Vermont Contractor & Trade License Requirements
Vermont does not require a statewide license for general contractors, HVAC technicians, or roofing contractors. Electricians are licensed through the Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety, and plumbers are licensed through the Plumbers Examining Board under the same division. Some municipalities have local contractor registration requirements. Vermont participates in the National Electrical Reciprocal Alliance (NERA) for electrical license reciprocity.
General Contractor
Not requiredExperienceNone
ExamNo
Est. CostN/A
Electrician
RequiredExperience8,000 hrs
ExamYes
Est. Cost$235
Plumber
RequiredExperience12,000 hrs
ExamYes
Est. Cost$225
HVAC Technician
Not requiredExperienceNone
ExamNo
Est. CostN/A
Roofing Contractor
Not requiredExperienceNone
ExamNo
Est. CostN/A
Reciprocity Agreements
Vermont has reciprocity agreements with 2 states. Licensed contractors from these states may be eligible to skip certain exams.
new hampshire — Vermont and New Hampshire have reciprocal recognition for licensed electricians through NERA
maine — Reciprocal recognition for licensed electricians through NERA