North Carolina Contractor License Renewal Rules (2026)

Electrical4 license types

Electrical Contractor - Intermediate

I · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors

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Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 8 hours
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Every listed qualified individual must complete approved CE for each annual license period to renew the license they are listed on. 8 hours/yr, at least half in-person classroom (or approved synchronous). License period runs July 1-June 30 for CE-sponsor purposes. New qualifiers must also take the free 4-hour Laws & Rules course within 12 months (or 90 days before) of becoming qualified individual (counts toward first renewal). CE sponsors report credits to the Board's portal; individuals can verify via CE Credit Search. Extra hours may be carried forward to the next one or two license periods as set by rule (21 NCAC 18B .1101 and .1104).
Deadline rule: Licenses expire one year after the date of issuance (individual anniversary date printed on the license). Renewal window opens ~60 days before expiration; applications and fees are due 30 days before the expiration date (21 NCAC 18B .0405(a)). CE for the qualified individual must be completed before renewal.

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Grace period: No formal grace period; renewals after the expiration date incur the $25 fee. License may be renewed without re-examination within 12 months after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: About $25 administrative fee for renewal applications received after the expiration date (21 NCAC 18B .0405(a)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired within 12 months: renew without exam (21 NCAC 18B .0406(a)). Expired more than 12 months: file Reactivation Application, show at least 500 hours of primary experience in the most recent 12 months, pay current fees and late fee, and meet CE requirements (.0406(b)). Otherwise apply for a new license.

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

Intermediate: one project valued up to $150,000. Online renewal prints your own certificate (Board does not mail). Report contact changes within 30 days.

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Electrical Contractor - Limited

L · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-733-9042

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 8 hours
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Every listed qualified individual must complete approved CE for each annual license period to renew the license they are listed on. 8 hours/yr, at least half in-person classroom (or approved synchronous). License period runs July 1-June 30 for CE-sponsor purposes. New qualifiers must also take the free 4-hour Laws & Rules course within 12 months (or 90 days before) of becoming qualified individual (counts toward first renewal). CE sponsors report credits to the Board's portal; individuals can verify via CE Credit Search. Extra hours may be carried forward to the next one or two license periods as set by rule (21 NCAC 18B .1101 and .1104).
Deadline rule: Licenses expire one year after the date of issuance (individual anniversary date printed on the license). Renewal window opens ~60 days before expiration; applications and fees are due 30 days before the expiration date (21 NCAC 18B .0405(a)). CE for the qualified individual must be completed before renewal.

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Grace period: No formal grace period; renewals after the expiration date incur the $25 fee. License may be renewed without re-examination within 12 months after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
Late fee: About $25 administrative fee for renewal applications received after the expiration date (21 NCAC 18B .0405(a)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired within 12 months: renew without exam (21 NCAC 18B .0406(a)). Expired more than 12 months: file Reactivation Application, show at least 500 hours of primary experience in the most recent 12 months, pay current fees and late fee, and meet CE requirements (.0406(b)). Otherwise apply for a new license.

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

Limited: one project valued up to $60,000, equipment/installation 600 volts or less. Online renewal prints your own certificate (Board does not mail). Report contact changes within 30 days.

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Electrical Contractor - Special Restricted (SP-SFD single-family dwelling; SP-FA/LV, SP-PH, SP-SP, SP-WP, SP-ES, SP-EL)

SP · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors

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Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 4 hours
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Every listed qualified individual must complete approved CE for each annual license period to renew the license they are listed on. 4 hours/yr, at least half in-person classroom (or approved synchronous). License period runs July 1-June 30 for CE-sponsor purposes. New qualifiers must also take the free 4-hour Laws & Rules course within 12 months (or 90 days before) of becoming qualified individual (counts toward first renewal). CE sponsors report credits to the Board's portal; individuals can verify via CE Credit Search. Extra hours may be carried forward to the next one or two license periods as set by rule (21 NCAC 18B .1101 and .1104).
Deadline rule: Licenses expire one year after the date of issuance (individual anniversary date printed on the license). Renewal window opens ~60 days before expiration; applications and fees are due 30 days before the expiration date (21 NCAC 18B .0405(a)). CE for the qualified individual must be completed before renewal.

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Grace period: No formal grace period; renewals after the expiration date incur the $25 fee. License may be renewed without re-examination within 12 months after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
Late fee: About $25 administrative fee for renewal applications received after the expiration date (21 NCAC 18B .0405(a)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired within 12 months: renew without exam (21 NCAC 18B .0406(a)). Expired more than 12 months: file Reactivation Application, show at least 500 hours of primary experience in the most recent 12 months, pay current fees and late fee, and meet CE requirements (.0406(b)). Otherwise apply for a new license.

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

Special restricted classes: $100 fee each. SP-SFD (Residential Dwelling) requires 8 CE hours/yr like Limited; the other special restricted classes require 4 hours/yr (2 classroom). Online renewal prints your own certificate (Board does not mail). Report contact changes within 30 days.

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Electrical Contractor - Unlimited

U · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-733-9042

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 8 hours
Show CE rules
Every listed qualified individual must complete approved CE for each annual license period to renew the license they are listed on. 8 hours/yr, at least half in-person classroom (or approved synchronous). License period runs July 1-June 30 for CE-sponsor purposes. New qualifiers must also take the free 4-hour Laws & Rules course within 12 months (or 90 days before) of becoming qualified individual (counts toward first renewal). CE sponsors report credits to the Board's portal; individuals can verify via CE Credit Search. Extra hours may be carried forward to the next one or two license periods as set by rule (21 NCAC 18B .1101 and .1104).
Deadline rule: Licenses expire one year after the date of issuance (individual anniversary date printed on the license). Renewal window opens ~60 days before expiration; applications and fees are due 30 days before the expiration date (21 NCAC 18B .0405(a)). CE for the qualified individual must be completed before renewal.

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Grace period: No formal grace period; renewals after the expiration date incur the $25 fee. License may be renewed without re-examination within 12 months after expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $200
Late fee: About $25 administrative fee for renewal applications received after the expiration date (21 NCAC 18B .0405(a)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired within 12 months: renew without exam (21 NCAC 18B .0406(a)). Expired more than 12 months: file Reactivation Application, show at least 500 hours of primary experience in the most recent 12 months, pay current fees and late fee, and meet CE requirements (.0406(b)). Otherwise apply for a new license.

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

Unlimited: any project regardless of value. Online renewal prints your own certificate (Board does not mail). Report contact changes within 30 days.

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General contractor3 license types

General Contractor - Intermediate

Intermediate · State license · North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-571-4183

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 8 hours
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Applies to qualifiers of Building, Residential and Unclassified licenses: at least one qualifier must complete 8 hours per calendar year (2-hr Board mandatory course + 6 elective hours; up to 4 elective hours carry forward). CE year Jan 1 - Nov 30, with 90-day grace after Nov 30; otherwise license is invalidated until met. Live/approved e-learning; approved providers report completions to the Board (within ~7 days); do not send certificates. Inactive status available at renewal (no CE that year; same fee), reactivation requires 8 hrs (<2 yrs) or 16 hrs. Annual 8-hr CE (G.S. 87-10.2) applies only to Building, Residential and Unclassified classifications; Highway, Public Utilities and Specialty (incl. S(Roofing)) licenses are not subject to it.
Deadline rule: Renew online (NCCLiC) before the license expires on the first day of January (renewal opens ~Oct 1; Board urges filing before Jan 1). Per G.S. 87-10(e) the license expires Jan 1 and becomes invalid 60 days later (Mar 1; Feb 29 in leap years per Board notices) unless renewed.

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Grace period: No true grace period: license expires Jan 1, but renewal is still accepted (with late fee) until it becomes invalid 60 days after expiration. After it becomes invalid the contractor is treated as unlicensed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
Late fee: About $10 per month or part of a month after January 1 (G.S. 87-10(e); 21 NCAC 12A .0304(a)(5)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Invalid less than 4 years: may renew with renewal application, financial responsibility evidence and makeup CE (Building/Residential/Unclassified: 6 elective hours per year not renewed plus the current-year 2-hr mandatory course; 21 NCAC 12A .0503(f)). Invalid 4 consecutive years: license archived, cannot be renewed, must reapply as new applicant incl. exam (G.S. 87-10(f)).

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

Intermediate license: projects up to $1,500,000. Classification limits: Limited up to $750,000 per project; Intermediate up to $1.5M; Unlimited no limit. GC license required for projects of $40,000 or more (G.S. 87-1). Two-step renewal for Building/Residential/Unclassified: qualifier CE must be posted first, then renew and pay online; each qualifier must verify employment (Quick Verify or own account). Paper applications no longer accepted. Renewal fee: G.S. 87-10(e) sets renewal at no more than $75 for Limited, $100 for Intermediate and $125 for Unlimited licenses; confirm the amount shown in NCCLiC before paying. A credit card convenience fee may apply.

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General Contractor - Limited (Building/Residential/Highway/Public Utilities/Specialty/Unclassified)

Limited · State license · North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-571-4183

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 8 hours
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Applies to qualifiers of Building, Residential and Unclassified licenses: at least one qualifier must complete 8 hours per calendar year (2-hr Board mandatory course + 6 elective hours; up to 4 elective hours carry forward). CE year Jan 1 - Nov 30, with 90-day grace after Nov 30; otherwise license is invalidated until met. Live/approved e-learning; approved providers report completions to the Board (within ~7 days); do not send certificates. Inactive status available at renewal (no CE that year; same fee), reactivation requires 8 hrs (<2 yrs) or 16 hrs. Annual 8-hr CE (G.S. 87-10.2) applies only to Building, Residential and Unclassified classifications; Highway, Public Utilities and Specialty (incl. S(Roofing)) licenses are not subject to it.
Deadline rule: Renew online (NCCLiC) before the license expires on the first day of January (renewal opens ~Oct 1; Board urges filing before Jan 1). Per G.S. 87-10(e) the license expires Jan 1 and becomes invalid 60 days later (Mar 1; Feb 29 in leap years per Board notices) unless renewed.

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Grace period: No true grace period: license expires Jan 1, but renewal is still accepted (with late fee) until it becomes invalid 60 days after expiration. After it becomes invalid the contractor is treated as unlicensed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $75
Late fee: About $10 per month or part of a month after January 1 (G.S. 87-10(e); 21 NCAC 12A .0304(a)(5)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Invalid less than 4 years: may renew with renewal application, financial responsibility evidence and makeup CE (Building/Residential/Unclassified: 6 elective hours per year not renewed plus the current-year 2-hr mandatory course; 21 NCAC 12A .0503(f)). Invalid 4 consecutive years: license archived, cannot be renewed, must reapply as new applicant incl. exam (G.S. 87-10(f)).

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

Limited license: projects up to $750,000. Classification limits: Limited up to $750,000 per project; Intermediate up to $1.5M; Unlimited no limit. GC license required for projects of $40,000 or more (G.S. 87-1). Two-step renewal for Building/Residential/Unclassified: qualifier CE must be posted first, then renew and pay online; each qualifier must verify employment (Quick Verify or own account). Paper applications no longer accepted. Renewal fee: G.S. 87-10(e) sets renewal at no more than $75 for Limited, $100 for Intermediate and $125 for Unlimited licenses; confirm the amount shown in NCCLiC before paying. A credit card convenience fee may apply.

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General Contractor - Unlimited

Unlimited · State license · North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-571-4183

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 8 hours
Show CE rules
Applies to qualifiers of Building, Residential and Unclassified licenses: at least one qualifier must complete 8 hours per calendar year (2-hr Board mandatory course + 6 elective hours; up to 4 elective hours carry forward). CE year Jan 1 - Nov 30, with 90-day grace after Nov 30; otherwise license is invalidated until met. Live/approved e-learning; approved providers report completions to the Board (within ~7 days); do not send certificates. Inactive status available at renewal (no CE that year; same fee), reactivation requires 8 hrs (<2 yrs) or 16 hrs. Annual 8-hr CE (G.S. 87-10.2) applies only to Building, Residential and Unclassified classifications; Highway, Public Utilities and Specialty (incl. S(Roofing)) licenses are not subject to it.
Deadline rule: Renew online (NCCLiC) before the license expires on the first day of January (renewal opens ~Oct 1; Board urges filing before Jan 1). Per G.S. 87-10(e) the license expires Jan 1 and becomes invalid 60 days later (Mar 1; Feb 29 in leap years per Board notices) unless renewed.

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Grace period: No true grace period: license expires Jan 1, but renewal is still accepted (with late fee) until it becomes invalid 60 days after expiration. After it becomes invalid the contractor is treated as unlicensed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $125
Late fee: About $10 per month or part of a month after January 1 (G.S. 87-10(e); 21 NCAC 12A .0304(a)(5)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Invalid less than 4 years: may renew with renewal application, financial responsibility evidence and makeup CE (Building/Residential/Unclassified: 6 elective hours per year not renewed plus the current-year 2-hr mandatory course; 21 NCAC 12A .0503(f)). Invalid 4 consecutive years: license archived, cannot be renewed, must reapply as new applicant incl. exam (G.S. 87-10(f)).

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

Unlimited license: no project size limit. Classification limits: Limited up to $750,000 per project; Intermediate up to $1.5M; Unlimited no limit. GC license required for projects of $40,000 or more (G.S. 87-1). Two-step renewal for Building/Residential/Unclassified: qualifier CE must be posted first, then renew and pay online; each qualifier must verify employment (Quick Verify or own account). Paper applications no longer accepted. Renewal fee: G.S. 87-10(e) sets renewal at no more than $75 for Limited, $100 for Intermediate and $125 for Unlimited licenses; confirm the amount shown in NCCLiC before paying. A credit card convenience fee may apply.

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HVAC4 license types

Heating Group No. 1 Contractor - Class I (hydronic/steam comfort heating, boilers)

H1-I · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-875-3612

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: All licenses expire December 31 each year (G.S. 87-22). Renewal period opens ~Oct 1 (90 days before expiration); invoices mailed early October. Renew by Dec 31 to avoid the $25 late increase.

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Grace period: None. Board states there is NO grace period; licensed activity must stop on expiration until renewed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Board adds about $25 to the license fee if not renewed and paid during January (G.S. 87-22). If forms and fees are not received by January 31, Board may require all unpaid annual fees before reissuing.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired license may be reinstated within 3 years of expiration on written request with current fee, fees for unpaid prior years and the G.S. 87-22 processing fee (21 NCAC 50 .0409). After 3 years the license cannot be renewed and the exams must be retaken.

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

Heating Group 1: steam/vapor/hot water comfort heating systems; license required to install or replace a boiler in a Group 1 system (21 NCAC 50 .0507). Class II (H1-II) is limited to single-family detached dwellings, same fee and renewal terms. Online renewal via public.nclicensing.org (credit card convenience fee; avoid debit); online renewers print own certificate. Mail option: check/money order to 'State Board of Examiners'. Fee per 21 NCAC 50 .1102(a); second or subsequent individual listed on a corporate/trade-name license pays $75 (.1102(d)). The fee is set by rule (last amended 2020); the renewal invoice shows the amount due.

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Heating Group No. 2 Contractor (integral heating/cooling systems over 15 tons)

H2-I · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-875-3612

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: All licenses expire December 31 each year (G.S. 87-22). Renewal period opens ~Oct 1 (90 days before expiration); invoices mailed early October. Renew by Dec 31 to avoid the $25 late increase.

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Grace period: None. Board states there is NO grace period; licensed activity must stop on expiration until renewed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Board adds about $25 to the license fee if not renewed and paid during January (G.S. 87-22). If forms and fees are not received by January 31, Board may require all unpaid annual fees before reissuing.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired license may be reinstated within 3 years of expiration on written request with current fee, fees for unpaid prior years and the G.S. 87-22 processing fee (21 NCAC 50 .0409). After 3 years the license cannot be renewed and the exams must be retaken.

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

Heating Group 2: integral system for heating or cooling a building that circulates air and has refrigeration capacity above 15 tons (21 NCAC 50 .0501(a); G.S. 87-21(a)(3)). Single-family residences fall under Group 3 regardless of size. Online renewal via public.nclicensing.org (credit card convenience fee; avoid debit); online renewers print own certificate. Mail option: check/money order to 'State Board of Examiners'. Fee per 21 NCAC 50 .1102(a); second or subsequent individual listed on a corporate/trade-name license pays $75 (.1102(d)). The fee is set by rule (last amended 2020); the renewal invoice shows the amount due.

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Heating Group No. 3 Contractor - Class I (forced-air heating/cooling, 15 tons or less, any building)

H3-I · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-875-3612

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: All licenses expire December 31 each year (G.S. 87-22). Renewal period opens ~Oct 1 (90 days before expiration); invoices mailed early October. Renew by Dec 31 to avoid the $25 late increase.

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Grace period: None. Board states there is NO grace period; licensed activity must stop on expiration until renewed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Board adds about $25 to the license fee if not renewed and paid during January (G.S. 87-22). If forms and fees are not received by January 31, Board may require all unpaid annual fees before reissuing.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired license may be reinstated within 3 years of expiration on written request with current fee, fees for unpaid prior years and the G.S. 87-22 processing fee (21 NCAC 50 .0409). After 3 years the license cannot be renewed and the exams must be retaken.

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

Heating Group 3 covers direct heating/cooling systems with ductwork and 15 tons or less of mechanical refrigeration (21 NCAC 50 .0501.0508). Class I applies to all structures; Class II (H3-II) is limited to single-family detached dwellings. Same renewal terms and fee for Class II. Online renewal via public.nclicensing.org (credit card convenience fee; avoid debit); online renewers print own certificate. Mail option: check/money order to 'State Board of Examiners'. Fee per 21 NCAC 50 .1102(a); second or subsequent individual listed on a corporate/trade-name license pays $75 (.1102(d)). The fee is set by rule (last amended 2020); the renewal invoice shows the amount due.

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Heating Group No. 3 Contractor - Class II (single-family detached dwellings)

H3-II · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-875-3612

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: All licenses expire December 31 each year (G.S. 87-22). Renewal period opens ~Oct 1 (90 days before expiration); invoices mailed early October. Renew by Dec 31 to avoid the $25 late increase.

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Grace period: None. Board states there is NO grace period; licensed activity must stop on expiration until renewed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Board adds about $25 to the license fee if not renewed and paid during January (G.S. 87-22). If forms and fees are not received by January 31, Board may require all unpaid annual fees before reissuing.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired license may be reinstated within 3 years of expiration on written request with current fee, fees for unpaid prior years and the G.S. 87-22 processing fee (21 NCAC 50 .0409). After 3 years the license cannot be renewed and the exams must be retaken.

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

Class II is limited to forced-air heating and cooling systems of 15 tons or less in single-family detached dwellings (Board License Definitions, June 2026). Online renewal via public.nclicensing.org (credit card convenience fee; avoid debit); online renewers print own certificate. Mail option: check/money order to 'State Board of Examiners'. Fee per 21 NCAC 50 .1102(a); second or subsequent individual listed on a corporate/trade-name license pays $75 (.1102(d)). The fee is set by rule (last amended 2020); the renewal invoice shows the amount due.

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Pest control3 license types

Certified Applicator (commercial) card

CA · State license · NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services - Structural Pest Control and Pesticides Division

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Renew on the official site 984-236-4625

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

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 10 hours
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Recertification every 5 years (02 NCAC 34 .0309): either re-examination (Jan 1-Jun 30 before expiry of the 5-year period) or earn CCUs: 10 CCUs for one phase (5 specific to the phase), 15 for two phases, 20 for all three phases (5 specific per phase). Licensees/noncommercial CAs must earn at least one CCU in 4 of the 5 years; commercial CAs in 3 of 5. CCUs cannot be carried past the 5-year period.
Deadline rule: All licenses and cards expire June 30 each year (not prorated). Division mails renewal packets on or before May 1; packet must be postmarked on or before June 30 to prevent lapse.

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Grace period: Work may not be performed after June 30 until renewed. Per G.S. 106-65.31, a license/card renewed before January 1 of the following year may be renewed without re-examination (unless scheduled for periodic reexamination).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $50
Late fee: No separate late fee is set in G.S. 106-65.31. No structural pest control work may be done after June 30 until the license or card is renewed.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A certified applicator card renewed before January 1 after expiration can be renewed without re-examination (G.S. 106-65.31) unless due for periodic re-examination. A licensee whose liability policy lapses has the license expire and it is reinstated only when a new certificate of insurance is received (02 NCAC 34 .0902(f)). Ask the Division about later renewals.

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

CA card $50 annual renewal (G.S. 106-65.31; Division page). Commercial CAs work for hire and must be linked to a licensee in good standing; card expires with employer's license. Packet by mail, postmark by June 30.

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Registered Technician (RT) identification card

RT · State license · NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services - Structural Pest Control and Pesticides Division

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Renew on the official site 984-236-4625

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: All licenses and cards expire June 30 each year (not prorated). Division mails renewal packets on or before May 1; packet must be postmarked on or before June 30 to prevent lapse.

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Grace period: Work may not be performed after June 30 until renewed. Per G.S. 106-65.31, a license/card renewed before January 1 of the following year may be renewed without re-examination (unless scheduled for periodic reexamination).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $40
Late fee: No separate late fee is set in G.S. 106-65.31. No structural pest control work may be done after June 30 until the license or card is renewed.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A certified applicator card renewed before January 1 after expiration can be renewed without re-examination (G.S. 106-65.31) unless due for periodic re-examination. A licensee whose liability policy lapses has the license expire and it is reinstated only when a new certificate of insurance is received (02 NCAC 34 .0902(f)). Ask the Division about later renewals.

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

RT card $40 annual renewal; employees of licensees/noncommercial CAs must register within 75 days of hire (RT school 8 hours, initial only). Included because the business renews these cards for its staff.

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Structural Pest Control Licensee (business license; phases P household, W wood-destroying organisms, F fumigation)

Licensee · State license · NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services - Structural Pest Control and Pesticides Division

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Renew on the official site 984-236-4625

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

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 10 hours
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Recertification every 5 years (02 NCAC 34 .0309): either re-examination (Jan 1-Jun 30 before expiry of the 5-year period) or earn CCUs: 10 CCUs for one phase (5 specific to the phase), 15 for two phases, 20 for all three phases (5 specific per phase). Licensees/noncommercial CAs must earn at least one CCU in 4 of the 5 years; commercial CAs in 3 of 5. CCUs cannot be carried past the 5-year period. CE hours shown = minimum CCUs for one phase (15 for two, 20 for three).
Deadline rule: All licenses and cards expire June 30 each year (not prorated). Division mails renewal packets on or before May 1; packet must be postmarked on or before June 30 to prevent lapse.

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Grace period: Work may not be performed after June 30 until renewed. Per G.S. 106-65.31, a license/card renewed before January 1 of the following year may be renewed without re-examination (unless scheduled for periodic reexamination).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $200
Late fee: No separate late fee is set in G.S. 106-65.31. No structural pest control work may be done after June 30 until the license or card is renewed.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A certified applicator card renewed before January 1 after expiration can be renewed without re-examination (G.S. 106-65.31) unless due for periodic re-examination. A licensee whose liability policy lapses has the license expire and it is reinstated only when a new certificate of insurance is received (02 NCAC 34 .0902(f)). Ask the Division about later renewals.

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: General liability covering structural pest control operations and completed operations: single limit $100,000 property damage + $300,000 bodily injury each occurrence, or $300,000 combined single limit each occurrence; certificate must be sent by insurer directly to the Division ([email protected]) with pollution/contamination endorsement. License expires if policy cancels/lapses/drops below limits (02 NCAC 34 .0902).

Notes

Renewal fee $200 (1 phase), $275 (2 phases), $350 (3 phases) per Division page; statute: $200 first phase, $75 each additional phase, $15 per subphase. renewal_fee_usd shows 1-phase fee. Renewal is by mailed packet (no online renewal listed); Division phone 984-236-4625. Proof of current liability insurance must be on file before renewal (rule .0902(e)). Licensee required for work for hire on others' property.

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Plumbing3 license types

Plumbing Contractor - Class I (all buildings)

P-I · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-875-3612

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: All licenses expire December 31 each year (G.S. 87-22). Renewal period opens ~Oct 1 (90 days before expiration); invoices mailed early October. Renew by Dec 31 to avoid the $25 late increase.

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Grace period: None. Board states there is NO grace period; licensed activity must stop on expiration until renewed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Board adds about $25 to the license fee if not renewed and paid during January (G.S. 87-22). If forms and fees are not received by January 31, Board may require all unpaid annual fees before reissuing.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired license may be reinstated within 3 years of expiration on written request with current fee, fees for unpaid prior years and the G.S. 87-22 processing fee (21 NCAC 50 .0409). After 3 years the license cannot be renewed and the exams must be retaken.

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

Class I plumbing covers potable water and drain/waste/vent systems in any building. Fuel piping privileges included with plumbing/heating licenses. Online renewal via public.nclicensing.org (credit card convenience fee; avoid debit); online renewers print own certificate. Mail option: check/money order to 'State Board of Examiners'. Fee per 21 NCAC 50 .1102(a); second or subsequent individual listed on a corporate/trade-name license pays $75 (.1102(d)). The fee is set by rule (last amended 2020); the renewal invoice shows the amount due.

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Plumbing Contractor - Class II (single-family detached dwellings)

P-II · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-875-3612

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: All licenses expire December 31 each year (G.S. 87-22). Renewal period opens ~Oct 1 (90 days before expiration); invoices mailed early October. Renew by Dec 31 to avoid the $25 late increase.

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Grace period: None. Board states there is NO grace period; licensed activity must stop on expiration until renewed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Board adds about $25 to the license fee if not renewed and paid during January (G.S. 87-22). If forms and fees are not received by January 31, Board may require all unpaid annual fees before reissuing.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired license may be reinstated within 3 years of expiration on written request with current fee, fees for unpaid prior years and the G.S. 87-22 processing fee (21 NCAC 50 .0409). After 3 years the license cannot be renewed and the exams must be retaken.

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

Class II covers potable water and drain, waste and vent piping in single-family detached dwellings only (Board License Definitions, June 2026). Online renewal via public.nclicensing.org (credit card convenience fee; avoid debit); online renewers print own certificate. Mail option: check/money order to 'State Board of Examiners'. Fee per 21 NCAC 50 .1102(a); second or subsequent individual listed on a corporate/trade-name license pays $75 (.1102(d)). The fee is set by rule (last amended 2020); the renewal invoice shows the amount due.

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Restricted Limited Plumbing Contractor

RLP · State license · North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-875-3612

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: All licenses expire December 31 each year (G.S. 87-22). Renewal period opens ~Oct 1 (90 days before expiration); invoices mailed early October. Renew by Dec 31 to avoid the $25 late increase.

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Grace period: None. Board states there is NO grace period; licensed activity must stop on expiration until renewed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $150
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Board adds about $25 to the license fee if not renewed and paid during January (G.S. 87-22). If forms and fees are not received by January 31, Board may require all unpaid annual fees before reissuing.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Expired license may be reinstated within 3 years of expiration on written request with current fee, fees for unpaid prior years and the G.S. 87-22 processing fee (21 NCAC 50 .0409). After 3 years the license cannot be renewed and the exams must be retaken.

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

Covers exterior building sewer piping, exterior water service piping 2 inches or less, exterior backflow preventers on such piping, and water filtration systems (21 NCAC 50 .0518). Fee per .1102(k). Online renewal via public.nclicensing.org (credit card convenience fee; avoid debit); online renewers print own certificate. Mail option: check/money order to 'State Board of Examiners'. Fee per 21 NCAC 50 .1102(a); second or subsequent individual listed on a corporate/trade-name license pays $75 (.1102(d)). The fee is set by rule (last amended 2020); the renewal invoice shows the amount due.

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Roofing1 license type

General Contractor license with S(Roofing) Specialty classification (no standalone roofing license)

Specialty - Roofing · State license · North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors

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Renew on the official site 919-571-4183

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Renew online (NCCLiC) before the license expires on the first day of January (renewal opens ~Oct 1; Board urges filing before Jan 1). Per G.S. 87-10(e) the license expires Jan 1 and becomes invalid 60 days later (Mar 1; Feb 29 in leap years per Board notices) unless renewed.

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Grace period: No true grace period: license expires Jan 1, but renewal is still accepted (with late fee) until it becomes invalid 60 days after expiration. After it becomes invalid the contractor is treated as unlicensed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: Check the official site for the fee.
Late fee: About $10 per month or part of a month after January 1 (G.S. 87-10(e); 21 NCAC 12A .0304(a)(5)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Invalid less than 4 years: may renew with renewal application, financial responsibility evidence and makeup CE (Building/Residential/Unclassified: 6 elective hours per year not renewed plus the current-year 2-hr mandatory course; 21 NCAC 12A .0503(f)). Invalid 4 consecutive years: license archived, cannot be renewed, must reapply as new applicant incl. exam (G.S. 87-10(f)).

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

North Carolina has no standalone state roofing license. Roofing work on projects of $40,000 or more requires a Licensing Board for General Contractors license; S(Roofing) is a Specialty classification (installation, demolition and repair of roofs) per the Board's classification list; a Building/Residential/Unclassified license also covers it. Below $40,000 no state license is required (local permits/codes still apply). Renewal fee depends on limitation: $75 Limited / $100 Intermediate / $125 Unlimited (see GC entries). Classification limits: Limited up to $750,000 per project; Intermediate up to $1.5M; Unlimited no limit. GC license required for projects of $40,000 or more (G.S. 87-1). Each qualifier must verify employment (Quick Verify or own account). Paper applications no longer accepted. Renewal fee: G.S. 87-10(e) sets renewal at no more than $75 for Limited, $100 for Intermediate and $125 for Unlimited licenses; confirm the amount shown in NCCLiC before paying. A credit card convenience fee may apply.

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North Carolina contractor license renewal rules

Renewal guides by trade

Continuing education by trade

Electrical4 license types

Electrical Contractor - Intermediate

Electrical Contractor - Limited

Electrical Contractor - Special Restricted (SP-SFD single-family dwelling; SP-FA/LV, SP-PH, SP-SP, SP-WP, SP-ES, SP-EL)

Electrical Contractor - Unlimited

General contractor3 license types

General Contractor - Intermediate

General Contractor - Limited (Building/Residential/Highway/Public Utilities/Specialty/Unclassified)

General Contractor - Unlimited

HVAC4 license types

Heating Group No. 1 Contractor - Class I (hydronic/steam comfort heating, boilers)

Heating Group No. 2 Contractor (integral heating/cooling systems over 15 tons)

Heating Group No. 3 Contractor - Class I (forced-air heating/cooling, 15 tons or less, any building)

Heating Group No. 3 Contractor - Class II (single-family detached dwellings)

Pest control3 license types

Certified Applicator (commercial) card

Registered Technician (RT) identification card

Structural Pest Control Licensee (business license; phases P household, W wood-destroying organisms, F fumigation)

Plumbing3 license types

Plumbing Contractor - Class I (all buildings)

Plumbing Contractor - Class II (single-family detached dwellings)

Restricted Limited Plumbing Contractor

Roofing1 license type

General Contractor license with S(Roofing) Specialty classification (no standalone roofing license)

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