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Contractor Licensing Requirements in Georgia

Georgia contractor licensing is handled by the state and by local jurisdictions. Here's an overview of what contractors need in Georgia.

1 min readBy TimeFotos

Georgia contractor licensing combines state-level requirements (for specific trades) with local licensing at the county and city level. Here's an overview.

General contracting: Georgia doesn't have a state general contractor license for residential work under certain thresholds. Local jurisdictions (Atlanta, Fulton County, etc.) have their own requirements.

Specialty trades: Electrical, plumbing, conditioned air (HVAC), and low-voltage have state licensing through the Georgia Secretary of State's Professional Licensing Boards Division.

Always verify local: Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, and other municipalities may have additional registration requirements beyond state trade licenses.

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