Contractor licenses in South Dakota
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
- South Dakota Plumbing Commission
- Renewal cycle
- Every year for most licenses; every 2 years for others
- Renewal fees
- $20-$275
- Continuing education
- 4-16 hours per cycle
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All license pages
| License | Board | Renewal | Fee | CE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appliance Installation Contractor License | South Dakota Plumbing Commission | 1 year | See page | None |
| Appliance Installation Installer License | South Dakota Plumbing Commission | 1 year | See page | None |
| Apprentice Electrician License | South Dakota Electrical Commission | 2 years | $20.00 | None |
| Apprentice Plumber License | South Dakota Plumbing Commission | 1 year | See page | None |
| Class B Electrician License Bond required | South Dakota Electrical Commission | 2 years | See page | 16 hours |
| Electrical Contractor License Bond and Insurance required | South Dakota Electrical Commission | 2 years | $200.00 | 16 hours |
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Renewal deadlines in South Dakota
When South Dakota contractor licenses come due
Every year
15 license pages, including Plumbing Contractor License, Journeyman Plumber License, Master Plumber License.
Every 2 years
5 license pages, including Electrical Contractor License, Journeyman Electrician License, Maintenance Electrician License.
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