Michigan Construction Licensing
Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Michigan.
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Company Licenses
Michigan Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Michigan Electrical Contractor License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Electrical/Fire Alarm/Sign Contractor Examination and License |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
| Due: | Triennially |
Michigan Mechanical Contractor License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Mechanical Contractor Examination & Licensing |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
| Due: | Triennially |
Michigan Plumbing Contractor License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Journey Plumber/Master Plumber/ Plumbing Contractor Examination & License |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
| Due: | Triennially |
Michigan Residential Builder Company License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $195 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Due: | Triennially by May 31. |
Individual Licenses
Michigan Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses
Michigan Boiler Installer License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Boiler Installer's or Repairer's Examination |
| Agency Fee: | $100 exam fee + $80 license fee |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $80 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Boiler Operator License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Boiler Operator or Stationary Engineer Examination and Registration |
| Agency Fee: | $50 applicaiton fee + $80 if applying for either Low Pressure OR High Pressure status and additional $80 if applying for BOTH High and Low Pressure status. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $80 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Boiler Repairer License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Boiler Installer's or Repairer's Examination |
| Agency Fee: | $100 exam fee + $80 license fee |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $80 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Electrical Journeyman License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Elevator Journeyperson License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 Exam fee and $40 license fee |
| Notarize: | Required |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Fire Alarm Specialty Technician License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Journeyman Plumber License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Journey Plumber/Master Plumber/ Plumbing Contractor Examination & License |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Annually by April 30. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Lead Inspector Certification / License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Determined by date applied. Option 1 : March - August $475. Option 2 September - February $325 |
| Notes: | If applying for reciprocity, verify out of state training meets Michigan requirements outlined in Act 333.5468 and Rules 325.99301 – 325.99304 by contacting the Department at 517-335-9390 or HHSInfo@Michigan.gov. |
| Before you Apply: | The Michigan Lead Abatement Act requires individuals engaging in lead-based paint activities be certified through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) prior to conducting work. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $300 renewal fee + $125 exam fee = $425 |
| Due: | Annually by March 30. |
Michigan Maintenance and Alteration Contractor Individual License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Residential Builder or Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License or Relicense Application |
| Agency Fee: | $195 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Due: | Triennially by May 31. |
Michigan Master Electrician License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Master Plumber License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Journey Plumber/Master Plumber/ Plumbing Contractor Examination & License |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
| Due: | Triennially by April 30. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Plumbing Apprentice Registration
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Annually by April 30. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
Michigan Residential Builder Individual License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Residential Builder or Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License or Relicense Application |
| Agency Fee: | $195 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Due: | Triennially by May 31. |
Michigan Sign Specialist License
| Agency: | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) - Bureau of Construction Codes - Licensing Division |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Notes: | A renewal notice is sent prior to expiration-no form on website. |
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Associated General Contractors of America
Professional association providing advocacy and organization for construction firms and workers.
National Association of Home Builders
National association for the promotion of the housing industry.
National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies
National organization that represents and promotes the interests of state level contractor licensing agencies.
