Washington Construction Licensing
Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Washington.
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Company Licenses
Washington Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Washington Asbestos Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $1050 and The prorated fee would be: $87.50 x no of months |
| Notes: | See the instructions on the back of this form to determine your pro-rated fee for this initial application. The annual fee for this certificate is $1,050. The fee is due on the same month and day as your Contractor Registration. Prorating your annual fee If your certification will be granted for less than a full year, the $1,050 annual fee can be prorated to $87.50 for each month or partial month that will be covered by the certificate |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $1050 and The prorated fee would be: $87.50 x no of months |
| Due: | Annually |
| Notes: | The annual fee for this certificate is $1,050.00. The fee is due on the same month and day as your Washington Contractor Registration. |
Washington Construction Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $124.70 |
| Original Ink: | Required |
| Notarize: | Required |
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| Bond Amount: | General Contractor $12,000. Speciality Contractor $6,000 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $124.70 |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
| Notarize: | Not required |
Washington Electrical Contractor License
| Agency: | Washington State Department of Labor & Industries - Electrical Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $319.20 |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $277.60 by mail or $240.10 online. |
| Due: | Biennially |
Washington Elevator Contractor License
| Agency: | Washington Department of Labor and Industries - Contractor Section |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $193 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $129 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
Washington Telecommunications Contractor License
| Agency: | Washington Department of Labor and Industries - Contractor Section |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $277.60 license fee + $41.60 assignment of assignment administrator fee |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $278 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
Local Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Seattle Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Contractor's License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Depends on license class:
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Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | Depends on license class:
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| Due: | Annually by June 30. |
Individual Licenses
Washington Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses
Washington Asbestos Supervisor Certification
Initial Registration
| Agency Fee: | $750 for week-long class; site locations listed at https://lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/other-licenses-permits/asbestos-certification |
| Notes: | To become certified: You must attend a 40-hour Asbestos Supervisor training course, complete 1600 hours of work in one or more of L&I?s five qualifying work categories, have your employer(s) complete an Affidavit of Experience (F413-078-000) to attach to your application. Upon completion of training and verification of hours, you will be issued an Asbestos Supervisor Certification. Information at: https://lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/other-licenses-permits/asbestos-certification |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $280 refresher course; site locations listed at https://lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/other-licenses-permits/asbestos-certification |
| Due: | Certification expires 1 year from the course completion. |
Washington Asbestos Worker Certification
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $550 for week-long class; site locations listed at https://lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/other-licenses-permits/asbestos-certification |
| Notes: | To become certified: You must attend a 32-hour Asbestos Worker training course. Upon completion of training and verification of hours, you will be issued an Asbestos Supervisor Certification. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $250 refresher course; site locations listed at https://lni.wa.gov/licensing-permits/other-licenses-permits/asbestos-certification |
| Due: | Certification expires 1 year from the course completion. |
Washington Certificate of Competency - Level 1
| Agency: | Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees are pro-rated based on when the application is filed. Fees range from $8 to $100. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. If renewing independently of your licensed employer the certification will not be issued until the employer has also renewed. |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are mailed to certificate holders prior to expiration. |
Washington Certificate of Competency - Level 2
| Agency: | Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees are pro-rated based on when the application is filed. Fees range from $8 to $100. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. If renewing independently of your licensed employer the certification will not be issued until the employer has also renewed. |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are mailed to certificate holders prior to expiration. |
Washington Certificate of Competency - Level 3
| Agency: | Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees are pro-rated based on when the application is filed. Fees range from $8 to $100. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. If renewing independently of your licensed employer the certification will not be issued until the employer has also renewed. |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are mailed to certificate holders prior to expiration. |
Washington Certificate of Competency - Level ITT
| Agency: | Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees are pro-rated based on when the application is filed. Fees range from $8 to $100. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. If renewing independently of your licensed employer the certification will not be issued until the employer has also renewed. |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are mailed to certificate holders prior to expiration. |
Washington Certificate of Competency - Level U
| Agency: | Washington State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Fees are pro-rated based on when the application is filed. Fees range from $8 to $100. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. If renewing independently of your licensed employer the certification will not be issued until the employer has also renewed. |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are mailed to certificate holders prior to expiration. |
Washington Elevator Mechanic License
| Agency: | Washington Department of Labor and Industries - Contractor Section |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $134 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $134 |
| Due: | Biennially by the licensee's date of birth. |
Washington General Journey Electrician Certification
| Agency: | Washington State Department of Labor & Industries - Electrical Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $90 plus examination fee ? this fee varies by specialty and is paid directly to the testing agency (PSI) |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Administrator/Electrician/Master Electrician Certificate Renewal |
| Agency Fee: | $84 |
| Due: | Electrician?s certificates must be renewed every 3 years and expire on the licensee's birthdate. |
Washington Journey Level Plumber Certification
| Agency: | Washington Department of Labor & Industries - Plumber Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $151.90 examination fee; upon successful completion of the exam, a $121.60 invoice for the certification fee will be mailed. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $122 |
| Due: | Plumber certification renews on licensee's birthdate every 2 years. |
Washington Master Electrician License
| Agency: | Washington State Department of Labor & Industries - Electrical Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Master Electrician Certification Examination |
| Agency Fee: | $160.60 plus examination fee which varies by specialty and is paid directly to the testing agency (PSI) |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Administrator/Electrician/Master Electrician Certificate Renewal Form |
| Agency Fee: | $159 |
| Due: | Triennially by the licensee's date of birth. |
Washington Plumber Trainee Certification
| Agency: | Washington Department of Labor & Industries - Plumber Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $45 |
| Notarize: | Required |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $45 |
| Due: | Annually by the licensee's date of birth. |
Washington Specialty Electrician Certification
| Agency: | Washington State Department of Labor & Industries - Electrical Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $90 plus examination fee which varies by specialty and is paid directly to the testing agency (PSI) |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Administrator/Electrician/Master Electrician Certificate Renewal |
| Agency Fee: | $84 |
| Due: | Triennially by the licensee's date of birth. |
Washington Specialty Plumber Certification
| Agency: | Washington Department of Labor & Industries - Plumber Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $151.90 examination fee; upon successful completion of the exam, a $121.60 invoice for the certification fee will be mailed. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $84 |
| Due: | Plumber certification renews on licensee's birthdate every 2 years. |
Washington Telecommunications Administrator Certification
| Agency: | Washington Department of Labor and Industries - Contractor Section |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $84 |
| Notes: | To become a telecommunications administrator you must take and pass the telecommunications administrator exam. Exams are admistered throu PSI. They will provide score report which serves as your application. |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $91 |
| Due: | Biennially by the licensee's date of birth. |
Local Construction and Contracting Individual Licenses
Seattle Gas Piping Mechanic License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $54.10 exam fee + $120.15 license fee. The license fee is halved if the license will expire within 6 months of the date of issuance. |
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Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $120.15 |
| Due: | Annually by March 31. |
Seattle Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $54.10 exam fee + $120.15 license fee. The license fee is halved if the license will expire within 6 months of the date of issuance. |
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Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $120.15 |
| Due: | Annually by June 30. |
Seattle Refrigeration Operating Engineer License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $54.10 exam fee + $120.15 license fee. The license fee is halved if the license will expire within 6 months of the date of issuance. |
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Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $120.15 |
| Due: | Annually by June 30. |
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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.
