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Oregon 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

HVAC contractor via CCB Commercial Specialty Contractor Level 1 (CSC1) (CSC1-HVAC)

State license · Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

Deadline
Every 2 years on the license's own expiration date (printed on the license; no fixed calendar date). Renewal opens in the CCB online portal up to 8 weeks before expiration. Renewal fee is $400 (in effect for renewals submitted on or after July 1, 2024).
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
CE hours
Required, but the hours are not published. Check with the board
Renewal fee
About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
CCB rules set no separate late fee. A lapsed license is treated as unlicensed from the lapse date; when the missing items are received the license can be backdated and renewed (OAR 812-003-0300).
Grace period
No grace period: contractor work is prohibited during any lapse (OAR 812-003-0300).
Insurance
General liability $1,000,000 aggregate. Workers' compensation required if the business has employees (commercial contractors must carry it); carrier name/policy number reported at renewal. Bond must be continuous; insurance certificate must name CCB as certificate holder (PO Box 14140, Salem OR 97309) and include products/completed operations; any lapse in bond/insurance suspends the license.
Official link
https://portal.ccb.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

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)
  • Bond in force for $55,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $400, 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

HVAC contractor via CCB Commercial Specialty Contractor Level 2 (CSC2) (CSC2-HVAC)

State license · Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

Deadline
Every 2 years on the license's own expiration date (printed on the license; no fixed calendar date). Renewal opens in the CCB online portal up to 8 weeks before expiration. Renewal fee is $400 (in effect for renewals submitted on or after July 1, 2024).
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
CE hours
32 hours
Renewal fee
About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
CCB rules set no separate late fee. A lapsed license is treated as unlicensed from the lapse date; when the missing items are received the license can be backdated and renewed (OAR 812-003-0300).
Grace period
No grace period: contractor work is prohibited during any lapse (OAR 812-003-0300).
Insurance
General liability $500,000 per occurrence. Workers' compensation required if the business has employees (commercial contractors must carry it); carrier name/policy number reported at renewal. Bond must be continuous; insurance certificate must name CCB as certificate holder (PO Box 14140, Salem OR 97309) and include products/completed operations; any lapse in bond/insurance suspends the license.
Official link
https://portal.ccb.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 32 hours of continuing education
  • Bond in force for $25,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $400, 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

HVAC contractor via CCB Residential Specialty Contractor (RSC) (RSC-HVAC)

State license · Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

Deadline
Every 2 years on the license's own expiration date (printed on the license; no fixed calendar date). Renewal opens in the CCB online portal up to 8 weeks before expiration. Renewal fee is $400 (in effect for renewals submitted on or after July 1, 2024).
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
CE hours
16 hours
Renewal fee
About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
CCB rules set no separate late fee. A lapsed license is treated as unlicensed from the lapse date; when the missing items are received the license can be backdated and renewed (OAR 812-003-0300).
Grace period
No grace period: contractor work is prohibited during any lapse (OAR 812-003-0300).
Insurance
General liability $300,000 per occurrence. Workers' compensation required if the business has employees (commercial contractors must carry it); carrier name/policy number reported at renewal. Bond must be continuous; insurance certificate must name CCB as certificate holder (PO Box 14140, Salem OR 97309) and include products/completed operations; any lapse in bond/insurance suspends the license.
Official link
https://portal.ccb.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
  • Bond in force for $20,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $400, 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

Limited Maintenance Specialty Contractor HVAC/R (LHR) (LHR)

State license · Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS

Deadline
Renews every 3 years on July 1. A renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before expiration; online renewal opens 45 days before the expiration date printed on the license.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
Not required
Renewal fee
About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
Grace period
None: license becomes 'expired-renewable' after expiration and work under it is not allowed.
Insurance
Bond and insurance as required by the CCB for the underlying CCB license. Requires an active CCB license, SOS-registered business name, and an employee list plus full-time signing supervisor.
Official link
https://ordcbs.mylicense.com/eGov
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Bond in force (amount not published, check with the board)
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Electrical

Electrical Contractor (C) (C)

State license · Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS

Deadline
Renews every 3 years on July 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
Not required
Renewal fee
About $375. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
Grace period
None: after expiration the license is 'expired-renewable'; no work allowed until all requirements (incl. CE) are met.
Insurance
Bond and insurance as required by CCB. Must hold active CCB license, SOS-registered name and a full-time general supervising electrician as signing supervisor.
Official link
https://ordcbs.mylicense.com/eGov
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 $375, 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 Journeyman Electrician (J) (J)

State license · Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS

Deadline
Renews every 3 years on October 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
24 hours
Renewal fee
About $100. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
Grace period
None: after expiration the license is 'expired-renewable'; no work allowed until all requirements (incl. CE) are met.
Official link
https://ordcbs.mylicense.com/eGov
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 24 hours of continuing education
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $100, 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 Supervising Electrician (S) (S)

State license · Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS

Deadline
Renews every 3 years on October 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
24 hours
Renewal fee
About $100. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
Grace period
None: after expiration the license is 'expired-renewable'; no work allowed until all requirements (incl. CE) are met.
Official link
https://ordcbs.mylicense.com/eGov
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 24 hours of continuing education
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $100, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Plumbing

Journeyman Plumber (JP) (JP)

State license · Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS

Deadline
Renews every 3 years on April 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
24 hours
Renewal fee
About $180. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
Grace period
None: after expiration the license is 'expired-renewable'; no work allowed until all requirements (incl. CE) are met.
Official link
https://ordcbs.mylicense.com/eGov
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 24 hours of continuing education
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $180, 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 Business (PB) (PB)

State license · Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD), DCBS

Deadline
Renews every 3 years on July 1; a renewal notice is mailed about 6 weeks before; online renewal opens 45 days before expiration.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
Not required
Renewal fee
About $450. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
OAR 918-030-0230 sets no separate late fee; the regular renewal fee applies when renewing an expired license within one year.
Grace period
None: after expiration the license is 'expired-renewable'; no work allowed until all requirements (incl. CE) are met.
Insurance
Bond and insurance as required by CCB for the underlying CCB license. Requires active CCB license, SOS-registered business name and a full-time signing supervisor (journeyman plumber).
Official link
https://ordcbs.mylicense.com/eGov
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Bond in force (amount not published, check with the board)
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $450, 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

Roofing via CCB Commercial Specialty Contractor Level 1 (CSC1) (CSC1-ROOF)

State license · Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

Deadline
Every 2 years on the license's own expiration date (printed on the license; no fixed calendar date). Renewal opens in the CCB online portal up to 8 weeks before expiration. Renewal fee is $400 (in effect for renewals submitted on or after July 1, 2024).
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
CE hours
Required, but the hours are not published. Check with the board
Renewal fee
About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
CCB rules set no separate late fee. A lapsed license is treated as unlicensed from the lapse date; when the missing items are received the license can be backdated and renewed (OAR 812-003-0300).
Grace period
No grace period: contractor work is prohibited during any lapse (OAR 812-003-0300).
Insurance
General liability $1,000,000 aggregate. Workers' compensation required if the business has employees (commercial contractors must carry it); carrier name/policy number reported at renewal. Bond must be continuous; insurance certificate must name CCB as certificate holder (PO Box 14140, Salem OR 97309) and include products/completed operations; any lapse in bond/insurance suspends the license.
Official link
https://portal.ccb.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

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)
  • Bond in force for $55,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $400, 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 via CCB Commercial Specialty Contractor Level 2 (CSC2) (CSC2-ROOF)

State license · Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

Deadline
Every 2 years on the license's own expiration date (printed on the license; no fixed calendar date). Renewal opens in the CCB online portal up to 8 weeks before expiration. Renewal fee is $400 (in effect for renewals submitted on or after July 1, 2024).
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
CE hours
32 hours
Renewal fee
About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
CCB rules set no separate late fee. A lapsed license is treated as unlicensed from the lapse date; when the missing items are received the license can be backdated and renewed (OAR 812-003-0300).
Grace period
No grace period: contractor work is prohibited during any lapse (OAR 812-003-0300).
Insurance
General liability $500,000 per occurrence. Workers' compensation required if the business has employees (commercial contractors must carry it); carrier name/policy number reported at renewal. Bond must be continuous; insurance certificate must name CCB as certificate holder (PO Box 14140, Salem OR 97309) and include products/completed operations; any lapse in bond/insurance suspends the license.
Official link
https://portal.ccb.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 32 hours of continuing education
  • Bond in force for $25,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $400, 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 via CCB Residential Specialty Contractor (RSC) (RSC-ROOF)

State license · Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

Deadline
Every 2 years on the license's own expiration date (printed on the license; no fixed calendar date). Renewal opens in the CCB online portal up to 8 weeks before expiration. Renewal fee is $400 (in effect for renewals submitted on or after July 1, 2024).
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
CE hours
16 hours
Renewal fee
About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
CCB rules set no separate late fee. A lapsed license is treated as unlicensed from the lapse date; when the missing items are received the license can be backdated and renewed (OAR 812-003-0300).
Grace period
No grace period: contractor work is prohibited during any lapse (OAR 812-003-0300).
Insurance
General liability $300,000 per occurrence. Workers' compensation required if the business has employees (commercial contractors must carry it); carrier name/policy number reported at renewal. Bond must be continuous; insurance certificate must name CCB as certificate holder (PO Box 14140, Salem OR 97309) and include products/completed operations; any lapse in bond/insurance suspends the license.
Official link
https://portal.ccb.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
  • Bond in force for $20,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $400, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Pest control

Commercial Pesticide Applicator (individual) (APPLICATOR)

State license · Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA), Pesticides Program

Deadline
Licenses expire December 31 following issuance (ORS 634.112); ODA mails a notice at least 30 days before expiration; renew annually online through the ODA license renewal portal.
Renewal cycle
Every year
CE hours
40 hours
Renewal fee
About $50. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
No late fee amount found. If fee not paid within the first delinquent month, applicator must pay fee AND pass ODA reexamination (waived with signed statement of no pesticide work in prior 6 months).
Grace period
None: failure to pay when due forfeits the right to operate/apply.
Official link
https://mylicense.oda.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 40 hours of continuing education
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $50, 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 Operator (business) - incl. structural/wood-destroying pests (OPERATOR)

State license · Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA), Pesticides Program

Deadline
Licenses expire December 31 following issuance (ORS 634.112); ODA mails a notice at least 30 days before expiration; renew annually online through the ODA license renewal portal.
Renewal cycle
Every year
CE hours
Not required
Renewal fee
About $90. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
No separate late fee. Under ORS 634.112, an unpaid renewal forfeits the right to operate; to regain it, file a written application and pay the fee that should have been paid.
Grace period
None: failure to pay when due forfeits the right to operate/apply.
Insurance
Public liability insurance from an Oregon-qualified insurer (or cash deposit/surety bond): at least $25,000 bodily injury and $25,000 property damage (ORS 634.116(6)); for structural pests coverage extends to property being worked on. License auto-suspends if coverage lapses; insurer gives ODA 30 days' notice of cancellation. Operators must employ licensed commercial applicator(s).
Official link
https://mylicense.oda.state.or.us/
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 $90, 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

Commercial General Contractor Level 1 (CGC1) (CGC1)

State license · Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

Deadline
Every 2 years on the license's own expiration date (printed on the license; no fixed calendar date). Renewal opens in the CCB online portal up to 8 weeks before expiration. Renewal fee is $400 (in effect for renewals submitted on or after July 1, 2024).
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
CE hours
Required, but the hours are not published. Check with the board
Renewal fee
About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
CCB rules set no separate late fee. A lapsed license is treated as unlicensed from the lapse date; when the missing items are received the license can be backdated and renewed (OAR 812-003-0300).
Grace period
No grace period: contractor work is prohibited during any lapse (OAR 812-003-0300).
Insurance
General liability $2,000,000 aggregate. Workers' compensation required if the business has employees (commercial contractors must carry it); carrier name/policy number reported at renewal. Bond must be continuous; insurance certificate must name CCB as certificate holder (PO Box 14140, Salem OR 97309) and include products/completed operations; any lapse in bond/insurance suspends the license.
Official link
https://portal.ccb.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

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)
  • Bond in force for $80,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $400, 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 General Contractor Level 2 (CGC2) (CGC2)

State license · Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

Deadline
Every 2 years on the license's own expiration date (printed on the license; no fixed calendar date). Renewal opens in the CCB online portal up to 8 weeks before expiration. Renewal fee is $400 (in effect for renewals submitted on or after July 1, 2024).
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
CE hours
32 hours
Renewal fee
About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
CCB rules set no separate late fee. A lapsed license is treated as unlicensed from the lapse date; when the missing items are received the license can be backdated and renewed (OAR 812-003-0300).
Grace period
No grace period: contractor work is prohibited during any lapse (OAR 812-003-0300).
Insurance
General liability $1,000,000 aggregate. Workers' compensation required if the business has employees (commercial contractors must carry it); carrier name/policy number reported at renewal. Bond must be continuous; insurance certificate must name CCB as certificate holder (PO Box 14140, Salem OR 97309) and include products/completed operations; any lapse in bond/insurance suspends the license.
Official link
https://portal.ccb.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 32 hours of continuing education
  • Bond in force for $25,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $400, 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

Residential General Contractor (RGC) (RGC)

State license · Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)

Deadline
Every 2 years on the license's own expiration date (printed on the license; no fixed calendar date). Renewal opens in the CCB online portal up to 8 weeks before expiration. Renewal fee is $400 (in effect for renewals submitted on or after July 1, 2024).
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
CE hours
16 hours
Renewal fee
About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
CCB rules set no separate late fee. A lapsed license is treated as unlicensed from the lapse date; when the missing items are received the license can be backdated and renewed (OAR 812-003-0300).
Grace period
No grace period: contractor work is prohibited during any lapse (OAR 812-003-0300).
Insurance
General liability $500,000 per occurrence. Workers' compensation required if the business has employees (commercial contractors must carry it); carrier name/policy number reported at renewal. Bond must be continuous; insurance certificate must name CCB as certificate holder (PO Box 14140, Salem OR 97309) and include products/completed operations; any lapse in bond/insurance suspends the license.
Official link
https://portal.ccb.state.or.us/
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
  • Bond in force for $25,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $400, 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

Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this checklist can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and ClearLicensed is not affiliated with any state board. Sources for every rule are on clearlicensed.com/states/OR.

This information is here to help you plan, not to replace the board. Fee amounts are approximate and may be out of date. Deadlines and continuing education rules change too, sometimes without much notice. Always confirm with your licensing board and its official site before you rely on a date or an amount. This is not legal advice.