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North Carolina Contractor & Trade License Requirements

North Carolina requires statewide licensing for general contractors, roofers, electricians, plumbers, and HVAC contractors. General contractors and roofers are licensed through the NC Licensing Board for General Contractors (NCLBGC) with tiered classifications based on project value. Electrical contractors are licensed through NCBEEC, while plumbers and HVAC contractors are licensed through the NC PHF Board.

Reciprocity Agreements

North Carolina has reciprocity agreements with 7 states. Licensed contractors from these states may be eligible to skip certain exams.

south carolinaExam waiver; must pass NC Business & Law exam
tennesseeExam waiver; must pass NC Business & Law exam
louisianaExam waiver; must pass NC Business & Law exam
georgiaExam waiver; must pass NC Business & Law exam
mississippiExam waiver; must pass NC Business & Law exam
alabamaExam waiver; must pass NC Business & Law exam
floridaExam waiver; must pass NC Business & Law exam