Virginia Contractor License Renewal Rules (2026)

Electrical3 license types

Electrical Contractor (ELE) - Class A/B/C

ELE · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: License expires two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued (18VAC50-22-110). Renewal fee may be sent no earlier than 60 days before expiration; DPOR counts date received, not postmark.

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Grace period: Renewal must be received within 30 days after expiration to avoid reinstatement (18VAC50-22-130 A). The license is not valid during those 30 days, so no contracting may be performed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $270
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Renewal received after expiration requires reinstatement: Class A reinstatement fee about $550 (includes the renewal fee) plus Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-160 to -180).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement allowed up to 24 months after expiration at the reinstatement fee; after 2 years a new application under current requirements is required (18VAC50-22-160/-170).

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

Firm licence; master electrical tradesman required. Fee shown is Class A ($270); B $260; C $220 (+$30 Recovery Fund). Renewal total is the class fee plus the $30 Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-140). From July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030, certain DPOR fees also include a separate Technology Fee of $7.25 per year (2026 House Bill 30). Contractors' license also requires a designated employee/qualified individual and a master tradesman licence for ELE/HVA/PLB/GFC specialties (54.1-1100; 18VAC50-22-61).

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Journeyman Electrician (tradesman)

Electrical Journeyman · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 3 hours
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3 hours of CE per designation (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) on applicable building code changes, from a Board-approved provider, as condition of renewal/reinstatement (18VAC50-30-120 C). Gas/LPG/natural gas fitters: 1 hour.
Deadline rule: Tradesman licenses (electrician, gas fitter, LPG fitter, natural gas fitter provider, HVAC tradesman, plumber) expire three years from the last day of the month in which issued (18VAC50-30-120 A).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: 30-day grace period after expiration to submit the renewal fee and CE; the license is still expired during that time and no trade work may be done. After 30 days the reinstatement fee applies (18VAC50-30-130).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $160
Late fee: Reinstatement fee: about $210 for tradesman license (includes renewal fee); LPG/natural gas fitter provider about $160 (18VAC50-30-130 B).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement available up to 24 months after expiration (CE required); after 24 months new application and current entry requirements (18VAC50-30-130 D).

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

CE: 3 hours on code changes (NEC) per 18VAC50-30-120 C. Renewal fee is $160 per 3-year term (18VAC50-30-120 G); a $7.25 per year Technology Fee applies to certain DPOR fees from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030. DPOR's Tradesmen page says a license must be reapplied for if the fee and CE are not submitted within one year; the regulation allows reinstatement for up to 24 months, so confirm with the Board before relying on the second year.

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Master Electrician (tradesman)

Electrical Master · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 3 hours
Show CE rules
3 hours of CE per designation (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) on applicable building code changes, from a Board-approved provider, as condition of renewal/reinstatement (18VAC50-30-120 C). Gas/LPG/natural gas fitters: 1 hour.
Deadline rule: Tradesman licenses (electrician, gas fitter, LPG fitter, natural gas fitter provider, HVAC tradesman, plumber) expire three years from the last day of the month in which issued (18VAC50-30-120 A).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: 30-day grace period after expiration to submit the renewal fee and CE; the license is still expired during that time and no trade work may be done. After 30 days the reinstatement fee applies (18VAC50-30-130).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $160
Late fee: Reinstatement fee: about $210 for tradesman license (includes renewal fee); LPG/natural gas fitter provider about $160 (18VAC50-30-130 B).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement available up to 24 months after expiration (CE required); after 24 months new application and current entry requirements (18VAC50-30-130 D).

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

Why approximate?

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

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Master eligibility routes in 18VAC50-30-39 D (e.g., 1 yr as journeyman or 9 yrs experience). Renewal fee is $160 per 3-year term (18VAC50-30-120 G); a $7.25 per year Technology Fee applies to certain DPOR fees from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030. DPOR's Tradesmen page says a license must be reapplied for if the fee and CE are not submitted within one year; the regulation allows reinstatement for up to 24 months, so confirm with the Board before relying on the second year.

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General contractor3 license types

Class A Contractor (e.g., CBC Commercial Building / RBC Residential Building)

Class A · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: License expires two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued (18VAC50-22-110). Renewal fee may be sent no earlier than 60 days before expiration; DPOR counts date received, not postmark.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Renewal must be received within 30 days after expiration to avoid reinstatement (18VAC50-22-130 A). The license is not valid during those 30 days, so no contracting may be performed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $270
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Renewal received after expiration requires reinstatement: Class A reinstatement fee about $550 (includes the renewal fee) plus Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-160 to -180).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement allowed up to 24 months after expiration at the reinstatement fee; after 2 years a new application under current requirements is required (18VAC50-22-160/-170).

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

Single contract $150,000+ or $1,000,000+ in 12 months (Va. Code 54.1-1100). Class A requires 5 yrs experience for qualified individual and $45,000 net worth/equity OR $50,000 surety bond. Renewal total is the class fee plus the $30 Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-140). From July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030, certain DPOR fees also include a separate Technology Fee of $7.25 per year (2026 House Bill 30). Contractors' license also requires a designated employee/qualified individual and a master tradesman licence for ELE/HVA/PLB/GFC specialties (54.1-1100; 18VAC50-22-61).

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Class B Contractor (e.g., CBC / RBC)

Class B · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: License expires two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued (18VAC50-22-110). Renewal fee may be sent no earlier than 60 days before expiration; DPOR counts date received, not postmark.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Renewal must be received within 30 days after expiration to avoid reinstatement (18VAC50-22-130 A). The license is not valid during those 30 days, so no contracting may be performed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $260
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Renewal received after expiration requires reinstatement: Class B reinstatement fee about $550 (includes the renewal fee) plus Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-160 to -180).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement allowed up to 24 months after expiration at the reinstatement fee; after 2 years a new application under current requirements is required (18VAC50-22-160/-170).

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

Single contract $30,000 to <$150,000 or $250,000 to <$1,000,000 in 12 months. 3 yrs experience; net worth $15,000 OR $50,000 surety bond. Renewal total is the class fee plus the $30 Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-140). From July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030, certain DPOR fees also include a separate Technology Fee of $7.25 per year (2026 House Bill 30). Contractors' license also requires a designated employee/qualified individual and a master tradesman licence for ELE/HVA/PLB/GFC specialties (54.1-1100; 18VAC50-22-61).

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Class C Contractor (e.g., CBC / RBC)

Class C · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: License expires two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued (18VAC50-22-110). Renewal fee may be sent no earlier than 60 days before expiration; DPOR counts date received, not postmark.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Renewal must be received within 30 days after expiration to avoid reinstatement (18VAC50-22-130 A). The license is not valid during those 30 days, so no contracting may be performed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $220
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Renewal received after expiration requires reinstatement: Class C reinstatement fee about $460 (includes the renewal fee) plus Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-160 to -180).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement allowed up to 24 months after expiration at the reinstatement fee; after 2 years a new application under current requirements is required (18VAC50-22-160/-170).

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

Single contract over $1,000 but under $30,000, or under $250,000 total in 12 months. 1 yr experience; no net worth requirement. Renewal total is the class fee plus the $30 Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-140). From July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030, certain DPOR fees also include a separate Technology Fee of $7.25 per year (2026 House Bill 30). Contractors' license also requires a designated employee/qualified individual and a master tradesman licence for ELE/HVA/PLB/GFC specialties (54.1-1100; 18VAC50-22-61).

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HVAC4 license types

Gas Fitter / LPG Fitter / Natural Gas Fitter Provider tradesman

Gas Fitter · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 1 hours
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1 hour CE on applicable building code changes for gas fitter, LPG fitter and natural gas fitter provider (18VAC50-30-120 C).
Deadline rule: Tradesman licenses (electrician, gas fitter, LPG fitter, natural gas fitter provider, HVAC tradesman, plumber) expire three years from the last day of the month in which issued (18VAC50-30-120 A).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: 30-day grace period after expiration to submit the renewal fee and CE; the license is still expired during that time and no trade work may be done. After 30 days the reinstatement fee applies (18VAC50-30-130).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $160
Late fee: Reinstatement fee: about $210 for tradesman license (includes renewal fee); LPG/natural gas fitter provider about $160 (18VAC50-30-130 B).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement available up to 24 months after expiration (CE required); after 24 months new application and current entry requirements (18VAC50-30-130 D).

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

Gas fitter tradesman renewal $160 per 3 years; LPG fitter and natural gas fitter provider $110 (reinstatement $210 for the tradesman license). CE for gas fitter, LPG, NG provider: 1 hour (not 3). Gas fitting contractors use the GFC specialty (master-level licence prerequisite). Renewal fee is $160 per 3-year term (18VAC50-30-120 G); a $7.25 per year Technology Fee applies to certain DPOR fees from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030. DPOR's Tradesmen page says a license must be reapplied for if the fee and CE are not submitted within one year; the regulation allows reinstatement for up to 24 months, so confirm with the Board before relying on the second year.

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HVAC Contractor (HVA) - Class A/B/C

HVA · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: License expires two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued (18VAC50-22-110). Renewal fee may be sent no earlier than 60 days before expiration; DPOR counts date received, not postmark.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Renewal must be received within 30 days after expiration to avoid reinstatement (18VAC50-22-130 A). The license is not valid during those 30 days, so no contracting may be performed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $270
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Renewal received after expiration requires reinstatement: Class A reinstatement fee about $550 (includes the renewal fee) plus Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-160 to -180).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement allowed up to 24 months after expiration at the reinstatement fee; after 2 years a new application under current requirements is required (18VAC50-22-160/-170).

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

Firm licence under Board for Contractors; designated employee/qualified individual must hold Master HVAC tradesman licence (54.1-1100: 'Board shall require a master tradesmen license as a condition of licensure'). Fee shown is Class A ($270); B $260; C $220 (+$30 Recovery Fund). Renewal total is the class fee plus the $30 Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-140). From July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030, certain DPOR fees also include a separate Technology Fee of $7.25 per year (2026 House Bill 30). Contractors' license also requires a designated employee/qualified individual and a master tradesman licence for ELE/HVA/PLB/GFC specialties (54.1-1100; 18VAC50-22-61).

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Journeyman HVAC Tradesman

HVAC Journeyman · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 3 hours
Show CE rules
3 hours of CE per designation (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) on applicable building code changes, from a Board-approved provider, as condition of renewal/reinstatement (18VAC50-30-120 C). Gas/LPG/natural gas fitters: 1 hour.
Deadline rule: Tradesman licenses (electrician, gas fitter, LPG fitter, natural gas fitter provider, HVAC tradesman, plumber) expire three years from the last day of the month in which issued (18VAC50-30-120 A).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: 30-day grace period after expiration to submit the renewal fee and CE; the license is still expired during that time and no trade work may be done. After 30 days the reinstatement fee applies (18VAC50-30-130).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $160
Late fee: Reinstatement fee: about $210 for tradesman license (includes renewal fee); LPG/natural gas fitter provider about $160 (18VAC50-30-130 B).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement available up to 24 months after expiration (CE required); after 24 months new application and current entry requirements (18VAC50-30-130 D).

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

Journeyman installs/repairs/maintains HVAC systems under supervision of master. Renewal fee is $160 per 3-year term (18VAC50-30-120 G); a $7.25 per year Technology Fee applies to certain DPOR fees from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030. DPOR's Tradesmen page says a license must be reapplied for if the fee and CE are not submitted within one year; the regulation allows reinstatement for up to 24 months, so confirm with the Board before relying on the second year.

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Master HVAC Tradesman

HVAC Master · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 3 hours
Show CE rules
3 hours of CE per designation (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) on applicable building code changes, from a Board-approved provider, as condition of renewal/reinstatement (18VAC50-30-120 C). Gas/LPG/natural gas fitters: 1 hour.
Deadline rule: Tradesman licenses (electrician, gas fitter, LPG fitter, natural gas fitter provider, HVAC tradesman, plumber) expire three years from the last day of the month in which issued (18VAC50-30-120 A).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: 30-day grace period after expiration to submit the renewal fee and CE; the license is still expired during that time and no trade work may be done. After 30 days the reinstatement fee applies (18VAC50-30-130).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $160
Late fee: Reinstatement fee: about $210 for tradesman license (includes renewal fee); LPG/natural gas fitter provider about $160 (18VAC50-30-130 B).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement available up to 24 months after expiration (CE required); after 24 months new application and current entry requirements (18VAC50-30-130 D).

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

Why approximate?

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

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Master: 3 yrs residential HVAC tradesman, or 1 yr journeyman, or 9 yrs experience (18VAC50-30-39 D). Residential HVAC tradesman is a separate residential-scope licence. Renewal fee is $160 per 3-year term (18VAC50-30-120 G); a $7.25 per year Technology Fee applies to certain DPOR fees from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030. DPOR's Tradesmen page says a license must be reapplied for if the fee and CE are not submitted within one year; the regulation allows reinstatement for up to 24 months, so confirm with the Board before relying on the second year.

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Pest control2 license types

Commercial Pesticide Applicator (Category 7A General Pest Control etc.)

Commercial Applicator · State license · Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), Office of Pesticide Services

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Renew on the official site 804-786-3798 (Office of Pesticide Services)

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

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Required, but the hours are not published. Check with the board
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Attend at least one fully approved recertification session per category every two years; up to four years of recertification credit may be accumulated. Instead of a course, the applicator may retake the Core and category exams ($25 fee).
Deadline rule: Certificates are renewed every two years and expire June 30 of an even or odd year as shown on the certificate. Renewal follows once recertification credit is earned: at least one approved recertification session per category held, every two years.

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Grace period: 60-day grace period after June 30 to earn recertification credit (until about Aug 29); certificate expired more than 60 days must be reinstated by retesting.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $0
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
No renewal fee since 3/17/2022; about $25 application fee applies when retesting to reinstate, add a category, or test in lieu of recertification course.
Reinstatement: Retake Core and category exams (about $25 fee) to reinstate an expired certificate.

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: Individual applicators work under a licensed pesticide business that must carry liability insurance (see Business License).

Notes

Initial certification fee is $25 (government employees exempt). Registered Technician (Category 60) is an entry level with the same renewal rules and a $25 initial fee. A commercial applicator must be affiliated with a licensed pesticide business. Questions: VDACS Office of Pesticide Services (804) 786-3798.

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Pesticide Business License

Business License · State license · Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS), Office of Pesticide Services

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Renew on the official site 804-786-3798 (Office of Pesticide Services)

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 pesticide business licenses expire March 31 each year; renewal application and fee due by March 31 to the Office of Pesticide Services (renewal form mailed by VDACS).

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Grace period: None stated.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $75
Late fee: Late renewal: 20% penalty (VDACS renewal form shows about $15 on the about $75 fee).

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: Certificate of liability insurance, including completed operations: minimum $100,000 property damage, $100,000 personal injury or death of one person, and $300,000 per occurrence, maintained for the whole license period. Notify OPS at least 10 days before any reduction or cancellation and send a new certificate at each insurance renewal or change of insurer.

Notes

Fee is $75 per location per year (VDACS business packet, rev. 01/2025). Licenses are not pro-rated. A separate license is needed for each business location. Mail to VDACS Office of Pesticide Services, PO Box 526, Richmond VA 23218-0526. Reinstatement terms for a lapsed business license are not published; contact the Office of Pesticide Services.

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Plumbing3 license types

Journeyman Plumber (tradesman)

Plumber Journeyman · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 3 hours
Show CE rules
3 hours of CE per designation (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) on applicable building code changes, from a Board-approved provider, as condition of renewal/reinstatement (18VAC50-30-120 C). Gas/LPG/natural gas fitters: 1 hour.
Deadline rule: Tradesman licenses (electrician, gas fitter, LPG fitter, natural gas fitter provider, HVAC tradesman, plumber) expire three years from the last day of the month in which issued (18VAC50-30-120 A).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: 30-day grace period after expiration to submit the renewal fee and CE; the license is still expired during that time and no trade work may be done. After 30 days the reinstatement fee applies (18VAC50-30-130).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $160
Late fee: Reinstatement fee: about $210 for tradesman license (includes renewal fee); LPG/natural gas fitter provider about $160 (18VAC50-30-130 B).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement available up to 24 months after expiration (CE required); after 24 months new application and current entry requirements (18VAC50-30-130 D).

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

Residential plumber tradesman is a separate residential-scope licence. Renewal fee is $160 per 3-year term (18VAC50-30-120 G); a $7.25 per year Technology Fee applies to certain DPOR fees from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030. DPOR's Tradesmen page says a license must be reapplied for if the fee and CE are not submitted within one year; the regulation allows reinstatement for up to 24 months, so confirm with the Board before relying on the second year.

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Master Plumber (tradesman)

Plumber Master · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 3 years
Continuing education: 3 hours
Show CE rules
3 hours of CE per designation (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) on applicable building code changes, from a Board-approved provider, as condition of renewal/reinstatement (18VAC50-30-120 C). Gas/LPG/natural gas fitters: 1 hour.
Deadline rule: Tradesman licenses (electrician, gas fitter, LPG fitter, natural gas fitter provider, HVAC tradesman, plumber) expire three years from the last day of the month in which issued (18VAC50-30-120 A).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: 30-day grace period after expiration to submit the renewal fee and CE; the license is still expired during that time and no trade work may be done. After 30 days the reinstatement fee applies (18VAC50-30-130).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $160
Late fee: Reinstatement fee: about $210 for tradesman license (includes renewal fee); LPG/natural gas fitter provider about $160 (18VAC50-30-130 B).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement available up to 24 months after expiration (CE required); after 24 months new application and current entry requirements (18VAC50-30-130 D).

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

Why approximate?

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

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required

Notes

Master: 3 yrs residential plumber tradesman, or 1 yr journeyman, or 9 yrs experience (18VAC50-30-39 D). Renewal fee is $160 per 3-year term (18VAC50-30-120 G); a $7.25 per year Technology Fee applies to certain DPOR fees from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030. DPOR's Tradesmen page says a license must be reapplied for if the fee and CE are not submitted within one year; the regulation allows reinstatement for up to 24 months, so confirm with the Board before relying on the second year.

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Plumbing Contractor (PLB) - Class A/B/C

PLB · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: License expires two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued (18VAC50-22-110). Renewal fee may be sent no earlier than 60 days before expiration; DPOR counts date received, not postmark.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Renewal must be received within 30 days after expiration to avoid reinstatement (18VAC50-22-130 A). The license is not valid during those 30 days, so no contracting may be performed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $270
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Renewal received after expiration requires reinstatement: Class A reinstatement fee about $550 (includes the renewal fee) plus Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-160 to -180).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement allowed up to 24 months after expiration at the reinstatement fee; after 2 years a new application under current requirements is required (18VAC50-22-160/-170).

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

Firm licence; master plumber tradesman required. Fee shown is Class A ($270); B $260; C $220 (+$30 Recovery Fund). Renewal total is the class fee plus the $30 Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-140). From July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030, certain DPOR fees also include a separate Technology Fee of $7.25 per year (2026 House Bill 30). Contractors' license also requires a designated employee/qualified individual and a master tradesman licence for ELE/HVA/PLB/GFC specialties (54.1-1100; 18VAC50-22-61).

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Roofing1 license type

Roofing Contractor specialty (ROC) - Class A/B/C

ROC · State license · Virginia Board for Contractors (DPOR)

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Renew on the official site 804-367-8511 (Licensing); 804-367-2785 (Board office)

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: License expires two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued (18VAC50-22-110). Renewal fee may be sent no earlier than 60 days before expiration; DPOR counts date received, not postmark.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: Renewal must be received within 30 days after expiration to avoid reinstatement (18VAC50-22-130 A). The license is not valid during those 30 days, so no contracting may be performed.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $270
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Renewal received after expiration requires reinstatement: Class A reinstatement fee about $550 (includes the renewal fee) plus Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-160 to -180).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement allowed up to 24 months after expiration at the reinstatement fee; after 2 years a new application under current requirements is required (18VAC50-22-160/-170).

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

Roofing is a Specialty Contractor classification (ROC) under the Board for Contractors; class A/B/C determined by contract value. Renewal fee depends on class: A $270 / B $260 / C $220 (+$30 Recovery Fund); reinstatement A $550, B $550, C $460. Fee shown is Class A. Financial requirements per class: A net worth $45,000 or $50,000 bond; B $15,000 or $50,000 bond; C none. Renewal total is the class fee plus the $30 Recovery Fund assessment (18VAC50-22-140). From July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030, certain DPOR fees also include a separate Technology Fee of $7.25 per year (2026 House Bill 30). Contractors' license also requires a designated employee/qualified individual and a master tradesman licence for ELE/HVA/PLB/GFC specialties (54.1-1100; 18VAC50-22-61).

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Virginia contractor license renewal rules

Renewal guides by trade

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Roofing1 license type

Roofing Contractor specialty (ROC) - Class A/B/C

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