Contractors License Overview
- Connecticut contracting is regulated on the state level by the Dept. of Consumer Protection.
- Home Improvement Contractors, New Home Construction Contractors, and Major Contractors (residential & commercial construction) must be licensed by submitting a proper application. No exams are required for these classifications.
- Occupational Trade licenses, including Electrical, Plumbing, and HVAC, require passing both the CT Business and Law exam and a trade exam. An application for pre-approval must be submitted to PSI before exams can be scheduled and taken.
- Information regarding exam details, reference materials, experience requirements, reciprocity, and other requirements for obtaining and maintaining a license are available by selecting the license links found below.
