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Vermont contractor license renewal rules

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Verified dataLast checked Oct 17, 2026, next review due July 2027

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License types
14
Licensing boards
3
Trades
6

Electrical3 license types

Journeyman Electrician

Journeyman · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Continuing education
15 hours15 hours NEC instruction in preceding 36 months; Energy Goals module at each renewal.
Deadline rule
License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period to keep working: the license lapses at expiration and unsupervised electrical work is not allowed on a lapsed license. Late renewal window is 1 year after expiration with a $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $115
Late fee
Lapsed license may be renewed within one year after expiration by paying about $25 in addition to the renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).
Reinstatement
Within 1 year of expiration: renew and pay the about $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)). After 1 year: contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564).

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

3-year fee per 26 V.S.A. 905(d).

Master Electrician

Master · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Continuing education
15 hours
Show CE rules15 hours of Board-approved instruction on the National Electrical Code in the preceding 36 months (26 V.S.A. 908(b)); plus Energy Goals education module (max 2 hours) at initial and each renewal; approved-course list on DFS site.
Deadline rule
License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period to keep working: the license lapses at expiration and unsupervised electrical work is not allowed on a lapsed license. Late renewal window is 1 year after expiration with a $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $150
Late fee
Lapsed license may be renewed within one year after expiration by paying about $25 in addition to the renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).
Reinstatement
Within 1 year of expiration: renew and pay the about $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)). After 1 year: contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564).

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

Fee is for the 3-year term (26 V.S.A. 905(d)). The 2025 Vermont Electrical Safety Rules took effect November 5, 2025.

Type-S (Specialty) Journeyman Electrician (e.g., refrigeration, well pumps)

Type S · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Continuing education
8 hours
Show CE rules8 hours on the specialty in preceding 36 months (holders of multiple Type-S need not exceed 15); Energy Goals module at each renewal.
Deadline rule
License valid 3 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 908(a)). Renewal application and fee must be received on or before the expiration date. The expiration month is shown on the license.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period to keep working: the license lapses at expiration and unsupervised electrical work is not allowed on a lapsed license. Late renewal window is 1 year after expiration with a $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $115
Late fee
Lapsed license may be renewed within one year after expiration by paying about $25 in addition to the renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)).
Reinstatement
Within 1 year of expiration: renew and pay the about $25 late fee (26 V.S.A. 905(e)). After 1 year: contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564).

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

$115 per field per 3-year term.

General contractor2 license types

Residential Contractor Registration - Business Organization

Registration (Business) · State registration · Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (Secretary of State)

Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
Not required
Deadline rule
Biennial renewal (26 V.S.A. 5507). OPR licenses renew on a fixed two-year cycle for each profession; the exact expiration date is shown in the OPR online account and on Find a Professional. OPR emails a renewal notice and opens renewal 6 weeks before expiration. An initial registration issued 90 days or less before the profession's renewal date runs through the next full two-year period.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period stated; registration is expired after the expiration date and work requiring registration may not be contracted. Renewal opens 6 weeks before expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $250
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Not set out in 26 V.S.A. ch. 106. OPR-regulated registrations fall under the general OPR rule (3 V.S.A. 127(d)) for a registration expired no more than one biennial period: reinstatement within 30 days of expiration carries a $100 penalty; after 30 days the penalty equals the renewal fee plus about $40 for each additional month or fraction (capped at about $1,500), plus the renewal fee. Penalty relief is possible only for exceptional circumstances or extreme hardship.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Renew and pay the penalty above if expired no more than one biennial period; practicing on an expired registration is unprofessional conduct and may be treated as unauthorized practice. Longer lapses: contact OPR.

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
Minimum general liability $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate; certificate of insurance uploaded with initial and each biennial renewal. Written contract required for jobs of $10,000+.
Notes

No statewide GC license in VT. Registration (not licensure) is required for residential jobs of $10,000 or more. Business $250 or individual $75 at initial and biennial renewal (26 V.S.A. 5507). The business entity must also be registered with the Secretary of State Corporations division, and employers must carry workers' compensation under Title 21. Commercial-only contractors are exempt unless taking a residential job of $10,000 or more.

Residential Contractor Registration - Individual (no employees)

Registration (Individual) · State registration · Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (Secretary of State)

Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
Not required
Deadline rule
Biennial renewal (26 V.S.A. 5507). OPR licenses renew on a fixed two-year cycle for each profession; the exact expiration date is shown in the OPR online account and on Find a Professional. OPR emails a renewal notice and opens renewal 6 weeks before expiration. An initial registration issued 90 days or less before the profession's renewal date runs through the next full two-year period.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period stated; registration is expired after the expiration date and work requiring registration may not be contracted. Renewal opens 6 weeks before expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $75
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Not set out in 26 V.S.A. ch. 106. OPR-regulated registrations fall under the general OPR rule (3 V.S.A. 127(d)) for a registration expired no more than one biennial period: reinstatement within 30 days of expiration carries a $100 penalty; after 30 days the penalty equals the renewal fee plus about $40 for each additional month or fraction (capped at about $1,500), plus the renewal fee. Penalty relief is possible only for exceptional circumstances or extreme hardship.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Renew and pay the penalty above if expired no more than one biennial period; practicing on an expired registration is unprofessional conduct and may be treated as unauthorized practice. Longer lapses: contact OPR.

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
Minimum general liability $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate; certificate of insurance uploaded with initial and each biennial renewal. Written contract required for jobs of $10,000+.
Notes

Same as business registration but for individuals; $75 fee.

HVAC3 license types

Gas Appliance Installer certificate (Natural Gas / LP Gas / Both)

Gas · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Continuing education
8 hours
Show CE rules8 hours related instruction in previous 3 years, at least 2 hours on CO leakage prevention and safety inspection of existing appliances (NFPA 54 Annex H). Vermont Energy Goals module required for new/renewed credentials after 7/1/2021 (certificate submitted with application).
Deadline rule
Certificate of fitness runs 3 years (20 V.S.A. 2731(c)(4)). The expiration date is printed on the certificate.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period is set in statute; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564). The expiration date is printed on the certificate.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $60
Late fee
No late fee stated in 20 V.S.A. 2731(c).
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)No reinstatement procedure is published; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564). Renewals must include the Vermont Energy Goals module completion 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
Not required
Notes

Vermont has no general statewide HVAC contractor license. State-level credentials are DFS certificates of fitness for gas (LP and natural) and oil-burner work. Fee is $60 for each 3-year certificate (20 V.S.A. 2731(c)(4)(C)). Types: LP delivery driver (no CE), natural gas installer, LP gas installer, or both. Refrigeration electrical work falls under the electrical Type-S journeyman license.

Oil Burning Equipment Installer (NORA Silver)

Oil · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Continuing education
8 hours
Show CE rules8 hours related instruction in previous 3 years incl. at least 2 hours on CO leakage and inspection procedure, OR a current NORA Silver or Gold certificate. Vermont Energy Goals module required for new/renewed credentials after 7/1/2021.
Deadline rule
Certificate of fitness runs 3 years (20 V.S.A. 2731(c)(4)). The expiration date is printed on the certificate.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period is set in statute; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564). The expiration date is printed on the certificate.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $60
Late fee
No late fee stated in 20 V.S.A. 2731(c).
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)No reinstatement procedure is published; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564). Renewals must include the Vermont Energy Goals module completion 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
Not required
Notes

Fee is $60 per 3-year certificate (20 V.S.A. 2731(c)(4)(D)); qualifying exam is the NORA Silver certificate. Vermont has no general HVAC license.

Oil Burning Equipment Installer, Limited (NORA Bronze)

Oil-Ltd · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
Continuing education
8 hours
Show CE rules8 hours related instruction in previous 3 years incl. at least 2 hours on CO leakage and inspection procedure, OR a current NORA Silver or Gold certificate. Vermont Energy Goals module required for new/renewed credentials after 7/1/2021.
Deadline rule
Certificate of fitness runs 3 years (20 V.S.A. 2731(c)(4)). The expiration date is printed on the certificate.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period is set in statute; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564). The expiration date is printed on the certificate.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $60
Late fee
No late fee stated in 20 V.S.A. 2731(c).
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)No reinstatement procedure is published; contact DFS Licensing (802-479-7564). Renewals must include the Vermont Energy Goals module completion 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
Not required
Notes

Maintenance/inspection scope; fee $60 per 3-year certificate per 20 V.S.A. 2731(c)(4)(F).

Pest control2 license types

Commercial Pesticide Applicator certification/license (incl. Category 7A General/Structural Pest Control)

Commercial 7A · State license · Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets

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

Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
16 hours
Show CE rules16 recertification credits (1 credit = 60 min, no partial) in certified categories over the 5-year certification cycle; credits from New England states accepted; submit by Nov 15 suggested; check credits online with last name + last 4 digits of cert number.
Deadline rule
Licenses expire December 31 each year; renewal notices emailed mid-November, mailed early December; renewal requires paperwork, pesticide usage report and fees. Certification lasts 5 years if license renewed within 1 year of expiration.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
License lapses if not renewed within 1 year of expiration (then re-test).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $30
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)The Secretary may assess a $27 late fee (or the fee due, if less) on renewals received more than 30 days after expiration (6 V.S.A. 1); no separate pesticide late fee is listed.
Reinstatement
Lapsed >1 year (or insufficient credits): must retake exams. Credits for expired certifications must reach VAAFM before Feb 1 after expiration.

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

Fee $30 per certification category per year, max $120 per applicator. Core exam + category exam. Applicator must be affiliated with a licensed pesticide company. Exams: $25 in person / $60 online (Everblue) per exam (VAAFM applicator-types page).

Pesticide Company License (commercial pesticide business)

Company · State license · Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets

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
Annual; the license period runs January 1 to December 31 (6 V.S.A. 1112) and licenses expire December 31 each year. Pay with the application, ideally together with applicator certification fees; renewal packets are mailed mid-November.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
License lapses if not renewed within 1 year of expiration (then re-test).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $75
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)The Secretary may assess a $27 late fee (or the fee due, if less) on renewals received more than 30 days after expiration (6 V.S.A. 1); no separate pesticide late fee is listed.
Reinstatement
Lapsed >1 year (or insufficient credits): must retake exams. Credits for expired certifications must reach VAAFM before Feb 1 after expiration.

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

$75 per year (6 V.S.A. 1112; Agency fee schedule); fee covers one year or any part of it. Required for companies engaged in commercial pesticide application. Applicators must be affiliated with a licensed company.

Plumbing3 license types

Journeyman Plumber

Journeyman · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
8 hours
Show CE rules8 hours of Board-approved continued training/instruction within the previous 24 months (26 V.S.A. 2195(d)); DFS publishes an approved-course list. Plus Vermont Energy Goals education module (max 2 hours) required for initial licensure and every renewal; certificate submitted with the renewal.
Deadline rule
License valid 2 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 2195(a)); specific month shown on license / online account.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
90-day late-renewal window (with $15 fee); license is expired during this period.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $90
Late fee
Within 90 days of expiration: pay about $15 reinstatement fee plus renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 2195(b)).
Reinstatement
After 90 days the licensee must appear before the Board to request reinstatement (26 V.S.A. 2195(c)); no fee stated in statute.

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

Fee per 26 V.S.A. 2193(c).

Master Plumber

Master · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
8 hours
Show CE rules8 hours of Board-approved continued training/instruction within the previous 24 months (26 V.S.A. 2195(d)); DFS publishes an approved-course list. Plus Vermont Energy Goals education module (max 2 hours) required for initial licensure and every renewal; certificate submitted with the renewal.
Deadline rule
License valid 2 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 2195(a)); specific month shown on license / online account.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
90-day late-renewal window (with $15 fee); license is expired during this period.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $120
Late fee
Within 90 days of expiration: pay about $15 reinstatement fee plus renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 2195(b)).
Reinstatement
After 90 days the licensee must appear before the Board to request reinstatement (26 V.S.A. 2195(c)); no fee stated in statute.

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

Fee per 26 V.S.A. 2193(c) for the 2-year term. Plumbing regulated by Plumbers' Examining Board under DFS, not OPR.

Specialist Plumber (Water Heater / Heating System / Water Treatment)

Specialist · State license · Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
8 hours
Show CE rules8 hours of Board-approved continued training/instruction within the previous 24 months (26 V.S.A. 2195(d)); DFS publishes an approved-course list. Plus Vermont Energy Goals education module (max 2 hours) required for initial licensure and every renewal; certificate submitted with the renewal.
Deadline rule
License valid 2 years; expires on the last day of a month designated by the Board (26 V.S.A. 2195(a)); specific month shown on license / online account.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
90-day late-renewal window (with $15 fee); license is expired during this period.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $50
Late fee
Within 90 days of expiration: pay about $15 reinstatement fee plus renewal fee (26 V.S.A. 2195(b)).
Reinstatement
After 90 days the licensee must appear before the Board to request reinstatement (26 V.S.A. 2195(c)); no fee stated in statute.

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/journeyman holders pay no fee for specialist licenses (26 V.S.A. 2193(d)).

Roofing1 license type

Residential Contractor Registration (applies to roofers)

Registration · State registration · Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (Secretary of State)

Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
Not required
Deadline rule
Biennial renewal (26 V.S.A. 5507). OPR licenses renew on a fixed two-year cycle for each profession; the exact expiration date is shown in the OPR online account and on Find a Professional. OPR emails a renewal notice and opens renewal 6 weeks before expiration. An initial registration issued 90 days or less before the profession's renewal date runs through the next full two-year period.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period stated; registration is expired after the expiration date and work requiring registration may not be contracted. Renewal opens 6 weeks before expiration.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $250
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Not set out in 26 V.S.A. ch. 106. OPR-regulated registrations fall under the general OPR rule (3 V.S.A. 127(d)) for a registration expired no more than one biennial period: reinstatement within 30 days of expiration carries a $100 penalty; after 30 days the penalty equals the renewal fee plus about $40 for each additional month or fraction (capped at about $1,500), plus the renewal fee. Penalty relief is possible only for exceptional circumstances or extreme hardship.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Renew and pay the penalty above if expired no more than one biennial period; practicing on an expired registration is unprofessional conduct and may be treated as unauthorized practice. Longer lapses: contact OPR.

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
Minimum general liability $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate; certificate of insurance uploaded with initial and each biennial renewal. Written contract required for jobs of $10,000+.
Notes

Vermont has no state roofing license. Roofing is a covered residential trade: registration is required for residential work estimated at $10,000 or more (labor and materials) on homes or buildings of 4 or fewer units since April 1, 2023. Fee $75 individual or $250 business organization at initial application and at each biennial renewal (26 V.S.A. 5507). The exact expiration date is shown in the OPR online account. Subcontractors not hired directly by the homeowner are exempt.

Licensing boards

Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety (Trade Licensing)

Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (Secretary of State)

Sources

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