North Carolina Contractor Licensing

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North Carolina Electrical, Alarm and General Contractor License

Are you interested in obtaining a contractor’s license in North Carolina? Contact us for a Application Fee.

Electrical Contracting Licenses in North Carolina (NC)

Electrical Licensing is regulated by the NC State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors (NCBEEC). There are 10 different classifications of electrical contracting licenses. Pre-approval is required to take the exam. Exams are administered by PSI and cannot be taken out-of-state.

Reciprocity is available to license holders in Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Virginia, West Virginia, Texas, Ohio, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee.

API Processing will help you with your application processing for these electrical classification:

  • Unlimited
  • Intermediate
  • (SP-SFD) Residential
  • Limited
    • (SP-FA/LV) Low Voltage/Fire Alarm
    • (SP-EL) Elevator
    • (SP-PH) Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
    • (SP-WP) Groundwater Pump
    • (SP-ES) Electrical sign
    • (SP-SP) Swimming Pool

 

Burgler Alarm Licensing

  • The Alarm Systems Licensing Board regulates all persons, firms, corporations, and associations engaged in the alarm system business in North Carolina.
  • Let’s face it, getting a burglar alarm license in North Carolina is a tedious confusing process! An applicant can spend months trying to complete the application and gather necessary documents. Don’t struggle through countless hours of paperwork, Let our knowledge and expertise work for you.

North Carolina General Contractor License

The North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors regulates all construction related licenses. There are 3 classifications that can be obtained in any field: limited, intermediate, and unlimited.

Pre-approval is required to take the exam. Exams are administered by PSI. The NASCLA is accepted for the building classification.

There is a 30 day hold on all applications.

Reciprocity is available to license holders in Florida, South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia. 

Construction Licensing Classifications:

  • Building Contractor
  • Residential Contractor
  • Highway Contractor
  • Public Utility Contractor
  • Specialty Contractor:
    • Grading and Excavating
    • Boring and Tunneling
    • PU Communications
    • Concrete Construction
    • PU Electrical-Ahead of Point of Delivery
    • PU Fuel Distribution
    • PU Water Lines and Sewer Lines
    • PU Water Purification and Sewage Disposal
    • Insulation
    • Interior Construction
    • Marine Construction
    • Masonry Construction
    • Railroad Construction
    • Roofing
    • Metal Erection
    • Swimming Pools
    • Asbestos
    • Wind Turbine

Application Process Requirements to obtain State Contractors License

North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors (NCBEEC):

  • Form a legal entity: Register an LLC or Inc. with the North Carolina Secretary of State.
  • This is a two-step process. You have to first apply for and pass the required exam(s) and then apply for the contractor license.
  • Qualifying Party must prove experience with Primary and/or Secondary Experience within the board-approved capacity.
  • Employer Statement verifying qualifying experience required.
  • Character References and Supervise and Direct Statements required.
  • Trade Exam or or Exam Waiver required per classification.
  • Business and Law is combined either in the Trade Exam, or can be challenged through the Reciprocity Application.
  • Bond required.

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North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors (NCLGC):

  • Form a legal entity: Register an LLC or Inc. with the North Carolina Secretary of State.
  • The company must select a major or specialty classification of licensing:
  • The company must select a limitation of licensing. This requires recent Audited Financial Statements, an Agreed-Upon Procedures Report, or a Bond.
  • References are required for the entity seeking licensing.
  • The qualifying party must pass a Trade Exam or submit a Waiver from a reciprocal state:
  • North Carolina reciprocity is very specific to the license classification. Call API to learn more.
  • North Carolina Business, Law, and Project Management Exam required.

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North Carolina Licensing Board - State Resources

API can Help and Handle the Entire Application Process!

Our staff will simplify the entire licensing process and is dedicated to helping Contractors obtain their State License.

Unlike our competitors, API manages the entire Application Process from start to finish. We oversee your application until it is approved and can save you time and money.

API has been working with State Contractors since 2002 and have the knowledge and resources to deal with issues and special circumstances that could stall the licensing process.

Drop us a line today for a free quote! We can assist you with the following services:

  • Determine License Eligibility
  • Applications for State Contractors License
  • Applications for a Company Business License
  • Designated Resident Qualifying Agent
  • Out-of-state Licensing
  • Provide Listed Qualified Agents
  • Statement of Ownership
  • Consult and Educate Clients on Licensing Laws
  • Prepare & process Exam Applications & Registration
  • Exam Support
  • Initial Certification
  • License Renewals
  • Reciprocity
  • Provide Qualifier Placement
  • Bonding, Insurance and Surety Bonds
  • Form corporations, LLC’s, Partnerships, Corporations
  • Certificate of assumed name
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