Connecticut Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor License

The Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor License allows you to do the following work:

Repair, alteration, maintenance, installation, or erection:
- Wire
- Cable
- Conduit
- Busway
- Fixture
- Raceway
- Support
- Insulator
- Conductor
- Appliance
- Apparatus
- Equipment
Work related to the generation, transformation, transmission, or utilization of electrical energy for:
- Heat
- Light
- Power
- Other purposes

Work with Low voltage wiring, not exceeding twenty-four volts, used within a lawn sprinkler system is not allowed to perform with this license.

How to Get the Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor’s License in Connecticut?

Visit the CT Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) website to read the eligibility criteria, prerequisites, and documentation requirements for obtaining an Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor License. Follow the process held in the DCP Electrical License and in the Electrical Contractor Application
Meet the necessary education requirements requested by the DCP
- Required courses for high school graduation or GED test
- Have held a CT Journeyperson's license for a total of two (2) years prior to applying
Apply online, by visiting the State of Connecticut's eLicense website or send the Occupational Trade Contractor License Application to the DCP official email address This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the following documents:
- Criminal Conviction Worksheet, when requested
- Copy of respective Connecticut Journeyperson license for a minimum of two (2) years before the application
- Receipt for payment of the non-refundable application fee by check and/or money order to the "Treasurer, State of Connecticut"
- For military service experience and training related to this application, contact the CT Department of Labor at (860) 263-6128 to request a recommendation
- When applying for equivalent experience and training, including all documentation that demonstrates experience and training for this license type:
  - For Unlimited Electrical (E-1) license equivalency, applicants holding out-of-state license(s) shall provide:
    - Copy of each equivalent out-of-state electrical license, currently active
    - Proof of successfully completed registered Apprenticeship Program from the DOL, including on the job training (OJT) and related instruction, indicated in the Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor equivalency chart plus an additional two years of work history
Schedule the Unlimited Electrical (E-1) administered by PSI© in the desired location and time and pay the examination fee after receiving the DCP examination approval (the exam must be taken within one year from the date of approval):
- Take and pass the Unlimited Electrical (E-1) and the Business and Law exams
- If both exams are passed, submit the license fee along with the exam passing score results to obtain the official contractor license
Await the official Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor License issued by the Department of Consumer Protection

Connecticut Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor License Exam Prep Courses

Connecticut Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor License Exams

Below is all the information related to the trade and Business and Law exams, including the official reference lists.

Connecticut Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor Trade Exam

Testing Method: Computer-based testing; semi-open book
Testing Company: PSI©
Number of Questions: 100
Types of Questions: Multiple choice
Time Allowed: 4 hours
Minimum Passing Score: 70%
Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
- General Electrical Knowledge (6)
- Service, Feeders, and Branch Circuits (10)
- Grounding and Bonding (7)
- Conductors and Cables (10)
- Raceways and Boxes (8)
- Special Occupancies and Equipment (9)
- Electrical Power (6)
- Motors (6)
- Low Voltage (2)
- Lighting (3)
- Illuminated Signs (2)
- Fire Detection and Alarm Systems (5)
- Safety Information (6)
- Overcurrent Protection (6)
- High Voltage (4)
- Photovoltaics (10)
PSI© Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Official Content Outline

Connecticut Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor Business and Law Exam

Testing Method: Computer-based testing; open book
Testing Company: PSI©
Number of Questions: 50
Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
Time Allowed: 2 Hours
Minimum Passing Score: 70%
Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
- Licensing (5)
- Estimating and Bidding (7)
- Lien Law (2)
- Financial Management (4)
- Tax Laws (5)
- Labor Laws (5)
- Project Management (5)
- Contracts (6)
- Business Organization (2)
- Risk Management (4)
- Environmental and Safety (5)
PSI© Business and Law Official Content Outline

Connecticut Unlimited Electrical (E-1) Contractor Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Unlimited Electrical (E-1) and Business and Law exams. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

CONNECTICUT UNLIMITED ELECTRICAL (E-1) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

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CONNECTICUT UNLIMITED ELECTRICAL (E-1) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

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