Contractor licenses in Georgia
Start with the page that matches your trade or classification, then use the official links and filing tools when you are ready to file.
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years for most licenses; every year for others
- Renewal fees
- $35-$200
- Continuing education
- 3-8 hours per cycle
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General Contractor License
Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors
Conditioned Air (HVAC) Contractor License
Georgia State Board of Conditioned Air Contractors
Electrical Contractor License (Unrestricted)
Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board
All license pages
| License | Board | Renewal | Fee | CE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conditioned Air (HVAC) Contractor License Insurance required | Georgia State Board of Conditioned Air Contractors | 2 years | $100.00 | 8 hours |
| Electrical Contractor License (Unrestricted) Insurance required | Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board | 2 years | $100.00 | 8 hours |
| Fire Protection Contractor License Insurance required | Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner's Office | 1 year | $50.00 | None |
| General Contractor License Insurance required | Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors | 2 years | $100.00 | None |
| Journeyman Plumber License | Georgia Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers | 2 years | $35.00 | 8 hours |
| Lead-Safe Renovation (RRP) Requirements | Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) | 1 year | $125.00 | None |
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Renewal deadlines in Georgia
When Georgia contractor licenses come due
Every 2 years
9 license pages, including Conditioned Air (HVAC) Contractor License, Electrical Contractor License (Unrestricted), Master Plumber License.
Every year
2 license pages, including Fire Protection Contractor License, Lead-Safe Renovation (RRP) Requirements.
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