Who needs a Contractor’s License in Mississippi?
Contractors and Subcontractors will fall under two Categories when looking to obtain a license in the state of Mississippi
- Commercial any kind of work that goes over $50,000 will require a commercial license by the state board. The license will be needed to construct, reconstruct, repair, or maintain fire protection systems on public projects over $5,000 and private projects over $10,000.
- Residential new construction over $50,000 will need a residential building license. Any kind of work involving residential remodeling over $10,000 will need a Residential Remodeling License. If you are doing residential roofing over $10,000, you will need a Residential Roofing License.
A state license is not required if you are only performing residential electrical, plumbing, or HVAC any work that is under $10,000. you always want to contact the state of Mississippi to verify the requirements
Why do I need to obtain my Mississippi Contractor License?
Not every contractor needs a license to perform work anybody who is doing work as a commercial or residential would need one.
- Commercial projects over $50,000 having to do with fire protection systems on public projects over $5,000, or private projects over $10,000.
- Residential projects over $50,000, residential remodeling over $10,000, or residential roofing over $10,000.
Although you may not need a license at the state level for smaller jobs, many cities and towns require you to obtain a local permit.
For that type of work, you would need a Mississippi Master Electrician License. We have the books and classes to prepare you for the Trade and Business exams. For more information on this license please click the link below.
https://www.contractorcampus.com/mississippi-master-electrician-contractor-license.html