Contractors in Alabama
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Contractor Market in Alabama
Top Trades by Contractor Volume
Plumbing
15,640
contractors
$67–$91/hr
typical shop rate
HVAC
15,640
contractors
$64–$87/hr
typical shop rate
Landscaping
13,310
contractors
$42–$57/hr
typical shop rate
Handyman
9,760
contractors
$54–$73/hr
typical shop rate
Electrical
9,320
contractors
$69–$93/hr
typical shop rate
Contractor Licensing in Alabama
| Trade | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Electrical | Alabama requires Master Electrician license through Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors. Must pass state exam, have 4 years experience or combination of education/experience. Journeyman license requires 2 years experience and exam. Licenses renew annually by December 31st with continuing education requirements. |
| General Contracting | Alabama requires General Contractor License (Class A for unlimited amount, Class B for projects under $150,000). Must pass state exam, provide financial statements, maintain $15,000 surety bond minimum. License renewal every 2 years with 8 hours continuing education. Qualifying party must have 4 years verifiable experience. |
| Handyman | Alabama requires handyman contractors to hold an Improvement Contractor License for projects over $10,000. License requires passing written exam, proof of insurance, and $10,000 surety bond. Annual renewal required. Projects under $10,000 do not require state licensing but may need local business license. |
| HVAC | Alabama requires HVAC contractors to hold a state license through the Alabama Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors Board. Must pass trade exam, have 4 years experience or 2-year degree plus 2 years experience, maintain $10,000 bond, and renew annually by December 31st. EPA 608 certification required for refrigerant handling. |
| Landscaping | Alabama requires landscaping contractors to obtain a Home Builders License through the Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors if projects exceed $10,000. For pesticide application, must obtain Commercial Pesticide Applicator License through Alabama Department of Agriculture. No specialized landscaping license required for basic maintenance under $10,000. |
| Painting | Alabama does not require state licensing for painting contractors. However, contractors doing work over $10,000 must register with the Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board. No exam required for painting-only work, but general contractors license requires examination if doing structural work. Registration renewal required annually. |
| Pest Control | Alabama Department of Agriculture requires Pest Control Operator License. Must pass state exam covering pesticide laws, safety, application methods. Category requirements: 7A (general pest), 7B (termites), 7C (fumigation). $50 application fee, $100 annual renewal. Commercial applicator certification required for restricted pesticides. |
| Plumbing | Alabama requires state plumber license through Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors. Must pass state exam, provide 4 years experience or approved apprenticeship, maintain $10,000 bond, and renew biennially with 8 hours continuing education |
| Roofing | Alabama requires Residential Builder License for roofing work over $10,000 or Commercial General Contractor License for commercial projects. Must pass PSI examination, provide 4 years experience documentation, maintain $15,000 surety bond. License renewal required every 2 years with 8 hours continuing education. |
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