ClearLicensed renewal checklist

Connecticut 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

Limited heating/cooling/gas-burner/warm-air contractor licenses (combined entry) (B-1, B-3, D-1, D-3, G-1, S-3, S-7, S-9)

State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Aug 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, 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

Unlimited Heating, Piping and Cooling Contractor (S-1)

State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Aug 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, 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

Unlimited Heating, Piping and Cooling Journeyperson (S-2)

State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Aug 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $120. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $12 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $120, 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

Limited electrical contractor licenses (combined entry) (C-5, C-7, L-1, L-5, T-1, PV-1)

State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Sep 30 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: 4 hours
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 4 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, 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

Unlimited Electrical Contractor (E-1)

State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Sep 30 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: 4 hours
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 4 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, 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

Unlimited Electrical Journeyperson (E-2)

State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Sep 30 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: 4 hours
Renewal fee: About $120. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $12 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 4 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $120, 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

Limited plumbing contractor licenses (combined entry) (J-1, J-3, P-7, P-9, SP-1, PP-1)

State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Oct 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: 5 hours
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 5 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, 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

Unlimited Journeyperson Plumber (P-2)

State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Oct 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: 5 hours
Renewal fee: About $120. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $12 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 5 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $120, 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

Unlimited Plumbing Contractor (P-1)

State license · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Oct 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: 5 hours
Renewal fee: About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $15 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 5 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, 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

Home Improvement Contractor Registration (residential roofing) (HIC)

State registration · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Mar 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $220. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $22 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Insurance: General liability insurance of not less than $20,000 required (Public Act 21-197, eff. 7/1/2022); insurer name and policy number entered at online renewal.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $220, 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

Major Contractor Registration (commercial threshold-building roofing) (MCR)

State registration · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Jun 30 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $500. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $50 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
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

Pest control

Commercial Junior Operator Certification (Operator)

State license · Connecticut DEEP - Pesticide Management Program

Deadline: Must be renewed before the expiration date on the certificate; DEEP emails renewal information beforehand.
Renewal cycle: Every 5 years
CE hours: Required, but the hours are not published. Check with the board
Renewal fee: About $80. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Not published, check with the board
Grace period: Not published, check with the board
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence medium

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for the required continuing education (hours not published, check with the board)
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $80, 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

Commercial Pesticide Supervisor Certification (Supervisor)

State license · Connecticut DEEP - Pesticide Management Program

Deadline: Certifications renew every 5 years and expire on January 31 of the renewal year; renewal notices emailed ~90 days before expiration.
Renewal cycle: Every 5 years
CE hours: 12 hours
Renewal fee: About $285. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Not published, check with the board
Grace period: Not published, check with the board
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence medium

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 12 hours of continuing education
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $285, 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

Pesticide Application Business Registration (PMBR)

State registration · Connecticut DEEP - Pesticide Management Program

Deadline: Aug 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $240. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Not published, check with the board
Grace period: Not published, check with the board
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $240, 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

Home Improvement Contractor Registration (residential remodeling) (HIC)

State registration · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Mar 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $220. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $22 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Insurance: General liability insurance of not less than $20,000 required (Public Act 21-197, eff. 7/1/2022); insurer name and policy number entered at online renewal.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $220, 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

Major Contractor Registration (commercial threshold buildings) (MCR)

State registration · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Jun 30 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $500. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $50 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
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

New Home Construction Contractor Registration (NHC)

State registration · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Deadline: Mar 31 every year
Renewal cycle: Every year
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $360. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: The Commissioner may charge a late fee of 10 percent of the renewal fee (minimum about $10, maximum about $100) for renewals after March 31 (CGS 21a-4(c)); all outstanding fees must be paid before renewal.
Grace period: DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.
Insurance: General liability insurance of not less than $20,000 (Public Act 21-197); insurer name and policy number provided at renewal.
Official link: https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $360, 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