Wisconsin Construction Licensing
Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Wisconsin.
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Company Licenses
Wisconsin Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Wisconsin Asbestos Company Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Asbestos Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $400 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $400 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
Commercial general contractors are not required to hold a state-issued license for this type of work. You should contact the municipality in which you are performing work to determine if a license is required at the local level.
Contractors working on one or two-famiy homes are required to have the Dwelling Contractor Certification and Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification if you are doing general construction work, such as siding, insulation, and roofing, on one- or two-family homes that require you to pull building permits. The municipality in which you are doing work determines what type of work requires building permits.
Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
| Insurance Requirements: |
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| Bond Requirements: | $25,000 |
| Notes: | Dwelling Contractors must only submit the Bond or the Liability Insurance, not both. They are required to provide proof of Workers' Compensation and Unemployment Insurance regardless of which they choose. |
| Qualifying Individual Requirements: | Must hold a current Wisconsin Drilling Contractor Qualifier certification |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Dwelling Contractor Certification Application Information - Form 3096 |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 credential fee. |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
| Notarization Required?: | Not required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
| Notarization Required?: | Not required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Commercial general contractors are not required to hold a state-issued license for this type of work. You should contact the municipality in which you are performing work to determine if a license is required at the local level.
Contractors working on one or two-famiy homes are required to have the Dwelling Contractor Certification and Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification if you are doing general construction work, such as siding, insulation, and roofing, on one- or two-family homes that require you to pull building permits. The municipality in which you are doing work determines what type of work requires building permits.
Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor Restricted Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
| Insurance Requirements: |
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| Bond Requirements: | At least $5,000 but less than $25,000. |
| Qualifying Individual Requirements: | Must hold a current Wisconsin Drilling Contractor Qualifier certification |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Dwelling Contractor Restricted Certification Application Information - Form 3098 |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 credential fee. |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Wisconsin Electrical Contractor License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $260 |
| Before you Apply: | Firm Requirements
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | By June 30 every 4 years |
Wisconsin Elevator Contractor License
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $100 credential fee |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance |
Wisconsin Exterior Asbestos Company Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Asbestos Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
Registration Renewal
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Wisconsin HVAC Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $160 prorated credential fee based on the 4-year license term |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $160 |
| Due: | Every 4 years from the date of issuance |
Wisconsin Lead Abatement Company Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Lead Safe Division |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: |
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Registration Renewal
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| Due: | Renewals are due either 2 years by the date of issuance or 4 years by the date of issuance, depending on the election made on the initial application. |
Wisconsin Plumbing Contractor License
Not required
Plumbing Contractor Company licensure is not required on the State level in Wisconsin.
There is no state level license for plumbing firms in Wiscosin, however, individual and local licensing requirements may apply.
Wisconsin UDC Inspection Agency Registration
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $100 credential fee |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
Local Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
City of Superior Contractor Registration
| Agency: | City of Superior Building Inspection Division (WI) |
| Notes: | Separate registrations are required for each classification of work provided by the contractor. |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100. Fees are reduced by half if applying in November or later. |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Wisconsin Rapids Contractor License
Not required
General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the City level in Wisconsin Rapids.
Individual Licenses
Wisconsin Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses
Wisconsin Asbestos Abatement Exterior Supervisor Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Asbestos Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $75 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $75 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Wisconsin Asbestos Abatement Exterior Worker Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Asbestos Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $125 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Renewal of certification is not required if refresher training is taken annually and documented.
Wisconsin Asbestos Abatement Inspector Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Asbestos Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $175 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $175 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Wisconsin Asbestos Abatement Management Planner Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Asbestos Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $125 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $125 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Wisconsin Asbestos Abatement Project Designer Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Asbestos Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $175 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $175 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Wisconsin Asbestos Abatement Supervisor Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Asbestos Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $125 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $125 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Wisconsin Asbestos Abatement Worker Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Asbestos Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $75 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $75 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Wisconsin Automatic Fire Sprinkler System Apprentice Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Automatic Fire Sprinkler System Apprentice Registration Application Information - Form 3116 |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance |
Wisconsin Automatic Fire Sprinkler Tester Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Automatic Fire Sprinkler Tester Registration Application Information (includes Form 3117T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 exam fee + $180 credential fee once exam has been passed |
| Notes: | Applicants must meet one of the following to sit for the exam:
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| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $180 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
Wisconsin Class 1 Blaster License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Class 1 Blaster License Application Information (includes Form 3088T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $30 exam fee + $8 CIB fee + $100 credential fee once the exam is passed |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $108 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal application and exam will be mailed by the Department at least 30 calendar days prior to the expiration of the credential. |
Wisconsin Class 2 Blaster License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Class 2 Blaster License Application Information (includes Form 3089T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $30 exam fee + $8 CIB fee + $100 credential fee once exam is passed |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $108 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal application and exam will be mailed by the Department at least 30 calendar days prior to the expiration of the credential. |
Wisconsin Class 3 Blaster License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Class 3 Blaster License Application Information (includes Form 3090T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $30 exam fee + $8 CIB fee + $100 credential fee once the exam has been passed |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $108 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal application and exam will be mailed by the Department at least 30 calendar days prior to the expiration of the credential. |
Wisconsin Class 4 Blaster License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Class 4 Blaster License Application Information (includes Form 3091T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $30 exam fee + $8 CIB fee + $100 credential fee once the exam has been passed |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $108 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal application and exam will be mailed by the Department at least 30 calendar days prior to the expiration of the credential. |
Wisconsin Class 5 Blaster License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Class 5 Blaster License Application Information (includes Form 3092T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $30 exam fee + $8 CIB fee + $100 credential fee once the exam has been passed |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $108 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal application and exam will be mailed by the Department at least 30 calendar days prior to the expiration of the credential. |
Wisconsin Class 6 Blaster License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Class 6 Blaster License Application Information (includes Form 3093T) |
| Instructions: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $30 exam fee + $8 CIB fee + $100 credential fee once the exam has been passed |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $108 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal application and exam will be mailed by the Department at least 30 calendar days prior to the expiration of the credential. |
Wisconsin Class 7 Blaster License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Class 7 Blaster License Application Information (includes Form 3094T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $30 exam fee + $8.00 CIB fee + $100 credential fee once the exam is passed |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $108 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal application and exam will be mailed by the Department at least 30 calendar days prior to the expiration of the credential. |
Wisconsin Commercial Building Inspector Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Commercial Building Inspector Certification Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 exam fee + $40 prorated credential fee once the exam is passed |
Reciprocal Registration
| Instructions: | Commercial Building Inspector Certification Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $40 prorated credential fee once certification is verified |
| Notes: | Applicants can obtain certification without taking the exam by submitting evidence of holding a current registration or certification from the ICC or a Wisconsin registration in one of the following categories:
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin Commercial Electrical Inspector Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Commercial Electrical Inspector Certification Application (includes Form 3148T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 exam fee + $40 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
| Notes: | A person applying for a Commercial Electrical Inspector certification examination should have one of the following:
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| Required Attachments: |
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Reciprocal Registration
| Instructions: | Commercial Electrical Inspector Certification Application (includes Form 3148T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $40 prorated credential fee once certification is verified |
| Notes: | Applicants can obtain certification without taking the exam by submitting evidence of holding a current certification or license in one of the following categories:
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin Commercial Plumbing Inspector Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Commercial Plumbing Inspector Certification Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 exam fee + $40 prorated credential fee once the exam is passed |
Reciprocal Registration
| Instructions: | Commercial Plumbing Inspector Certification Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $40 prorated credential fee once state license is verified |
| Notes: | Applicants holding a current Wisconsin Master Plumber or Journeyman Plumber License can obtain a certification without taking an exam.
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin Cross Connection Control Tester Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Cross Connection Control Assembly Tester Registration Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $180 credential fee |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $180 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification Application Information - Form 3097 |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $30 credential fee. |
| Before you Apply: | Persons applying for a Dwelling Contractor Qualified License must have taken an approved 12-hour initial qualifier course in dwelling construction within one year before the date of their application. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
| Notes: | All applicants must complete 12 hours of department-approved CE relevant to the professional area of expertise of the person seeking to obtain a building permit every 2 years. CE must include at least 4 hours focused on construction laws and codes and contracts, liability, and risk management. |
| Required Attachments: |
Wisconsin Electrical Apprentice Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $15 credential fee |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date. |
Wisconsin Elevator Apprentice Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $15 credential fee. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date. |
Wisconsin Elevator Apprentice Restricted Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Elevator Apprentice Restricted Registration Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $15 credential fee |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date. |
Wisconsin Elevator Inspector Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $120 prorated credential fee based on a 4-year term from December 31st |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by December 31 |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date. |
Wisconsin Elevator Mechanic License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Elevator Mechanic License Application Information (includes Form 3142T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $90 credential fee |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $90 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date. |
Wisconsin Elevator Mechanic Restricted License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Elevator Mechanic Restricted License Application Information (includes Form 3143T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $90 credential fee |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $90 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date |
Wisconsin Fire Detection, Prevention and Suppression Inspector Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Fire Detection, Prevention, and Suppression Inspector Certification Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $40 prorated credential fee |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin HVAC Qualifier Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | HVAC Qualifier Certification Application Information (includes Form 3122T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 exam fee + $60 credential fee once exam is passed |
| Notes: | To sit for the HVAC Qualifier Certification Exam an applicant should have completed one of the following:
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $60 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
Wisconsin Industrial Electrical Apprentice Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Industrial Electrical Apprentice Registration Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $15 credential fee. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date |
Wisconsin Industrial Journeyman Electrician License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Industrial Journeyman Electrician License Application Information (includes Form 3105T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 application fee + $30 exam fee + $100 prorated credential fee once the exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin Journeyman Automatic Fire Sprinkler Fitter License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Journeyman Automatic Fire Sprinkler Fitter License Application Information - Form 3119 |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $10 application fee + $20 exam fee +$180 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $180 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30. |
Wisconsin Journeyman Electrician License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Journeyman Electrician License Application Information (includes Form 3106T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 application fee + $30 exam fee + $100 prorated credential fee once the exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin Journeyman Plumber License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Journeyman Plumber License Application Information (includes Form 3126T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $10 application fee + $20 exam fee + $180 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $180 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by March 31 |
Wisconsin Journeyman Plumber Restricted Appliance License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Journeyman Plumber Restricted Appliance License Application Information (includes Form 3127T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $10 application fee + $20 exam fee + $180 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $180 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by March 31 |
Wisconsin Journeyman Plumber Restricted Service License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Journeyman Plumber Restricted Service License Application Information (includes Form 3128T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $10 application fee + $20 exam fee + $180 prorated credential fee once the exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $180 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by March 31 |
Wisconsin Lift Apprentice Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $15 credential fee |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
Wisconsin Lift Mechanic License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Lift Mechanic License Application Information (includes Form 3146T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $90 credential fee |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $90 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance |
Wisconsin Manufactured Home Installer License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
Wisconsin Master Electrician License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Master Electrician License Application Information (includes Form 3107T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 application fee + $30 exam fee + $200 prorated credential fee once the exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin Master Plumber License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Master Plumber License Application Information (including Form 3129T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 application fee + $30 exam fee + $500 prorated credential fee once the exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $500 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by March 31 |
Wisconsin Master Plumber Restricted Appliance License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Master Plumber Restricted Appliance License Application Information (includes Form 3130T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 application fee + $30 exam fee + $500 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $500 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by March 31 |
Wisconsin Master Plumber Restricted Service License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Master Plumber Restricted Service License Application Information (includes Form 3131T) |
| Instructions: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 application fee + $30 exam fee + $500 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $500 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by March 31 |
Wisconsin Plumbing Apprentice Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $15 credential fee |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date. |
Wisconsin Plumbing Learner Restricted Appliance Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Plumbing Learner Restricted Appliance Registration Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $15 credential fee. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
There is no renewal for this profession. The credential holder must re-apply bi-annually (2 years) from date of issuance if specified coursework for credential is not completed.
Wisconsin Plumbing Learner Restricted Service Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Plumbing Learner Restricted Service Registration Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $15 credential fee |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
There is no renewal for this profession. The credential holder must re-apply bi-annually (2 years) from date of issuance if specified coursework for credential is not completed.
Wisconsin Registered Master Electrician Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Registered Master Electrician Registration Application Information (includes Form 3109T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 application fee + $150 credential fee. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
This registration does not expire.
Wisconsin Residential Electrical Apprentice Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Residential Electrical Apprentice Registration Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $15 credential fee. |
| Notes: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date. |
Wisconsin Residential Journeyman Electrician License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Residential Journeyman Electrician License Application Information (includes Form 3111T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 application fee + $30 exam fee + $100 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin Residential Master Electrician License
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Residential Master Electrician License Application Information (includes Form 3112T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 application fee + $30 exam fee + $200 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin UDC Construction Inspector Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | UDC Construction Inspector Certification Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 exam fee + $40 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin UDC Electrical Inspector Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | UDC Electrical Inspector Certification Application Information |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 exam fee + $40 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin UDC HVAC Inspector Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 exam fee + $40 prorated credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin UDC Plumbing Inspector Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $25 exam fee + $40 prorated credential fee once the exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by June 30 |
Wisconsin Weld Test Conductor Certification
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $20 exam fee + $80 credential fee once exam is passed |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $80 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by date of issuance |
Wisconsin Welder Registration
| Agency: | Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services |
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 application fee + $35 credential fee |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the date of issuance |
| Notes: | A renewal Reminder/Application will be mailed before renewal date. |
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