Contractor licenses in Wisconsin
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
- Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years for most licenses; every 4 years, every year for others
- Renewal fees
- $25-$2,000
- Continuing education
- 12-24 hours per cycle
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Master Electrician License
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
Master Plumber License
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
HVAC Contractor License
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)
All license pages
| License | Board | Renewal | Fee | CE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asbestos Abatement Contractor License Insurance required | Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) | 2 years | $400.00 | None |
| Dwelling Contractor License Insurance required | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) | 1 year | $25.00 | None |
| Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) | 2 years | $30.00 | 12 hours |
| Elevator Contractor License Insurance required | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) | 2 years | $100.00 | None |
| Fire Sprinkler Contractor License | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) | 4 years | $2,000.00 | 24 hours |
| HVAC Contractor License | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) | 4 years | $160.00 | None |
| Lead-Safe Renovation (RRP) Requirements | Wisconsin Department of Health Services | 2 years | $125.00 | None |
| Master Electrician License | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) | 4 years | $200.00 | 24 hours |
| Master Plumber License | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) | 4 years | $500.00 | 24 hours |
| EPA Section 608 Technician Certification Special case | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | See page | See page | None |
| Milwaukee Home Improvement Contractor License Special case Insurance required | City of Milwaukee City Clerk's License Division | 1 year | $225.00 | 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 Wisconsin
When Wisconsin contractor licenses come due
Every 2 years
4 license pages, including Asbestos Abatement Contractor License, Elevator Contractor License, Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification.
Every 4 years
4 license pages, including Master Electrician License, Master Plumber License, HVAC Contractor License.
Every year
1 license page, including Dwelling Contractor License.
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