ClearLicensed renewal checklist

Tennessee contractor license renewal checklist

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

HVAC

Mechanical Contractor - Full (all CMC) (CMC)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Biennial. Renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; board asks that renewals be submitted at least 30 days before the expiration date (exact expiration date is printed on each license and is not fixed to a calendar date on the board's pages).
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $20 per month late renewal penalty, up to 12 months (on top of about $200 renewal).
Grace period: 12 months after expiration to renew late; contracting while expired is not permitted.
Insurance: General liability insurance is required based on the monetary limit: at least $100,000 for limits up to $500,000, at least $500,000 for limits of $500,001 to $1,500,000, and at least $1,000,000 for limits above $1,500,000 (Rule 0680-06-.02). Workers' compensation coverage or an exemption registration is also required. Renewal also needs a financial statement (CPA-compiled if the limit is above $1.5 million, a self-prepared balance sheet if below) and, for corporations and LLCs, proof of active status with the Secretary of State. From July 1, 2026 a Board-approved Contractors' Surety Bond of at least 50% of the requested monetary limit may be used instead of a CPA-reviewed or audited financial statement.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
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 $200, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Mechanical Contractor - HVAC, Refrigeration & Gas Piping (CMC-C)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Biennial. Renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; board asks that renewals be submitted at least 30 days before the expiration date (exact expiration date is printed on each license and is not fixed to a calendar date on the board's pages).
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $20 per month late renewal penalty, up to 12 months (on top of about $200 renewal).
Grace period: 12 months after expiration to renew late; contracting while expired is not permitted.
Insurance: General liability insurance is required based on the monetary limit: at least $100,000 for limits up to $500,000, at least $500,000 for limits of $500,001 to $1,500,000, and at least $1,000,000 for limits above $1,500,000 (Rule 0680-06-.02). Workers' compensation coverage or an exemption registration is also required. Renewal also needs a financial statement (CPA-compiled if the limit is above $1.5 million, a self-prepared balance sheet if below) and, for corporations and LLCs, proof of active status with the Secretary of State. From July 1, 2026 a Board-approved Contractors' Surety Bond of at least 50% of the requested monetary limit may be used instead of a CPA-reviewed or audited financial statement.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
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 $200, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Electrical

Electrical Contractor (CE)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Biennial. Renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; board asks that renewals be submitted at least 30 days before the expiration date (exact expiration date is printed on each license and is not fixed to a calendar date on the board's pages).
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $20 per month late renewal penalty, up to 12 months (on top of about $200 renewal).
Grace period: 12 months after expiration to renew late; contracting while expired is not permitted.
Insurance: General liability insurance is required based on the monetary limit: at least $100,000 for limits up to $500,000, at least $500,000 for limits of $500,001 to $1,500,000, and at least $1,000,000 for limits above $1,500,000 (Rule 0680-06-.02). Workers' compensation coverage or an exemption registration is also required. Renewal also needs a financial statement (CPA-compiled if the limit is above $1.5 million, a self-prepared balance sheet if below) and, for corporations and LLCs, proof of active status with the Secretary of State. From July 1, 2026 a Board-approved Contractors' Surety Bond of at least 50% of the requested monetary limit may be used instead of a CPA-reviewed or audited financial statement.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
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 $200, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Limited Licensed Electrician (LLE)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Expires every two years on the last day of the month the license was issued (Rule 0680-03-.05). The renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; renew at least 30 days early to avoid working on an expired license.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $50. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $10 per month late renewal penalty, up to 3 months.
Grace period: 3 months after expiration.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
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 $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

Plumbing

Limited Licensed Plumber (LLP)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Expires every two years on the last day of the month the license was issued (Rule 0680-04-.05). The rule asks that renewal be filed at least 30 days before expiration; the renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $50. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $10 per month late renewal penalty, up to 3 months.
Grace period: 3 months after expiration.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
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 $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

Mechanical Contractor - Plumbing & Gas Piping (CMC-A)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Biennial. Renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; board asks that renewals be submitted at least 30 days before the expiration date (exact expiration date is printed on each license and is not fixed to a calendar date on the board's pages).
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $20 per month late renewal penalty, up to 12 months (on top of about $200 renewal).
Grace period: 12 months after expiration to renew late; contracting while expired is not permitted.
Insurance: General liability insurance is required based on the monetary limit: at least $100,000 for limits up to $500,000, at least $500,000 for limits of $500,001 to $1,500,000, and at least $1,000,000 for limits above $1,500,000 (Rule 0680-06-.02). Workers' compensation coverage or an exemption registration is also required. Renewal also needs a financial statement (CPA-compiled if the limit is above $1.5 million, a self-prepared balance sheet if below) and, for corporations and LLCs, proof of active status with the Secretary of State. From July 1, 2026 a Board-approved Contractors' Surety Bond of at least 50% of the requested monetary limit may be used instead of a CPA-reviewed or audited financial statement.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
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 $200, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Roofing

Roofing Contractor (BC-21 specialty) (BC-21)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Biennial. Renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; board asks that renewals be submitted at least 30 days before the expiration date (exact expiration date is printed on each license and is not fixed to a calendar date on the board's pages).
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $20 per month late renewal penalty, up to 12 months (on top of about $200 renewal).
Grace period: 12 months after expiration to renew late; contracting while expired is not permitted.
Insurance: General liability insurance is required based on the monetary limit: at least $100,000 for limits up to $500,000, at least $500,000 for limits of $500,001 to $1,500,000, and at least $1,000,000 for limits above $1,500,000 (Rule 0680-06-.02). Workers' compensation coverage or an exemption registration is also required. Renewal also needs a financial statement (CPA-compiled if the limit is above $1.5 million, a self-prepared balance sheet if below) and, for corporations and LLCs, proof of active status with the Secretary of State. From July 1, 2026 a Board-approved Contractors' Surety Bond of at least 50% of the requested monetary limit may be used instead of a CPA-reviewed or audited financial statement.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
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 $200, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Pest control

Pest Control Charter (firm) (Charter)

State license · Tennessee Department of Agriculture - Pesticides

Deadline: Jun 30 of odd years
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $400. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: A late charge under T.C.A. 43-1-703 is added if fees or materials are not received by July 16 following expiration.
Grace period: Bond/insurance lapse: charter expires immediately; 30-day grace to submit proof without charges.
Insurance: GL at least $250,000 per occurrence / $500,000 aggregate; errors & omissions $100,000/$300,000 if charter has a WDO licensee. Bond $10,000 minimum; new structural-category charters (WDO, GRC, FUM, BDC) $50,000 for first 3 years. Documents must show charter physical address.
Official link: https://www.tn.gov/agriculture/businesses/pesticides/pesticide-charters.html
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence medium

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $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 Operator License (individual) and Commercial Applicator Certification (PCO)

State license · Tennessee Department of Agriculture - Pesticides

Deadline: Jun 30 of odd years
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: 21 hours
Renewal fee: About $50. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: A late charge under T.C.A. 43-1-703 is added if the fee is not paid by July 16 following expiration.
Grace period: Not published, check with the board
Official link: https://www.tn.gov/agriculture/businesses/pesticides/pesticide-applicators---commercial--including-ceus-.html
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Completion certificates for 21 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

General contractor

Commercial / Full Building Contractor (BC-B / BC)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Biennial. Renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; board asks that renewals be submitted at least 30 days before the expiration date (exact expiration date is printed on each license and is not fixed to a calendar date on the board's pages).
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $20 per month late renewal penalty, up to 12 months (on top of about $200 renewal).
Grace period: 12 months after expiration to renew late; contracting while expired is not permitted.
Insurance: General liability insurance is required based on the monetary limit: at least $100,000 for limits up to $500,000, at least $500,000 for limits of $500,001 to $1,500,000, and at least $1,000,000 for limits above $1,500,000 (Rule 0680-06-.02). Workers' compensation coverage or an exemption registration is also required. Renewal also needs a financial statement (CPA-compiled if the limit is above $1.5 million, a self-prepared balance sheet if below) and, for corporations and LLCs, proof of active status with the Secretary of State. From July 1, 2026 a Board-approved Contractors' Surety Bond of at least 50% of the requested monetary limit may be used instead of a CPA-reviewed or audited financial statement.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
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 $200, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Home Improvement Contractor (HI)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: A renewed license expires two years from the date the previous license expired (Rule 0680-07-.09). The renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; renew at least 30 days early.
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: Not required
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $10 per month late renewal penalty, up to 3 months.
Grace period: 3 months after expiration with a $10 per month late fee. No renewal is accepted more than 90 days after expiration (Rule 0680-07-.09).
Insurance: General liability of at least $100,000 (Rule 0680-06-.02) and workers' compensation or an exemption registration. Surety bond of $10,000 (or a cash or property bond or irrevocable letter of credit), with any bond updates submitted at renewal. Corporations and LLCs must show active Secretary of State status.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

Your license number and your login for the board portal
Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $200, fees change)

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Residential Building Contractor (BC-A)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Biennial. Renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; board asks that renewals be submitted at least 30 days before the expiration date (exact expiration date is printed on each license and is not fixed to a calendar date on the board's pages).
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: 8 hours
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $20 per month late renewal penalty, up to 12 months (on top of about $200 renewal).
Grace period: 12 months after expiration to renew late; contracting while expired is not permitted.
Insurance: General liability insurance is required based on the monetary limit: at least $100,000 for limits up to $500,000, at least $500,000 for limits of $500,001 to $1,500,000, and at least $1,000,000 for limits above $1,500,000 (Rule 0680-06-.02). Workers' compensation coverage or an exemption registration is also required. Renewal also needs a financial statement (CPA-compiled if the limit is above $1.5 million, a self-prepared balance sheet if below) and, for corporations and LLCs, proof of active status with the Secretary of State. From July 1, 2026 a Board-approved Contractors' Surety Bond of at least 50% of the requested monetary limit may be used instead of a CPA-reviewed or audited financial statement.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

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

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline

Restricted Residential Contractor (BC-A/r)

State license · Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors

Deadline: Biennial. Renewal option appears in CORE within 90 days of expiration; board asks that renewals be submitted at least 30 days before the expiration date (exact expiration date is printed on each license and is not fixed to a calendar date on the board's pages).
Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
CE hours: 8 hours
Renewal fee: About $200. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee: About $20 per month late renewal penalty, up to 12 months (on top of about $200 renewal).
Grace period: 12 months after expiration to renew late; contracting while expired is not permitted.
Insurance: General liability insurance is required based on the monetary limit: at least $100,000 for limits up to $500,000, at least $500,000 for limits of $500,001 to $1,500,000, and at least $1,000,000 for limits above $1,500,000 (Rule 0680-06-.02). Workers' compensation coverage or an exemption registration is also required. Renewal also needs a financial statement (CPA-compiled if the limit is above $1.5 million, a self-prepared balance sheet if below) and, for corporations and LLCs, proof of active status with the Secretary of State. From July 1, 2026 a Board-approved Contractors' Surety Bond of at least 50% of the requested monetary limit may be used instead of a CPA-reviewed or audited financial statement.
Official link: https://access.cloud.commerce.tn.gov/portal/public
Last verified: Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

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

After filing

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

Count the days to your deadline