{"id":904678,"date":"2025-08-13T16:11:11","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T22:11:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myconstructionexpert.com\/blog\/?p=904678"},"modified":"2025-08-13T16:11:15","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T22:11:15","slug":"reciprocity-find-out-what-it-means-to-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myconstructionexpert.com\/blog\/reciprocity-find-out-what-it-means-to-you\/","title":{"rendered":"R-E-C-I-P-R-O-C-I-T-Y ~ Find Out What It Means to You (Updated August 2025)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Marc Coats and Robert James | Gravel 2 Gavel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

UPDATED August 2025:<\/strong> What a difference eight years make. This article was originally published in 2014 and was updated in 2017. We have again updated the links to the relevant agency resources.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The question frequently arises for participants in a nationwide construction contracting industry. Simply stated, is a licensed contractor in good standing in State A permitted to offer to contract for or to perform work requiring a contractor\u2019s license in State B?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Roughly half the states have statutes or regulations on point. 6\u00a0Bruner & O\u2019Connor Construction Law<\/em>\u00a0\u00a7 16:17. Some states have easy requirements, like\u00a0Nebraska<\/a>\u00a0(contractors only need register), while others have no exceptions or onerous requirements, like\u00a0Alaska<\/a>\u00a0(residential contractors must take a 16-hour cold climate course and pass an exam).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some states have partial relief that eases the process for out-of-state licensed parties. They have \u201creciprocity agreements\u201d with certain other states, pursuant to which an applicant holding a license in good standing in a comparable classification in State A (a \u201creciprocity state\u201d) may have the trade portion of the written licensing exam waived in State B.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even with reciprocity, the license applicant generally must comply with all of State B\u2019s other licensing requirements, including submitting a license application and passing the law portion of the written licensing exam (as well as State B\u2019s general requirements for transacting intrastate business).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contractors should always review websites of the applicable agencies. Different bodies may issue licenses to contractors, electrical contractors, plumbing contractors and other categories. Reading the relevant authorities is essential in determining whether a license is required for the trade or trades the contractor would like to contract for and to perform in that state, and what full or partial process is needed to comply with those requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note that not all states license contractors generally; some require licenses for only certain trades, and as noted above, some simply require the contractor to register with the agency. If it is unclear whether a license is required, contractors should consider whether to seek confirmation from the agencies (on a blind basis if the contractor is concerned that the agency\u2019s answer may pose a problem for its current operations). If it is unclear whether the contractor might qualify for reciprocity, communicating with the agency may save the contractor time, money and risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reciprocity is sometimes required even before a contract is signed or dirt is turned over. Some laws prohibit even the act of\u00a0offering<\/em>\u00a0or bidding\u00a0<\/em>to contract to perform a trade, if a license would be required to perform that trade. For example, California defines \u201ccontractor<\/strong><\/a>\u201d very broadly to include \u201cany person who undertakes to\u00a0or offers to undertake<\/em>\u00a0to, or purports to have the capacity to undertake to, or\u00a0submits a bid<\/em>\u00a0to, or does himself or herself or by or through others, construct, alter, repair, add to, subtract from, improve, move, wreck or demolish any building, highway, road, parking facility, railroad, excavation or other structure, project, development or improvement \u2026 or fabrication into, any structure, project, development or improvement herein described of any material or article of merchandise\u201d\u00a0(emphasis added)<\/em>. This statute expressly declares a contractor to include a \u201csubcontractor\u201d and a \u201cspecialty contractor.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The consequences of unlicensed activity can be severe, starting with the risk of not being able to receive or sue for compensation for the work itself. That can happen even if the owner is aware of the lack of licensure. The Florida Supreme Court, in\u00a0Earth Trades, Inc. v. T&G Corp.<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, Case No. SC10-1892 (Jan. 24, 2013), applied a law providing that \u201c[a]s a matter of public policy, contracts entered into on or after October 1, 1990, by an unlicensed contractor shall be unenforceable in law or in equity by the unlicensed contractor.\u201d Fla. Stat. \u00a7\u00a0489.128(1) (2005). The Court found that \u201cthe fault of the person or entity engaging in unlicensed contracting is not substantially equal to that of the party who merely hires a contractor with knowledge of the contractor\u2019s unlicensed status.\u201d Accordingly, \u201cthe defense that parties to a contract are\u00a0in pari delicto\u00a0<\/em>was not available to the unlicensed contractor.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The California Contractors State License Board is authorized to investigate and to issue citations, including civil penalties, to unlicensed individuals acting in the capacity of a contractor who are not otherwise exempted from the licensing requirements, California Contractors\u2019 State License Law, Bus. & Prof. Code \u00a7\u00a07000\u00a0et seq<\/em>.\u00a0Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code \u00a7 7031<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0prevents a contractor from suing to collect payment for work requiring a license without alleging that it was licensed throughout the project. In addition, unlicensed activity could qualify as a \u00a0misdemeanor<\/strong><\/a>, and even \u00a0felony<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0charges may be filed against anyone who illegally uses another person\u2019s contractor license or who tries to mislead consumers into believing that he or she is a licensed contractor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are cases in some jurisdictions that afford some relief in the case of \u201csubstantial compliance\u201d with the licensing law. See RAM-Ellsworth Subdivision Partners, LLC v. Construction Services, LLC et al.<\/em>, Case No. 5:2022cv00779 (N.D. Ala. 2024) (contractor \u201csubstantially complied\u201d with Alabama\u2019s general contractor\u2019s licensing statute by obtaining license on reciprocal basis during performance of the work). That is a less desirable position to be in than fully complying ahead of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this is to say that licensure matters <\/em>and state boundaries matter<\/em>. The following chart provides helpful information for taking the first step on the journey of verifying compliance in conducting an interstate construction business. For more information on these and subsequent steps, please contact the authors or your construction attorney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Alabama<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors \u2013 Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alabama Electrical Contractors Board: Reciprocal State Contact Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors \u2013 Memorandum re: Reciprocity with Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee or Virginia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alabama Electrical Contractors Board \u2013 Electrical Contractor Application Information and Instructions By Examination or Reciprocity Agreement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Alaska<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alaska Labor Standards and Safety Division \u2013 Reciprocal Electrician Journeyman License<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

NOTE: Alaska no longer has a reciprocal agreement with the state of Utah.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arizona<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arizona Registrar of Contractors \u2013 Applying for a Contractor\u2019s License<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arizona Registrar of Contractors \u2013 Form RC-L-200G Out-of-State Waiver Request Form<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arkansas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board \u2013 Licensing Laws<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board \u2013 Reciprocal Form<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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California<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

California Contractors State License Board\u2019s Reciprocity Program<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Colorado<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies \u2013 Electrical Board: Applications and Forms \u2013 Electrician Licensure by Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Delaware<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

State of Delaware, Division of Professional Regulation \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
\u201cDo you have reciprocity?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

State of Delaware, Division of Professional Regulation \u2013 Electrician License<\/a>
\u201cApplication Types\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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District of Columbia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

District of Columbia Board of Industrial Trades<\/a> \u2013 Electrical Reciprocity Notice<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

District of Columbia Board of Industrial Trades \u2013 Plumbing and Gasfitting \u2013 Application Instructions and Forms for All License Types in the Plumbing and Gas\ufb01tting Trades<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Florida<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation \u2013 Construction Industry<\/a> \u2013 Reciprocity<\/a> and Endorsement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Florida Department of Business Professional Regulation \u2013Electrical Contractors<\/a> \u2013 Endorsement<\/a> and Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Georgia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
\u201cDoes Georgia have reciprocity with other states?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
\u201cI am a licensed Commercial General Contractor in another state. How do I become licensed in Georgia so I can perform work in Georgia?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia State Board of Electrical Contractors \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
\u201cDoes Georgia have reciprocity with other states?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How-To Guide: Electrical Contractors<\/a>
\u201cElectrical Contractor \u2013 Non-Restricted, Reciprocity\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hawaii<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division \u2013 Contractors License Board\u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
\u201cDoes Hawaii have reciprocity agreements with other states?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Professional and Vocational Licensing Division \u2013 Board of Electricians and Plumbers \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
\u201cDoes Hawaii have reciprocity agreements with other states?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Idaho<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses \u2013 Licenses that Idaho Will Reciprocate<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Idaho Stat. Section 54-1007 Issuance of licenses \u2013 Reciprocity (Electrical Contractors and Journeymen)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Indiana<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indiana Professional Licensing Agency \u2013 Plumbing Licensing Information \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
\u201cDoes reciprocity exist for journeyman and contractor plumbers?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indianapolis Business & Neighborhood Services \u2013 Board of Electrical Examiners Application<\/a>
\u201cJurisdictions with Prometric Reciprocation Agreements\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indianapolis Business & Neighborhood Services \u2013 Contractor Licenses \u2013 HVAC Reciprocal License Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indianapolis Business & Neighborhood Services \u2013 Contractor Licenses \u2013 Wrecking Reciprocal Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kentucky<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kentucky Administrative Regulations \u2013 815 KAR 35:060 Licensing of electrical contractors, master electricians, and electricians.<\/a>
\u201cSection 2. Reciprocity.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Louisiana<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors \u2013 Reciprocity and Examination Endorsement Agreements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

State Plumbing Board of Louisiana \u2013 License Reciprocation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Maine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maine Electricians\u2019 Examining Board \u2013 Master Electrician<\/a>
\u201cRequirements \u2026 Reciprocity\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maine Electricians\u2019 Examining Board \u2013 Journeyman Electricians<\/a>
\u201cRequirements \u2026 Reciprocity\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Maryland<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation \u2013 Licensing FAQs for Applicants \u2013 Home Improvement Commission<\/a>
\u201c17. Reciprocity\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation \u2013 Plumbers Reciprocal Application<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maryland Department of Labor Licensing and Regulation \u2013 How to Apply for a Maryland Electricians License<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Michigan<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs \u2013 Licenses & Requirements<\/a>
\u201cReciprocity\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Minnesota<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry \u2013 Electrical License Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry \u2013 Individual Electrical License Reciprocity Application<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry \u2013 Plumbing Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry \u2013 Individual Plumbing License Reciprocity Application<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mississippi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mississippi State Board of Contractors \u2013 Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Montana<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Montana Department of Labor and Industry \u2013 State Electrical Board \u2013 Master Electrician<\/a>
\u201cContinuing Education Requirements\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Montana Department of Labor and Industry \u2013 Board of Plumbers \u2013 FAQ<\/a>
\u201cWhat states will Montana reciprocate with AND can I work in Montana as a plumber\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Montana Department of Labor and Industry \u2013 Board of Plumbers \u2013 FAQ<\/a>
\u201cCan I work in Montana as a plumber with my Idaho\/North Dakota\/South Dakota\/Oregon\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nebraska<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nebraska State Electrical Division \u2013 Application for State Electrical License<\/a>
\u201cApplication for License By: \u2026 Reciprocity with Other States\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nevada<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nevada State Contractors Board \u2013 Licensure by Endorsement<\/a>
\u201cState Equivalency Chart\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New Hampshire<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification \u2013 Electricians\u2019 Board<\/a>
\u201cWho We Regulate\u2026 For Reciprocity applicants\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification \u2013 FAQs for Electricians<\/a>
\u201cHow to I reciprocate my license to New Hampshire?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification \u2013 New Changes for Reciprocity in New Hampshire<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification \u2013 Reciprocity Checklist<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New Mexico<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department \u2013Continuing Education \u2013 Information by Bureau<\/a>
\u201cElectrical\u2026 Reciprocal Agreement\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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North Carolina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors \u2013 FAQ for Contractors<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cExisting License: I am applying for a license in another state. What do I need to do for reciprocity or examination waiver?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors \u2013 FAQ for Contractors<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cExisting License: I am applying for a license and have completed an exam in another state. How do I get reciprocity or an exam waiver?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Carolina General Assembly \u2013 General Statutes \u2013 Chapter 87 \u2013 Contractors \u2013 Article 4 \u2013 Electrical Contractors \u2013 Section 87-50, Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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North Dakota<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Dakota State Electrical Board \u2013 Reciprocal License Agreements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ohio<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ohio Department of Commerce \u2013 Division of Industrial Compliance \u2013 General Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cPlumbing Inspector\u2026 Does the Division recognize uniform licensure requirements or allow for reciprocity?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ohio Department of Commerce \u2013 Division of Industrial Compliance \u2013 Construction Industry Licensing Board \u2013 Reciprocity Application \u2013 Kentucky EL HV RE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Oklahoma<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oklahoma Construction Industries Board \u2013 Guidelines for Electrical License through Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Oregon<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oregon Secretary of State \u2013 Corporation Division \u2013 Reciprocal General Journeyman (J)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services \u2013 Building Codes Division \u2013 Reciprocal Electrical License Application<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services \u2013 Building Codes Division \u2013 Reciprocal Plumbing License Application<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services \u2013 Reciprocal Licenses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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South Carolina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Carolina Contractor\u2019s Licensing Board \u2013 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
\u201cGeneral & Mechanical Contractor Questions \u2013 Initial Applications\u2026 I am applying for a license through reciprocity with a state that licenses the individuals, not the entities. What DBA name should I list on the application?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Carolina Contractor\u2019s Licensing Board \u2013 General and Mechanical Contractors Applications and Forms<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Carolina Contractor\u2019s Licensing Board \u2013 Technical Exam Waiver Agreements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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South Dakota<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation \u2013 Plumbing Commission \u2013 Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Dakota Department of Labor & Regulation \u2013 Electrical Commission \u2013 Reciprocal Licensing Agreements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tennessee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance \u2013 Board for Licensing Contractors \u2013Reciprocal Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance \u2013 Board for Licensing Contractors -License & Bidding Requirements \u2013 Summary<\/a>
\u201cReciprocal Agreements\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Texas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation \u2013 Electricians \u2013 Electrical Safety and Licensing Frequently Asked Questions \u2013 5. Reciprocity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation \u2013 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration\u2013 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
1. Does Texas reciprocate with any state, and if so, which states?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Utah<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing \u2013 Contracting Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>
\u201cDoes Utah have reciprocity with other states?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing \u2013 Endorsement to Utah: Contractor<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vermont<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety \u2013 Electrician\u2019s License Application Instructions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\n\n\n

Virginia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation \u2013 Applicants<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virginia Board for Contractors \u2013 Reciprocal Licensing\/Examination Agreements with Other Jurisdictions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Washington<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries \u2013 Plumber Examination \u2013 Out-of-state Applicants<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Washington State Department of Labor & Industries \u2013 Reciprocal States (Workers\u2019 Comp)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wash. Admin. Code Section 296-17-31009 Reciprocal agreements.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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West Virginia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

West Virginia Division of Labor FAQ<\/a>
\u201cDoes West Virginia offer reciprocity or accept other exam scores in order to obtain a license?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wisconsin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services \u2013 Journeyman Electrician License Application Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wyoming<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wyoming Department of Fire Prevent and Electrical Safety \u2013 Reciprocal Licenses \u2013 Journeyman and Master Electricians<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When one of your cases is in need of a construction expert, estimates, insurance appraisal or umpire services in defect or insurance disputes – please call Advise & Consult, Inc. at 888.684.8305, or email experts@adviseandconsult.net<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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