Contractor licenses in Michigan
Start with the page that matches your trade or classification, then use the official links and filing tools when you are ready to file.
- Licensing board
- Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
- Renewal cycle
- Every 3 years for most licenses; every year for others
- Renewal fees
- $46-$300
- Continuing education
- 6-21 hours per cycle
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Electrical Contractor License (State)
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
HVAC Contractor License (State)
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
Plumbing Contractor License (State)
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
All license pages
| License | Board | Renewal | Fee | CE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asbestos Abatement Contractor License Insurance required | Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) - MIOSHA Asbestos Program | 1 year | $100.00 | None |
| Boiler Contractor License (State) | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) | 1 year | $100.00 | None |
| Electrical Contractor License (State) | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) | 3 years | $300.00 | 15 hours |
| Fire Alarm Contractor License | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Construction Codes | 3 years | $300.00 | None |
| HVAC Contractor License (State) | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) | 3 years | $300.00 | 6 hours |
| Lead Abatement Contractor License Insurance required | Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) - Lead Certification and Compliance Assurance Section | 1 year | $220.00 | None |
| Maintenance and Alteration Contractor License | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) | 3 years | $150.00 | 21 hours |
| Plumbing Contractor License (State) | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) | 3 years | $300.00 | 6 hours |
| Residential Builder License (State) | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) | 3 years | $150.00 | 21 hours |
| Contractor License (Detroit) Special case | City of Detroit BSEED (Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department) | 1 year | $46.00 | None |
| EPA Section 608 Technician Certification Special case | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | See page | See page | None |
| Lead-Safe Renovation (RRP) Requirements Special case | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | 5 years | $300.00 | None |
| OSHA 10 Construction Outreach Training Special case | U.S. Department of Labor - OSHA | See page | See page | None |
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Renewal deadlines in Michigan
When Michigan contractor licenses come due
Every 3 years
6 license pages, including Electrical Contractor License (State), HVAC Contractor License (State), Plumbing Contractor License (State).
Every year
3 license pages, including Asbestos Abatement Contractor License, Lead Abatement Contractor License, Boiler Contractor License (State).
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