10, effective Jan 17, 2026): renewal $150; inactive contractor certificate $75; provisional license renewal $75; restoration renewal $50 per year. Chapter repealed and replaced effective Feb 14, 2026. Phone 334-679-1020; address 100 N. Union St, Suite 132, Montgomery AL 36104. Credit card processing fees may be passed on to the payer.

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General contractor4 license types

Prime General Contractor (commercial; bid-limit license)

Prime · State license · Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors

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Renew on the official site 334-272-5030

We did not find online renewal for this license, so the link may open the board site.

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Annual; license expires and becomes invalid on the last day of the licensee's assigned renewal month. Renewal packet is due 30 days before expiration (Rule 230-X-1-.01); packets received more than 45 days before expiration may be returned. Renewal month is set by the first letter of the company name: A=Dec, B=Nov, C=Oct, D/E/F=Sep, G/H=Aug, I/J/K/L=Mar, M/N=Apr, O/P/Q/R=May, S=Jun, T-Z=Jul (Board renewal page; Rules 230-X-1-.38 and .39).

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Grace period: If the renewal form and fee are received at least 30 days before expiration but financial information is not ready, the license is extended 90 days to file it (Rule 230-X-1-.01(3)). A written extension request on company letterhead must be sent before the license expires. Otherwise there is no grace period after the end of the renewal month, but late renewals are accepted up to one year after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $200
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A $50 late penalty applies if required financial information is not submitted within the 90-day extension period (Rules 230-X-1-.01(3) and .19). The Board form states that renewal information submitted 90 days after expiration is assessed a late penalty. Renewals can be filed up to one year after expiration with the renewal fee and late fee (Rule 230-X-1-.01(4)).
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After more than one year without a current license a new application is required (Rule 230-X-1-.01(4)); the Prime renewal form adds that the trade exam(s) and the business and law exam may also be required.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Proof of current liability insurance listing the Board as certificate holder (Alabama License Board for General Contractors, 445 Dexter Ave, Suite 3060, Montgomery AL 36104) is required at renewal; the minimum coverage amount is not stated on the renewal form. A current financial statement (audited, reviewed or compiled under US GAAP by a CPA or approved public accountant, no more than one year old; ALDOT booklet accepted) sets the bid limit. Minimum net worth and working capital is $10,000 or the renewal is rejected; a license bond may be used if financials do not meet the minimum.

Notes

Renewal forms are available online only from the Board website and are not mailed to licensees. Submit the completed, notarized packet by mail with a $200 money order or cashier's check payable to the Board; personal and company checks are returned (Rule 230-X-1-.41). No online renewal option is listed on the Board site. A Prime license can be kept inactive for $200 per year (Rule 230-X-1-.42). A general contractor license is required for commercial or public work costing $100,000 or more including labor and materials ($5,000 or more for swimming pools), per Act 2024-277 effective October 1, 2024. The text of Rule 230-X-1-.07 in the administrative code still shows $50,000, which the Act superseded. Board phone 334-272-5030.

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Residential Home Builder - Limited

Limited · State license · Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board

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Renew on the official site 334-242-2230

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 6 hours
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Six credit hours of Board-approved CE must be completed before the renewal license is issued for all licensees (individual or corporate qualifying representative) under age 60 as of Oct 1 of the renewal year. First renewal is exempt; inactive licenses are exempt until reactivation. The Board recommends finishing CE before Oct 1. Approved courses and providers are listed on the HBLB website.
Deadline rule: Annual; licenses expire December 31. Renewals open Oct 1; timely if received/postmarked by 11:59 PM November 30 (2026 deadline for 2027 license: Nov 30, 2026).

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Grace period: Dec 1-31 is the late period ($50); applications on/after Jan 1 are expired and cannot be handled as renewals.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $250
Late fee: About $50 late fee for renewals postmarked/received Dec 1 - Dec 31.
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Within 3 years of expiration: submit expired license application (2027 forms: expired-license processing fee about $350 in addition to about $250 annual fee = about $600 for active Unlimited/Limited). After 3 years: file closed; new application, home builders exam and credit report required (HBLB FAQ). A business-related credit report (Holloway, about $35) is required with each renewal.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

A home builder license is required for residential work over $10,000 including labor and materials. Inactive license fee is $125 per year; no CE or credit report is needed while inactive, but CE is required to reactivate. Phone 334-242-2230. Online and paper renewals open Oct 1; credit and debit cards are accepted only online. Payment by check, cashier's check, certified check or money order is accepted; no cash. Initial Limited licensing requires a local contractor license.

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Residential Home Builder - Unlimited

Unlimited · State license · Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board

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Renew on the official site 334-242-2230

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 6 hours
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Six credit hours of Board-approved CE must be completed before the renewal license is issued for all licensees (individual or corporate qualifying representative) under age 60 as of Oct 1 of the renewal year. First renewal is exempt; inactive licenses are exempt until reactivation. The Board recommends finishing CE before Oct 1. Approved courses and providers are listed on the HBLB website.
Deadline rule: Annual; licenses expire December 31. Renewals open Oct 1; timely if received/postmarked by 11:59 PM November 30 (2026 deadline for 2027 license: Nov 30, 2026).

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Grace period: Dec 1-31 is the late period ($50); applications on/after Jan 1 are expired and cannot be handled as renewals.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $250
Late fee: About $50 late fee for renewals postmarked/received Dec 1 - Dec 31.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Within 3 years of expiration: submit expired license application (2027 forms: expired-license processing fee about $350 in addition to about $250 annual fee = about $600 for active Unlimited/Limited). After 3 years: file closed; new application, home builders exam and credit report required (HBLB FAQ). A business-related credit report (Holloway, about $35) is required with each renewal.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

A home builder license is required for residential work over $10,000 including labor and materials. Inactive license fee is $125 per year; no CE or credit report is needed while inactive, but CE is required to reactivate. Phone 334-242-2230. Online and paper renewals open Oct 1; credit and debit cards are accepted only online. Payment by check, cashier's check, certified check or money order is accepted; no cash. Initial Unlimited licensing requires passing the Alabama Business & Law and Skills exams.

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Subcontractor License (General Contractors Board)

Sub · State license · Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors

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Renew on the official site 334-272-5030

We did not find online renewal for this license, so the link may open the board site.

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Annual; license expires and becomes invalid on the last day of the licensee's assigned renewal month. Renewal packet is due 30 days before expiration (Rule 230-X-1-.01); packets received more than 45 days before expiration may be returned. Renewal month is set by the first letter of the company name: A=Dec, B=Nov, C=Oct, D/E/F=Sep, G/H=Aug, I/J/K/L=Mar, M/N=Apr, O/P/Q/R=May, S=Jun, T-Z=Jul (Board renewal page; Rules 230-X-1-.38 and .39).

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Grace period: Renewal packets are due 30 days before expiration. There is no grace period after the end of the renewal month, but late renewals are accepted up to one year after expiration with a late penalty.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
The Subcontractor form states renewal information submitted 90 days after expiration is assessed a late penalty; the amount is not stated on the form. Renewals can be filed up to one year after expiration with the renewal fee and late fee (Rule 230-X-1-.01(4)).
Reinstatement: After more than one year without a current license a new application is required (Rule 230-X-1-.01(4); Subcontractor renewal form).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Renewal forms are available online only from the Board website and are not mailed to licensees. Submit the completed, notarized packet by mail with a $100 money order or cashier's check payable to the Board; personal and company checks are returned (Rule 230-X-1-.41). The fee is non-refundable. No online renewal option is listed on the Board site. A general contractor license is required for commercial or public work costing $100,000 or more including labor and materials ($5,000 or more for swimming pools), per Act 2024-277 effective October 1, 2024. The text of Rule 230-X-1-.07 in the administrative code still shows $50,000, which the Act superseded. Board phone 334-272-5030.

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HVAC2 license types

Certified Commercial Refrigeration Contractor (Active)

REFRIG-Active · State license · Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors

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Renew on the official site 334-242-5550

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 4 hours
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4 hours annually (Code 34-31-26; Rule 440-X-4-.02); not required in first year of certification; hours in 2-hour increments up to 8 hours; up to 4 hours roll over; one hour = 50 min; proof submitted before November 1 or renewal is blocked until compliant; deficiency extension to Dec 31 with $25 fee (Rule .03). Over-65 inactive exemption (Rule .09).
Deadline rule: Licenses expire December 31 annually; must be renewed before 11:59 PM Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.02). CE proof must be submitted before November 1.

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Grace period: Lapsed on Dec 31 but may be renewed with the $250 late fee through 11:59 PM Dec 31 of the following calendar year.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $220
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
About $250 late fee on all renewals after Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.06, fee schedule 440-X-3-.10(k)). CE deficiency plan fee about $25 if CE is completed Nov 1 - Dec 31.
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Unlicensed one calendar year (365 days) or more = expired; must sit for and pass the written prelicensure exam and apply as a new applicant; no late fees or waivers (Rule 440-X-3-.06(2)).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Required: $20,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Covers commercial refrigeration equipment; separate certification from HVAC. Fee schedule effective Oct 14, 2024 (Rule 440-X-3-.10): active HVAC $220, active refrigeration $220, inactive $110 each. Credit card payments carry a 4% service fee. All fees are non-refundable. Phone (334) 242-5550 or (866) 855-1912.

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Certified Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor (Active)

HVAC-Active · State license · Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors

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Renew on the official site 334-242-5550

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 4 hours
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4 hours annually (Code 34-31-26; Rule 440-X-4-.02); not required in first year of certification; hours in 2-hour increments up to 8 hours; up to 4 hours roll over; one hour = 50 min; proof submitted before November 1 or renewal is blocked until compliant; deficiency extension to Dec 31 with $25 fee (Rule .03). Over-65 inactive exemption (Rule .09).
Deadline rule: Licenses expire December 31 annually; must be renewed before 11:59 PM Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.02). CE proof must be submitted before November 1.

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Grace period: Lapsed on Dec 31 but may be renewed with the $250 late fee through 11:59 PM Dec 31 of the following calendar year.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $220
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
About $250 late fee on all renewals after Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.06, fee schedule 440-X-3-.10(k)). CE deficiency plan fee about $25 if CE is completed Nov 1 - Dec 31.
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Unlicensed one calendar year (365 days) or more = expired; must sit for and pass the written prelicensure exam and apply as a new applicant; no late fees or waivers (Rule 440-X-3-.06(2)).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Required: $20,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Covers installation, service and repair of heating and/or cooling apparatus. Fee schedule effective Oct 14, 2024 (Rule 440-X-3-.10): active HVAC $220, active refrigeration $220, inactive $110 each. Credit card payments carry a 4% service fee. All fees are non-refundable. Phone (334) 242-5550 or (866) 855-1912.

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Pest control2 license types

Commercial Pesticide Applicator Permit (Certified Operator) - HPC/WDC/FC and technician categories

CA-HPC · State license · Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries - Pesticide Management

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Renew on the official site 334-240-7261

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Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 30 hours
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30 points within the 3-year permit cycle, earned by attending Commissioner-approved training sessions in each certified category, or by passing a reexamination in the category (30 points). Up to 15 points per year may be subtracted for proven negligent pesticide application. For renewal by reexamination, the exam must be passed within 12 calendar months of the permit expiration date.
Deadline rule: Permits last 3 years from the date of issue. Renewal is by earning 30 points or by passing the reexamination in each category. Renewal paperwork and fee must be received no later than 1 year after the permit expiration date (Rule 80-1-13-.10).

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Grace period: Permit can be renewed for up to one year after expiration date.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $45
Late fee: No separate late fee is stated; about $45 per category must accompany the renewal application.
Reinstatement: Permits expired more than one year cannot be renewed; a new permit must be obtained (Rule 80-1-13-.10(2)(d).08).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Fee is $45 per category per the Department renewal application. Categories listed on the form include HPC (household pest control), WDC (wood destroying organisms), FC (fumigation), OTPS (ornamental and turf, supervisor), HPB, WDS, FB, and the custodial categories OTPC and IIHC. Pesticide Management Certification Unit phone (334) 240-7240.

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Structural Pest Control - Professional Services License (company; Main Office)

PS-Main · State license · Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries - Pesticide Management

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Renew on the official site 334-240-7261

We did not find online renewal for this license, so the link may open the board site.

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Annual; license year Oct 1 - Sep 30. Company is considered delinquent as of October 1 (application form); permit fees not paid by Nov 1 or within 31 days after due date incur delinquent penalty (Rule 80-10-9-.03).

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Grace period: Per rule, 31 days (to Nov 1) before the $50 delinquent penalty; operating unlicensed from Oct 1 risks civil penalties.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $175
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
About $50 delinquent penalty if not paid by Nov 1 or within 31 days of due date (Rule 80-10-9). Application form warns civil penalties up to about $3,000 for operating without a continuously maintained license.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
No separate reinstatement procedure is published. Operating without a continuously maintained license is subject to civil penalties of up to about $3,000.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Proof of liability insurance of not less than $150,000 covering damage to persons/property from the applicant's work (Rule 80-10-9-.28), on Department's Certification of Insurance form; Wood Destroying Organisms permit holders who do real-estate WDO inspections also need errors and omissions of at least $100,000. Certificate holder: AL Dept of Agriculture & Industries.

Notes

Fees (Rule 80-10-9-.03 and the application form): $175 per main office plus $100 for each category of structural work (household/institutional/industrial pest control HPC, fumigation FC, wood destroying organisms WDC); branch office $75; sub office $50. The renewal fee shown is the main-office base fee only. Each licensed company needs a certified operator who has passed the exams. Paper application by mail; no online renewal option is listed. License year runs Oct 1 to Sep 30. Structural program phone (334) 240-7261; Department toll-free 800-642-7761. The Department also posts a $2,500 surety bond form for companies doing subterranean termite eradication and control work; ask the Department whether your permit needs it.

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Plumbing2 license types

Master Plumber certificate

MP · State license · Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board

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Renew on the official site 205-945-4857

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 4 hours
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4 hours per year regardless of the number of certifications held (if holding both plumbing and gas certificates, 2 plumbing and 2 gas hours, or business and law courses can cover all 4). Hours must be submitted by the end of business Oct 31; otherwise a deficiency plan and a $100 fee are required and the hours must be completed before Dec 31 to renew. Approved providers report hours to the Board and issue a certificate within 7 days. No rollover of extra hours. Exempt: age 65 or older (starting the year after turning 65); journeyman certificates obtained and renewed in the same calendar year; initial certificates obtained by reciprocity or exam based on another state's license and renewed in the same year. Inactive status is exempt until reactivation.
Deadline rule: All certificates and registrations expire December 31 annually; renewal season Oct 1 - Dec 31; fees must be received by close of business (online by 11:59 PM) Dec 31 (Rule 720-X-9-.01).

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Grace period: None; any renewal after Dec 31 is late and carries a penalty equal to the renewal fee. All unpaid prior-year fees are due when paying (Code 34-37-9).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $175
Late fee: Late penalty about $175 (equal to renewal fee), total about $350, for renewals after Dec 31 (Rule 720-X-4-.01(3)(c); 720-X-9-.01).
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A delinquent certificate requires payment of all unpaid prior-year fees plus penalties (Ala. Code 34-37-9; Rule 720-X-9-.01) and completion of 4 CE hours before renewal is approved. No time limit for reinstatement is published in the Board rules or Q&A.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Master Plumber is the contractor-level certificate; the principal master plumber qualifies the plumbing business. Fees effective Jan 1, 2026 (Rule 720-X-4-.01, revised Oct 13, 2025). Holding both master plumber and master gas fitter means a $350 combined renewal. Renewals are completed online and certificates are printed by the licensee. Board phone (205) 945-4857; 216 Aquarius Dr, Suite 319, Homewood AL 35209. Master gas fitter is a separate certification with the same $175 renewal and is not listed separately here.

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Plumbing Business Registration

BizReg · State license · Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board

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Renew on the official site 205-945-4857

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: All certificates and registrations expire December 31 annually; renewal season Oct 1 - Dec 31; fees must be received by close of business (online by 11:59 PM) Dec 31 (Rule 720-X-9-.01).

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Grace period: None. Any renewal after Dec 31 is late and carries a $25 late penalty (Rule 720-X-4-.01(3)(e)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $25
Late fee: Late penalty about $25 for business registration renewal after Dec 31.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A lapsed registration owes back fees. Per the Board's 2024 newsletter: about $25 renewal plus about $25 late renewal plus a delinquent fee of about $25 for each earlier lapsed year (expired 12/31/2023 owes about $75 total; 12/31/2022 or before about $100; 12/31/2021 or before about $125). Renewing employees' certificates does not renew the business registration.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Each business performing plumbing or gas fitting in Alabama must register and renew annually; renewal is separate from renewing employees' certificates. Business information can be updated at any time online. A principal master plumber can be principal for only one company per master certification. Board phone (205) 945-4857; 216 Aquarius Dr, Suite 319, Homewood AL 35209.

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Roofing2 license types

Commercial roofing: General Contractor license (Prime) from Licensing Board for General Contractors

Prime-roofing · State license · Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors

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Renew on the official site 334-272-5030

We did not find online renewal for this license, so the link may open the board site.

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Annual; license expires and becomes invalid on the last day of the licensee's assigned renewal month. Renewal packet is due 30 days before expiration (Rule 230-X-1-.01); packets received more than 45 days before expiration may be returned. Renewal month is set by the first letter of the company name: A=Dec, B=Nov, C=Oct, D/E/F=Sep, G/H=Aug, I/J/K/L=Mar, M/N=Apr, O/P/Q/R=May, S=Jun, T-Z=Jul (Board renewal page; Rules 230-X-1-.38 and .39).

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Grace period: If the renewal form and fee are received at least 30 days before expiration but financial information is not ready, the license is extended 90 days to file it (Rule 230-X-1-.01(3)). A written extension request on company letterhead must be sent before the license expires. Otherwise there is no grace period after the end of the renewal month, but late renewals are accepted up to one year after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $200
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A $50 late penalty applies if required financial information is not submitted within the 90-day extension period (Rules 230-X-1-.01(3) and .19). The Board form states that renewal information submitted 90 days after expiration is assessed a late penalty. Renewals can be filed up to one year after expiration with the renewal fee and late fee (Rule 230-X-1-.01(4)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
After more than one year without a current license a new application is required (Rule 230-X-1-.01(4)); the Prime renewal form adds that the trade exam(s) and the business and law exam may also be required.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Proof of current liability insurance listing the Board as certificate holder (Alabama License Board for General Contractors, 445 Dexter Ave, Suite 3060, Montgomery AL 36104) is required at renewal; the minimum coverage amount is not stated on the renewal form. A current financial statement (audited, reviewed or compiled under US GAAP by a CPA or approved public accountant, no more than one year old; ALDOT booklet accepted) sets the bid limit. Minimum net worth and working capital is $10,000 or the renewal is rejected; a license bond may be used if financials do not meet the minimum.

Notes

Commercial roofing work costing $100,000 or more requires a Prime General Contractor license with a Roofing and Sheet Metal classification (Rule 230-X-1-.27); reroofing requires a license under the General Contractors law (Rule 230-X-1-.23). Renewal terms are the same as the Prime GC entry. Renewal forms are available online only from the Board website; submit the notarized packet by mail with a $200 money order or cashier's check (personal and company checks are returned). A Prime license can be kept inactive for $200 per year. A general contractor license is required for commercial or public work costing $100,000 or more including labor and materials ($5,000 or more for swimming pools), per Act 2024-277 effective October 1, 2024. The text of Rule 230-X-1-.07 in the administrative code still shows $50,000, which the Act superseded. Residential roofing is licensed separately by the Home Builders Licensure Board. Board phone 334-272-5030.

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Residential Roofer License (residential roofing only)

Roofer · State license · Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board

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Renew on the official site 334-242-2230

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 6 hours
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Six credit hours of Board-approved CE must be completed before the renewal license is issued for all licensees (individual or corporate qualifying representative) under age 60 as of Oct 1 of the renewal year. First renewal is exempt; inactive licenses are exempt until reactivation. The Board recommends finishing CE before Oct 1. Approved courses and providers are listed on the HBLB website.
Deadline rule: Annual; licenses expire December 31. Renewals open Oct 1; timely if received/postmarked by 11:59 PM November 30 (2026 deadline for 2027 license: Nov 30, 2026).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Dec 1-31 is the late period ($50); applications on/after Jan 1 are expired and cannot be handled as renewals.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: About $50 late fee for renewals postmarked/received Dec 1 - Dec 31.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
If an expired roofer license is less than 3 years old, file an expired roofers license application with about $300 (about $150 annual fee plus about $150 nonrefundable processing fee). Renewals postmarked after Dec 31, 2026 are returned for this purpose. After 3 years a new application is required.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Required: $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Residential roofing jobs over $2,500 require a roofers license unless the contractor holds an Unlimited home builder license; Limited home builder holders need a roofers license for residential roofing. The roofers license covers residential roofing only; commercial roofing at or above $100,000 requires a Prime General Contractor license from the General Contractors Board. Applicants need a current local business license, or one held within the year before applying; no state exam is listed. Inactive roofers license is $75 per year. Phone 334-242-2230. Late fee is $50 after Nov 30. Credit and debit cards are accepted only online.

HighLast checked Oct 17, 2026

Sources (7)

Licensing boards

Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors

Website: aecb.alabama.gov
Online portal: Open the board portal
Phone: 334-679-1020

Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors

Website: hacr.alabama.gov
Online portal: Open the board portal
Phone: 334-242-5550

Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries - Pesticide Management

Website: agi.alabama.gov
Online portal: Open the board portal
Phone: 334-240-7261

Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board

Website: hblb.alabama.gov
Online portal: Open the board portal
Phone: 334-242-2230

Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors

Website: genconbd.alabama.gov
Online portal: Open the board portal
Phone: 334-272-5030

Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board

Website: pgfb.alabama.gov
Online portal: Open the board portal
Phone: 205-945-4857

Sources

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