Last updated: June 7, 2006
Electrical Codes
The State of Georgia adopted the 2005 National Electrical Code® to be effective January 1, 2006 as the state’s basic wiring standard along with amendments recommended by the Georgia State Codes Advisory Committee.
Licensing: Electrical Inspectors/Services & Licensing: Contractors
There is no statewide electrical inspection program. However, the Board is currently engaged in a program to encourage county and municipal authorities to require inspection of electrical work, where it is not currently inspected. The State Fire Marshal has broad powers to inspect buildings, though not specifically to perform electrical inspections. The Construction Industry Licensing Board, Electrical Division, has power to license or revoke, and to suspend or restore electrical contractor licenses.
Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217
478.207.2440
478.207.1354 (fax)
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/construct/
Licensing requirements:
Georgia does not currently require a state license for general or residential contracting. However, a state license will be required beginning July 1st 2007.
A license from the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board is required for the following:
| Conditioned Air Contractor |
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To obtain a state license as a conditioned air contractor, electrical contractor, low voltage contractor, master plumber, or journeyman plumber or a state certificate as a utility manager, you must: submit a completed application and non-refundable fee with documentation of the required experience and other qualifications and reference information; submit a completed examination scheduling form with fee; and pass the examination. |
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Application fee: $30
Exam fee: $128 |
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| Renewal: |
Biannually—June 30 on even years; Renewal fee: $75 |
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| Electrical Contractor |
| Requirements: |
To obtain a state license as a conditioned air contractor, electrical contractor, low voltage contractor, master plumber, or journeyman plumber or a state certificate as a utility manager, you must: submit a completed application and non-refundable fee with documentation of the required experience and other qualifications and reference information; submit a completed examination scheduling form with fee; and pass the examination. |
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Application fee: $30
Exam fee: $128 |
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Biannually—June 30 on even years; Renewal fee: $75 |
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| Low Voltage Contractor |
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To obtain a state license as a conditioned air contractor, electrical contractor, low voltage contractor, master plumber, or journeyman plumber or a state certificate as a utility manager, you must: submit a completed application and non-refundable fee with documentation of the required experience and other qualifications and reference information; submit a completed examination scheduling form with fee; and pass the examination. |
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| Fees: |
Application fee: $30
Exam fee: $117 |
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| Renewal: |
Biannually—June 30 on even years; Renewal fee: $75 |
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| Master Plumber |
| Requirements: |
To obtain a state license as a conditioned air contractor, electrical contractor, low voltage contractor, master plumber, or journeyman plumber or a state certificate as a utility manager, you must: submit a completed application and non-refundable fee with documentation of the required experience and other qualifications and reference information; submit a completed examination scheduling form with fee; and pass the examination. |
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Application fee: $30
Exam fee: $128 |
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| Renewal: |
Biannually—June 30 on even years; Renewal fee: $75 |
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| Journeyman Plumber |
| Requirements: |
To obtain a state license as a conditioned air contractor, electrical contractor, low voltage contractor, master plumber, or journeyman plumber or a state certificate as a utility manager, you must: submit a completed application and non-refundable fee with documentation of the required experience and other qualifications and reference information; submit a completed examination scheduling form with fee; and pass the examination. |
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Application fee: $30
Exam fee: $128 |
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| Renewal: |
Biannually—June 30 on even years; Renewal fee: $35 |
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| Medical Gas Piping |
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To obtain a state medical gas piping or utility foreman certificate, you must submit a completed application documenting completion of an approved training program. To obtain a state utility contractor license, a business must submit a completed application documenting the employment of a state certified utility manager and the adoption of a safety policy. |
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Application fee: $30
Exam fee: $128 |
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| Renewal: |
Biannually—June 30 on even years; Renewal fee: $75 |
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| Utility Contractor |
| Fees: |
Application fee: $50
Exam fee: $128 |
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| Renewal: |
Biannually—June 30 on even years; Renewal fee: $75 |
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| Utility Manager |
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Application fee: $30
Exam fee: $128 |
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Biannually—June 30 on even years; Renewal fee: $75 |
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| Utility Foreman |
| Requirements: |
To obtain a state medical gas piping or utility foreman certificate, you must submit a completed application documenting completion of an approved training program. To obtain a state utility contractor license, a business must submit a completed application documenting the employment of a state certified utility manager and the adoption of a safety policy. |
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Application fee: $30
Exam fee: $128 |
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| Renewal: |
Biannually—June 30 on even years; Renewal fee: $35 |
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CE Requirements
Persons holding a conditioned air contractor license, electrical contractor license, or plumber license must complete at least 4 hours per year of instruction related to their profession. Courses must be conducted by a college, vocational-technical school, or trade association. Conditioned air and electrical contractors may also complete courses conducted by a utility or equipment manufacturer. To determine when courses are held, you must contact one of these agencies directly.
Reciprocates
The Georgia Board will accept results of approved examinations conducted by:
1. Florida (electrical and low voltage),
2. North Carolina (electrical and low voltage),
3. South Carolina (conditioned air and electrical), and
4. Texas (conditioned air).
With your application, you must submit a certification letter from the respective state board verifying that you hold a license and have passed the examination.
State Websites
Here is a list of governmental websites to find the latest licensing and code information.
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