50-State Construction Licensing Compliance Guide
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Alabama Construction Licensing

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Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Alabama.

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Company Licenses

Alabama Construction and Contracting Company Licenses

Alabama Asbestos Removal Contractor Certification

Agency:Alabama Department of Environmental Management - Air Division
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Asbestos Removal Contractor Certification

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$740

Registration Renewal

Form:

Application for Asbestos Removal Contractor Certification (Renewal)

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$740

Due:

Annually

Alabama Fire Alarm Permit

Agency:Alabama Fire Marshal's Office
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100 application fee + $4 online fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100 renewal fee + $4 online fee

Due:

Annually by September 30. 

Alabama Fire Sprinkler Permit

Agency:Alabama Fire Marshal's Office
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$200 application fee + $4 online fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$200 fee + $4 online fee

Due:

Annually by September 30. 

Alabama Home Builders License - Limited

Agency:Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

The law regulating residential home builders does not address insurance.

Notes:

Limited licenses allow residential builders to work on projects that require a single trade and do not affect the structural integrity of the residence.

Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

New Limited Application Package

Agency Fee:

$250 license fee + $100 application fee.

Original Ink:Not required
Notarize:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$250

Due:

Annually by November 30.

Original Ink:Not required
Notarize:Not required

Alabama Home Builders License - Unlimited

Agency:Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Insurance Requirements:

The law regulating residential home builders does not address insurance.

Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

New Unlimited Application Package

Agency Fee:

$250 license fee + $100 application fee.

Original Ink:Not required
Notarize:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$250

Due:

Annually by November 30.

Original Ink:Not required
Notarize:Not required

Amendment
Designated Qualifying Representative (DQR) Change

Form:

Designated Qualifying Representative (DQR) Change Form

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

A new qualifying individual must be named within 45 days of the removal of the previous qualifier.

Notarize:Required
Required Attachments:
  • If corporation, a current listing of officers from your minutes or a signed officer listing on company letterhead. If a limited liability company (LLC), company minutes showing that the new DQR is a member (if a member-run LLC) or a manager (if a manager- run LLC). If a partnership, a current signed listing of partners.
  • Your current original Home Builders licensure certificate and card so that we may void and reprint license with the new DQR’s name.
  • Copy of the new DQR’s passing test score for the Alabama Home Builders exam OR a copy of the new DQR’s existing home builders license.
  • Proof of citizenship for the new DQR.

Alabama New Business Registration

Agency:Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

New Company Registration Form

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$0

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Alabama Prime Contractor License

Agency:Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors
Law:

AL Code § 34-8-2

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Financial Requirements:

Applicants must have a minimum net worth and working capital of $10,000.

Insurance Requirements:

Proof of current liability insurance is required.

Notes:

General contractor is defined as one who, for a fixed price, commission, fee, or wage undertakes to construct or superintend or engage in the construction, alteration, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, remediation, reclamation, or demolition of any building, highway, sewer, structure, site work, grading, paving or project or any improvement in the State of Alabama where the cost of the undertaking is $50,000 or more. This definition also includes one who, for a fixed price, commission, fee, or wage exceeding $5,000, undertakes to construct, superintend the construction of, repair, or renovate, any swimming pool, and anyone who shall engage in the construction, superintending of the construction, repair, or renovation of any swimming pool in the State of Alabama, where the cost of the undertaking exceeds $5,000.

Major Classifications
--Building Construction
--Building Construction under four stores
--Highways & Streets
--Municipal & Utility
--Heavy & Railroad
--Swimming Pools
--Mechanical
--Electrical
--Environmental
--Demolition

Specialty Classifications


-Mechanical Specialty Classifications
--Chiller Installation
--HVAC (requires certification card)
--Process Piping
--Ductwork
--Industrial Pipework
--Refrigeration (requires certification card)
--Fire Protection Systems
--Insulation
--Sheet Metal
--Gas Piping (requires certification card)
--Plumbing (requires certification card)
--Welding

-Electrical Specialty Classifications
--Electrical Control Systems
--Low Voltage
--Electric Power Lines
--Substations
--Generators
--Towers
--Lighting
--Transmission Lines

-Environmental Specialty Classifications
--Air & Pollution Control
--Reclamation
--Abatement (requires certification card)
--Remediation
--Landfills
--Tanks
--POL Dispensing System
--Waste Treatment

-Demolition Specialty Classifications
--Aerial Fiber Installation
--Cell Towers
--Equipment & Machinery
--Landscaping (requires certification card)
--Antenna & Line Installation
--Concrete
--Electronic Signature
--Security Equipment
--Athletic Fields
--Detention Equipment
--Fencing
--Solar Projects
--Audio/Visual Systems
--Energy Retrofit
--Irrigation
--Towers & Equipment

Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Prime Contractor License Application

Agency Fee:

$300

Original Ink:Required
Notes:

There is a separate board for residential licenses.

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$200

Due:

Renewals are due annually by the end of the renewal month. Renewal months are based on the first letter of the company name:

 

  • 'I', 'J', 'K', and 'L' names renew during the month of March.
  • 'M' and 'N' names renew during the month of April.
  • 'O', 'P', 'Q', and 'R' names renew during the month of May.
  • 'S' names renew during the month of June.
  • 'T', 'U', 'V', 'W', 'X', 'Y', and 'Z' names renew during the month of July.
  • 'G' and 'H' names renew during the month of August.
  • 'D', 'E', and 'F' names renew during the month of September.
  • 'C' names renew during the month of October.
  • 'B' names renew during the month of November.
  • 'A' names renew during the month of December.
Before you Apply:
  • Current Print Screen of the entity registration from the Alabama Secretary of State's Office (Corporations, LP, LLP, and LLC entities only)
  • Proof of Current Liability Insurance. The certificate holder must be listed as: Alabama License Board for General Contractors, 445 Dexter Ave, Suite 3060, Montgomery, AL 36104. 
  • Alabama Certification Card(s), if applicable, from the appropriate Alabama State Board 
  • A current Financial Statement no more than one year old at the time of submission. (Audited, Reviewed, or Complied financial statement in accordance with US GAAP prepared by a Certified Public Accountant or Licensed Public Accountant approved by the Board

Amendment
Change of Qualifying Party

Form:

Qualifying Party Form

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

When the qualifying party terminates employment with the licensee, the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be notified in writing, by the licensee,within 30 days of the disassociation and another party must qualify within 60 days of the disassociation.

Notes:

Use the qualifying party form to start the process of establishing a new qualifying party. If a qualifying party is leaving, also send a letter to the board explaning the change.

Alabama Roofers License

Agency:Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Yes
Bond Requirements:

A $10,000 license bond must be submitted and must name the board as the obligee.

Notes:

A residential roofer license is required for residential roofing projects when the total cost of the project exceeds $2,500.

Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

New Roofers Application Package

Agency Fee:

$150 license fee + $100 application fee.

Original Ink:Not required
Notarize:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by November 30.

Original Ink:Not required
Notarize:Not required

Alabama Subcontractor License

Agency:Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Notes:

Subcontractors that perform work of $50,000 or more are required to obtain a license.

Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Sub Contractor License Application

Agency Fee:

$150

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$100

Due:

Renewals are due annually by the end of the renewal month. Renewal months are based on the first letter of the company name:

 

  • 'I', 'J', 'K', and 'L' names renew during the month of March.
  • 'M' and 'N' names renew during the month of April.
  • 'O', 'P', 'Q', and 'R' names renew during the month of May.
  • 'S' names renew during the month of June.
  • 'T', 'U', 'V', 'W', 'X', 'Y', and 'Z' names renew during the month of July.
  • 'G' and 'H' names renew during the month of August.
  • 'D', 'E', and 'F' names renew during the month of September.
  • 'C' names renew during the month of October.
  • 'B' names renew during the month of November.
  • 'A' names renew during the month of December.

Amendment
Change of Qualifying Party

Form:

Qualifying Party Form

Agency Fee:

$0

Due:

When the qualifying party terminates employment with the licensee, the State Licensing Board for General Contractors must be notified in writing, by the licensee,within 30 days of the disassociation and another party must qualify within 60 days of the disassociation.

Notes:

Use the qualifying party form to start the process of establishing a new qualifying party. If a qualifying party is leaving, also send a letter to the board explaning the change.

Local Construction and Contracting Company Licenses

City of Clanton Contractor License

Agency:City of Clanton Public Works Department - Building & Zoning - Commericial & Residential Projects (AL)
Law:

City of Clanton Business License Code

Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Contractor License Registgration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

Fee is determined by estimated gross revenue + $12 issuance fee. See application for price structure. 

Registration Renewal

Form:

Contractor License Registration Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

Fee is determined by estimated gross revenue + $12 issuance fee. See application for price structure. 

Due:

Annually by January 31. 

City of Vestavia Contractor Business License

Agency:City of Vestavia Hills Building Department (AL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Notes:

(Ord. No. 2315, § 23, 11-23-09; Ord. No. 2747, § 3.02, 4-9-18)

Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

General contractors $300, Speciality trade contractors $150 + $12 issuance fee

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

General contractors $300, Speciality trade contractors $150 + $12 issuance fee

Due:

Annually by January 31. 

Individual Licenses

Alabama Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses

Alabama Apprentice Gas Fitter Registration

Agency:Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Apprentice Registration Form

Agency Fee:

$25; $12 if applying between July 1 and December 31.

Notarize:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$25

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Alabama Apprentice Plumber Registration

Agency:Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Apprentice Registration Form

Agency Fee:

$25; $12 if applying between July 1 and December 31.

Notarize:Required

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$25

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Alabama Asbestos Inspector & Management Planner Accreditation

Agency:Alabama Asbestos Contractor Accreditation Program
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$240

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$240

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Alabama Asbestos Inspector Accreditation

Agency:Alabama Asbestos Contractor Accreditation Program
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Alabama Asbestos Management Planner Accreditation

Agency:Alabama Asbestos Contractor Accreditation Program
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Alabama Asbestos Project Designer Accreditation

Agency:Alabama Asbestos Contractor Accreditation Program
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Alabama Asbestos Supervisor Accreditation

Agency:Alabama Asbestos Contractor Accreditation Program
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$180

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Alabama Asbestos Worker Accreditation

Agency:Alabama Asbestos Contractor Accreditation Program
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Registration Renewal

Filing Method:

Online

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by the date of issuance.

Alabama Electrical Contractor License

Agency:Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Electrical Contractors License Application

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$165 exam fee + $150 license fee.

Registration Renewal

Form:

Electrical Contractors, Journeyman and Provisional Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail or online.

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually

Alabama HVAC Contractor License

Agency:Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Licensure

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$165

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewal Form

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$165

Due:

Annually

Alabama Journeyman Electrician License

Agency:Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Journeyman License by Examination

Agency Fee:

$115

Notarize:Required

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewal Form

Agency Fee:

$35

Due:

Annually

Alabama Journeyman Gas Fitter License

Agency:Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Examination

Agency Fee:

$110 Exam fee; Upon successful completion of the exam, a license fee is sent and it is prorated according to the date.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Notes:

A renewal notice is sent in the mail.

Alabama Journeyman Plumber License

Agency:Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Examination

Agency Fee:

$110 Exam fee: Upon successful completion of the exam, a license fee is sent and it is prorated according to the date.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Notes:

A renewal notice is sent in the mail.

Alabama Master Gas Fitter License

Agency:Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Examination

Agency Fee:

$160 Exam fee; Upon successful completion of the exam, a license fee is sent and it is prorated according to the date.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Notes:

A renewal notice is sent in the mail.

Alabama Master Plumber License

Agency:Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Examination

Agency Fee:

$160 Exam fee; Upon successful completion of the exam, a license fee is sent and it is prorated according to the date.

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$150

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Notes:

A renewal notice is sent in the mail.

Alabama Refrigeration Contractor License

Agency:Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Application for Licensure

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$165

Registration Renewal

Form:

Renewal Form

Filing Method:

Mail

Agency Fee:

$165

Due:

Annually

Local Construction and Contracting Individual Licenses

Birmingham Master Electrician Registration

Agency:City of Birmingham Department of Planning & Permits (AL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:Not Set
Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?Not Set

Initial Registration

Form:

Electrician Master Registration

Agency Fee:

$100

Required Attachments:
  • A copy of your state license
  • A copy of your driver's license

Registration Renewal

Agency Fee:

$50

Due:

Annually by December 31.

Notes:

Contact the Department of Planning & Permits for a renewal application.

City of Mobile Master Electrician Card

Agency:City of Mobile - Build Mobile - Permitting Division (AL)
Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite:No
Bond Requirements:
  • $10,000
  • Must use the City of Mobile Bond Form
Notes:

Must hold a valid and current State of Alabama Electrical License

Exam Required?Not Set
Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required?No

Initial Registration

Form:

Please call Build Mobile at (251) 208-5895 to request an application packet and list of requirements via email

Filing Method:

Mail or e-mail

Agency Fee:

$101 application fee

Before you Apply:

Create a City of Mobile CSS account

Required Attachments:
  • Bond
  • State of Alabama Electrical License
  • Valid ID
  • City of Mobile Business License (if not obtaining it for the first time)
  • Contractor's Letter of Authorization
  • Commercial projects over $50,000: State of Alabama General Contractor's License with Electrical Specialty
  • If applying for a City of Mobile business license include photocopies of your Articles of Incorporation
  • 2 full-color headshots

Registration Renewal

Form:

Electrical Certificate and Card Renewal

Filing Method:

Mail, in-person, and online

Agency Fee:

$31 renewal fee

Due:

Triennially by February 28

Penalties:

Renewals processed after the expiration date will incur a double fee

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Revised August 29, 2023. Complete data last reviewed April 13, 2018.
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