> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Mississippi

> Contractor licensing thresholds, regulator routing, requirements, reciprocity, and license types for Mississippi's single-board construction regulation model under the State Board of Contractors.

Mississippi uses a single-board model. The Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) licenses both commercial and residential contractors, with separate threshold tiers and an extensive classification system spanning six major categories and dozens of specialties.

<Warning>
  Always verify statutes, fees, and application details with the live regulator before making bidding, licensing, or legal decisions.
</Warning>

## At a glance

The fastest way to orient yourself in Mississippi is to know these key signals.

| Signal                           | Value                                                                                        |
| -------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Commercial contractor trigger    | Work over **\$50,000** (general or subs)                                                     |
| Residential builder trigger      | New construction over **\$50,000**                                                           |
| Residential remodeler trigger    | Improvements over **\$10,000** (including roofing)                                           |
| Fire sprinkler trigger (public)  | Work over **\$5,000** on public projects                                                     |
| Fire sprinkler trigger (private) | Work over **\$10,000** on private projects                                                   |
| Residential subcontractors       | Life safety trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical) — regulated regardless of amount |
| Net worth requirement (major)    | At least **\$50,000** for major classifications                                              |
| Net worth requirement (other)    | At least **\$20,000** for non-major classifications                                          |
| Reciprocity model                | Single board — extensive agreements with 10 states                                           |

## Frequently asked questions

Pick the tab that matches your situation. Each FAQ gives a direct answer and points you to the full detail below.

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Contractors" icon="hard-hat">
    <AccordionGroup>
      <Accordion title="At what contract value does Mississippi require a commercial contractor license?">
        Commercial contractors (both general and subcontractors) must be licensed for work over **\$50,000**. This applies to any commercial or industrial project. See [Construction work regulated](#construction-work-regulated).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="Does Mississippi require a license for residential remodeling or roofing?">
        Yes. Residential remodelers, including roofers, must be licensed for improvements over **\$10,000**. Residential new construction triggers at **\$50,000**. See [Construction work regulated](#construction-work-regulated).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="Do residential subcontractors in electrical, plumbing, or HVAC need a license?">
        Yes. Residential subcontractors in life safety trades — electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical — are regulated regardless of contract value. This is one of the few areas in Mississippi where there is no dollar threshold. See [Construction work regulated](#construction-work-regulated).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="Where do I go to get licensed in Mississippi?">
        All contractor licensing in Mississippi — commercial and residential — goes through a single board: the Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) in Jackson. There is no secondary board to check. See [Who regulates construction](#who-regulates-construction).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="How much does it cost to get licensed?">
        Commercial contractors pay **\$400** for an application (includes one classification) plus **\$100** per additional classification. Residential contractors pay **\$50** for an application (includes one classification) plus **\$100** per additional classification. All applicants must also pass the Law and Business Management exam. See [Requirements](#requirements).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="What are the insurance and net worth requirements?">
        Commercial contractors must carry **\$300,000** / **\$600,000** liability insurance and demonstrate a net worth of at least **\$50,000** for major classifications or **\$20,000** for other classifications. A reviewed or audited CPA financial statement is required (compilations not accepted). See [Requirements](#requirements).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="Can I use my out-of-state license in Mississippi?">
        MSBOC has reciprocal agreements with 10 states. If you hold an unlimited license in a reciprocal state and meet the years-held requirement, your trade exam may be waived. However, every applicant must still pass the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam. See [Reciprocal agreements](#reciprocal-agreements).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="Are subcontractors required to be licensed?">
        Yes, for commercial work over **\$50,000**. The same threshold applies to subcontractors as to general contractors. Residential life safety trade subcontractors are regulated regardless of dollar amount. See [Construction work regulated](#construction-work-regulated).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="What if my project involves fire sprinkler work?">
        Fire sprinkler work is a standalone classification. It triggers at **\$5,000** on public projects and **\$10,000** on private projects. Applicants must submit proof of NICET Level III certification. See [Construction work regulated](#construction-work-regulated).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="Does Mississippi require a license for solar contractors?">
        Yes. Residential solar contractors are regulated under the MSBOC residential licensing framework. See [Types of licenses](#types-of-licenses) for the full residential classification list.
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="What contractor licenses would our company need to bid a $500,000 commercial construction project in Mississippi?">
        At minimum, a commercial contractor license from MSBOC with the appropriate major classification (such as Building Construction). You would need a reviewed or audited financial statement showing at least **\$50,000** net worth, **\$300,000** / **\$600,000** liability insurance, and to pass the Law and Business Management exam plus any applicable trade exam. If the project includes electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or mechanical subcontractors, they also need their own licenses. See [Requirements](#requirements).
      </Accordion>
    </AccordionGroup>
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Regulators" icon="shield-check">
    <AccordionGroup>
      <Accordion title="How does Mississippi's licensing model compare to multi-board states?">
        Mississippi uses a single-board model where the MSBOC handles all commercial and residential contractor licensing. This contrasts with states like Alabama (8 boards) or North Carolina (7 boards). The single-board approach simplifies reciprocity analysis and fee comparisons. See [Who regulates construction](#who-regulates-construction).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="How does Mississippi's $50,000 commercial threshold compare to other states?">
        The **\$50,000** threshold is moderate. Some states trigger as low as **\$500** or **\$1,000**, while others like Alabama trigger at **\$100,000**. Mississippi also has distinct thresholds for residential new build (**\$50,000**), remodeling (**\$10,000**), and fire sprinkler (**\$5,000** / **\$10,000**). For cross-state comparison, see [Licensing thresholds](/docs/compare/licensing-thresholds).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="What types of construction work are regulated at the state vs. local level?">
        Mississippi regulates at the state level through MSBOC for all commercial and residential contractor licensing. The classification system has 6 major categories: Building Construction, Electrical, Highway/Street/Bridge, Heavy Construction, Municipal/Public Works, and Mechanical. Local jurisdictions may impose additional permitting requirements, but the primary regulatory framework is state-level.
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="What are the fees across commercial vs. residential categories?">
        Commercial applications are **\$400** (includes one classification) with **\$100** per additional classification. Residential applications are **\$50** (includes one classification) with **\$100** per additional classification. The significant fee gap reflects different financial qualification and insurance requirements between the two categories. See [Requirements](#requirements).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="What license classifications does Mississippi use?">
        Mississippi organizes credentials into six major commercial categories (Building Construction, Electrical, Highway/Street/Bridge, Heavy Construction, Municipal/Public Works, Mechanical), each with dozens of specialty subcategories. Residential licensing has its own set of classifications including Builder, Remodeler, Roofer, and trade-specific categories. Fire Sprinkler Work is a standalone classification requiring NICET Level III. See [Types of licenses](#types-of-licenses).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="How does reciprocity work in Mississippi?">
        MSBOC has reciprocal agreements with 10 states. All agreements waive only the trade exam — the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam is always required. Each agreement has specific classification restrictions and conditions. Alabama alone covers 5 separate boards (General Contractors, Electrical, HVAC, Home Builders, Plumbers). See [Reciprocal agreements](#reciprocal-agreements).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="What exam requirements exist for Mississippi contractors?">
        All applicants must pass the Law and Business Management exam. Commercial and residential applicants also take applicable trade exams. Fire sprinkler applicants must hold NICET Level III certification in lieu of a trade exam. Reciprocal state applicants may have the trade exam waived, but the Law and Business Management exam is never waived. See [Requirements](#requirements).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="What are the financial statement requirements?">
        Commercial contractors must submit a reviewed or audited CPA financial statement within the last 12 months — compilations are not accepted. Net worth requirements are **\$50,000** for major classifications and **\$20,000** for non-major classifications. Residential contractors do not have the same financial statement requirement but must show experience and meet insurance minimums. See [Requirements](#requirements).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="How does Mississippi compare to other Southern states in regulatory complexity?">
        Mississippi's single-board model is among the simplest in the South. States like Alabama (8 boards), North Carolina (7 boards), and South Carolina (4 agencies) have more fragmented systems. The single-board approach means reciprocity, fee structures, and classification systems are all managed centrally. See the [South region guide](/docs/jurisdictions/regions/south).
      </Accordion>

      <Accordion title="What are the renewal cycles for Mississippi licenses?">
        Both commercial and residential licenses are subject to MSBOC renewal requirements. Separate commercial and residential requirements apply for insurance, financial statements, and references. Contact MSBOC directly for current renewal cycle timing. See [Requirements](#requirements).
      </Accordion>
    </AccordionGroup>
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Start with your goal

Pick the card that matches what you need right now. Each one links to the relevant section on this page.

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Is licensure triggered?" icon="search" href="#construction-work-regulated">
    Start with threshold and work-lane rules, then confirm which classification applies.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Find the right regulator" icon="building" href="#who-regulates-construction">
    Use the regulator directory to contact the Mississippi State Board of Contractors.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Application and renewal details" icon="clipboard-list" href="#requirements">
    Exams, fees, insurance, financial statements, and classification details.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Reciprocity direction" icon="arrow-left-right" href="#reciprocal-agreements">
    Find out which states have trade exam waivers through MSBOC reciprocal agreements.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Special considerations

Different roles need different things from a Mississippi page. Use the tab that matches your situation to see what matters most before you read the full detail below.

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Contractors" icon="hard-hat">
    <Tip>
      Start with contract value and project type. Mississippi has different thresholds for commercial (**\$50,000**), residential new build (**\$50,000**), residential remodeling (**\$10,000**), and fire sprinkler work (**\$5,000** / **\$10,000**).
    </Tip>

    * Commercial contractors (general or subs) need a license for work over **\$50,000**.
    * Residential builders need a license for new construction over **\$50,000**; remodelers for work over **\$10,000**.
    * Residential subcontractors in life safety trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical) are regulated regardless of contract value.
    * Commercial applicants must demonstrate a net worth of at least **\$50,000** for major classifications or **\$20,000** for others.
    * All applicants must pass a Law and Business Management exam, plus any applicable trade exam.
    * Commercial contractors must carry **\$300,000** / **\$600,000** liability insurance.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Regulators" icon="shield-check">
    <Info>
      Mississippi is best understood as a single-board state. The MSBOC handles all commercial and residential contractor licensing, with 6 major classifications and extensive specialty categories.
    </Info>

    * One board (MSBOC) administers all contractor licensing — commercial and residential.
    * The classification system has 6 major categories: Building Construction, Electrical, Highway/Street/Bridge, Heavy Construction, Municipal/Public Works, and Mechanical.
    * Reciprocity agreements exist with 10 states, but all applicants must still pass the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam.
    * Fire Sprinkler Work is a standalone classification requiring NICET Level III certification.
    * Separate commercial and residential requirements — they have different application fees, insurance minimums, and financial statement requirements.
    * Reciprocity waivers apply to trade exams only; the Law and Business Management exam is always required.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Readiness checklist

Four things you need to confirm before you can treat Mississippi as "ready" for a bid or an application. If any of these are unclear, you are not ready yet.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Classify the project" icon="tag">
    Determine whether the work is commercial, residential new build, residential remodel, fire sprinkler, or residential life safety subcontracting. Each has a different threshold.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Apply the right threshold test" icon="receipt">
    Check `$50,000` for commercial and residential new build, `$10,000` for remodeling, `$5,000` / `$10,000` for fire sprinkler (public / private). Residential life safety subs are regulated regardless of value.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Route to MSBOC" icon="building">
    All licensing goes through the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. There is no secondary board to check.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm the requirement set" icon="clipboard-check">
    Confirm your classification, net worth requirement (`$50,000` major / `$20,000` other), insurance minimums, financial statement, references, and exam requirements before filing.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Check>
  If you can identify project type, threshold, classification, and requirement set, you have the minimum package needed for a Mississippi readiness check.
</Check>

## Navigation

Use these links to jump to related cross-state comparisons and workflows.

* [New state evaluation](/docs/workflows/new-state-evaluation) if you are screening Mississippi for the first time.
* [Multi-state bid readiness](/docs/workflows/multi-state-bid-readiness) if you need to compare Mississippi with nearby jurisdictions.
* [Licensing thresholds](/docs/compare/licensing-thresholds) or [prequalification patterns](/docs/compare/prequalification) for cross-state context.

## Construction work regulated

Mississippi's licensing triggers vary by project type, contract value, and whether the project is public or private. Residential subcontractors in life safety trades are regulated regardless of dollar amount.

| Work lane                                 | What triggers regulation                                                |
| ----------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Commercial contractors (general or subs)  | Work over **\$50,000**                                                  |
| Residential builder (new construction)    | Work over **\$50,000**                                                  |
| Residential remodeler (including roofing) | Improvements over **\$10,000**                                          |
| Fire sprinkler (public projects)          | Work over **\$5,000**                                                   |
| Fire sprinkler (private projects)         | Work over **\$10,000**                                                  |
| Residential subcontractors (life safety)  | Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical — regulated regardless of amount |
| Residential construction managers         | Regulated                                                               |
| Residential solar contractors             | Regulated                                                               |

<Note>
  Fire Sprinkler Work is a standalone classification. Applicants must submit proof of NICET Level III certification.
</Note>

## Common determination scenarios

If you are trying to figure out where to start, expand the scenario that is closest to your situation.

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Commercial building project over $50,000" icon="building">
    Apply to MSBOC for a commercial contractor license. You will need a reviewed or audited financial statement (not a compilation), a net worth of at least **\$50,000** for a major classification, **\$300,000** / **\$600,000** liability insurance, workers' comp if 5+ employees, three references (one from a bank), and to pass the Law and Business Management exam plus any applicable trade exam.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Residential new construction over $50,000" icon="house">
    Apply to MSBOC for a Residential Builder license. Requirements include a **\$50** application fee (plus **\$100** per additional classification), liability insurance, three references, proof of experience, and the Law and Business Management exam plus a trade exam.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Residential remodeling over $10,000" icon="house">
    Apply to MSBOC for a Residential Remodeler license. The threshold is lower than new construction — **\$10,000** for improvements to existing residences, including roofing work.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Fire sprinkler installation" icon="flame">
    Fire sprinkler work is triggered at **\$5,000** on public projects or **\$10,000** on private projects. This is a standalone classification requiring NICET Level III certification.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Out-of-state contractor with reciprocity" icon="arrow-left-right">
    MSBOC has reciprocal agreements with 10 states. If you hold an unlimited license in a reciprocal state and meet the years-held requirement, your trade exam may be waived — but you must still pass the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam. Check the reciprocity table for state-specific restrictions.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Who regulates construction

Mississippi consolidates all contractor licensing under a single board. There is no secondary agency to check for trade-specific credentials.

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="All commercial and residential licensing — Mississippi State Board of Contractors" icon="building">
    2679 Crane Ridge Drive, Suite C, Jackson, MS 39216

    **Phone:** (800) 880-6161 / (601) 354-6161 | **Fax:** (601) 354-6715

    **Website:** [msboc.us](http://www.msboc.us/)
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Requirements

Mississippi separates requirements for commercial and residential applicants. Both categories must pass the Law and Business Management exam. Fee tables and insurance minimums differ by contractor type.

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Commercial Contractors" icon="building" defaultOpen={true}>
    | Requirement                       | Detail                                                                                            |
    | --------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
    | Exam                              | Law and Business Management exam required for all applicants, plus trade exam if applicable       |
    | Experience                        | Must show experience in the classification(s) of work requested                                   |
    | Financial statement               | Reviewed or audited CPA financial statement within the last 12 months (compilations not accepted) |
    | Net worth (major classification)  | At least **\$50,000**                                                                             |
    | Net worth (other classifications) | At least **\$20,000**                                                                             |
    | Liability insurance               | **\$300,000** per occurrence / **\$600,000** aggregate                                            |
    | Workers' comp                     | Required if 5 or more employees                                                                   |
    | References                        | 3 letters (1 from bank, 2 from construction-related contacts)                                     |
    | Entity registration               | Corporations and LLCs must be registered with the Mississippi Secretary of State                  |
    | Tax ID                            | Mississippi sales tax or use tax number required, plus state or federal income tax ID             |

    | Fee type                                    | Amount    |
    | ------------------------------------------- | --------- |
    | Application fee (includes 1 classification) | **\$400** |
    | Each additional classification              | **\$100** |
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Residential Contractors (Builders, Remodelers, Roofers, Subs)" icon="house">
    | Requirement         | Detail                                                                           |
    | ------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
    | Exam                | Law and Business Management exam required, plus trade exam                       |
    | Experience          | Must show experience in the classification(s) requested                          |
    | Liability insurance | General liability required (coverage amount confirmed at application)            |
    | Workers' comp       | Required if 5 or more employees                                                  |
    | References          | 3 letters (1 from bank, 2 from construction-related contacts)                    |
    | Entity registration | Corporations and LLCs must be registered with the Mississippi Secretary of State |
    | Tax ID              | Mississippi income tax ID, federal tax ID, or Social Security Number             |

    | Fee type                                    | Amount    |
    | ------------------------------------------- | --------- |
    | Application fee (includes 1 classification) | **\$50**  |
    | Each additional classification              | **\$100** |
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Reciprocal agreements

Mississippi has reciprocal agreements with 10 states through the MSBOC. In all cases, the trade exam may be waived if the applicant holds an unlimited license for the required number of years in the reciprocal state — but every applicant must still pass the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam.

<Info>
  Reciprocity in Mississippi waives the trade exam only. The Law and Business Management exam is always required.
</Info>

| State                                      | What is waived                                                                    | Conditions                                         |
| ------------------------------------------ | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------- |
| Alabama — General Contractors Board        | All except mechanical and plumbing                                                | Must have taken the Alabama exam                   |
| Alabama — Electrical Contractors Board     | Trade exam                                                                        | Must have taken the Alabama exam                   |
| Alabama — HVAC Board                       | Trade exam                                                                        | Must have taken the Alabama exam                   |
| Alabama — Home Builders Board              | Trade exam                                                                        | Must have taken the Alabama exam                   |
| Alabama — Plumbers & Gas Fitters Board     | Commercial plumbing exam only                                                     | Must have taken the Alabama exam                   |
| Arkansas                                   | All except mechanical and electrical                                              | Must have taken the Arkansas exam                  |
| Florida                                    | General or residential building construction                                      | Must have taken the Florida exam                   |
| Georgia                                    | Commercial and residential building only                                          | Must have taken the Georgia exam                   |
| Louisiana                                  | All except mechanical or plumbing (HVAC can be waived)                            | Must have taken the Louisiana exam                 |
| North Carolina — Electrical Board          | Electrical and alarm systems only                                                 | Must have taken the NC exam                        |
| North Carolina — General Contractors Board | Building, residential, concrete, grading, excavating, roofing, pools, water/sewer | Must have taken the NC exam                        |
| Ohio                                       | Electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and/or refrigeration only                             | Must have taken the Ohio exam                      |
| South Carolina — Contractors Board         | Building and electrical only                                                      | Must have passed PSI, Experior, Block, or NAI exam |
| South Carolina — Residential Builders      | Trade exam                                                                        | Must have taken the SC exam                        |
| Tennessee                                  | Trade exam                                                                        | Must have taken the Tennessee exam                 |

## Types of licenses

Mississippi's classification system is organized into six major categories, each with dozens of specialty subcategories. Residential licensing has its own separate set of classifications.

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Major Classifications" icon="building">
    * Building Construction
    * Electrical Work
    * Highway, Street and Bridge Construction
    * Heavy Construction
    * Municipal and Public Works
    * Mechanical Work
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Building Specialties" icon="building">
    * Acoustical and Drywall Treatment
    * Cabinets and Millwork
    * Carpentry and Framing
    * Concrete
    * Concrete Paving
    * Concrete Reinforcing
    * Construction Management
    * Conveyor Systems
    * Crane Construction and Repair
    * Demolition
    * Elevators and Escalators
    * Excavation, Grading and Drainage
    * Fencing
    * Fireproofing
    * Floor Covering
    * Glass, Glazing, Windows and Skylights
    * Hazardous Materials
    * Hydroblasting and Sandblasting
    * Installation of Linings and Coatings
    * Insulation (Walls, Attics, Exterior)
    * Interior Finishing
    * Landscaping, Grading and Beautification
    * Lathing, Plastering and Stucco
    * Marine Construction
    * Masonry, Brick and Stone
    * Metal Buildings
    * Millwright
    * Ornamental Iron and Miscellaneous Metal
    * Painting
    * Piers, Caissons, Pile Driving
    * Refractory Work
    * Remodeling
    * Rigging, House Moving, Wrecking and Dismantling
    * Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding
    * Scaffolding
    * Sheetmetal
    * Sign Erection
    * Structural Steel
    * Swimming Pools
    * Tanks and Vessels
    * Tile and Marble
    * Towers
    * Waterproofing
    * Welding
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Electrical Specialties" icon="bolt">
    * Alarm Systems, Access Systems, and Security Equipment
    * Communication Systems and Low Voltage
    * Electrical Installation of Automated Meter Reading Equipment
    * Instrumentation (Electrical)
    * Telecommunications
    * Traffic Control (Electrical)
    * Transmission and Distribution Lines
    * Turbine Generator Maintenance and Repair
    * Underground Cable Installation
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Highway and Heavy" icon="road">
    Highway, Street and Bridge specialties:

    * Asphalt Milling and Recycling
    * Asphalt Paving
    * Boring and Tunneling
    * Concrete Paving
    * Erosion Control
    * Grinding, Grooving and Grouting (Roads)
    * Right of Way Clearing
    * Road Sweeping
    * Soil Drainage Wicks
    * Traffic Control, Signs, Striping, Guardrails (Non-Electrical)

    Heavy Construction specialties:

    * Dams, Reservoirs, Flood Control Work
    * Dredging
    * Geotextile and Membrane Linings
    * Grain Elevators and Silos
    * Marine Construction
    * Oil Field Construction
    * Oil Refineries
    * Pipeline Construction
    * Railroad Construction
    * Retention Systems
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Mechanical Specialties" icon="temperature">
    * Boiler Installation and Repair
    * Cathodic Protection
    * Ductwork for Heating, A/C and Ventilation
    * Fueling Systems
    * HVAC
    * Instrumentation, Controls and Energy Management (Mechanical)
    * Insulation (Mechanical Pipes and Duct Work)
    * Irrigation Systems
    * Millwright
    * Plumbing
    * Process Piping
    * Refrigeration
    * Swimming Pools
    * Underground Utilities
    * Welding
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Residential" icon="house">
    * Residential Builder
    * Residential Remodeler
    * Residential Roofer
    * Residential Electrical
    * Residential Mechanical
    * Residential HVAC
    * Residential Plumbing
    * Residential Construction Manager
    * Residential Solar
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Standalone" icon="flame">
    * Fire Sprinkler Work (requires NICET Level III certification)
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## See also

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="South region guide" icon="map" href="/docs/jurisdictions/regions/south">
    Browse all South jurisdictions for comparison.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Contractors guide" icon="hard-hat" href="/docs/personas/contractor">
    Cross-state guidance for contractors evaluating new jurisdictions.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Regulators guide" icon="shield-check" href="/docs/personas/regulatory-staff">
    Cross-state guidance for comparing regulatory models and agency structures.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

**Neighboring jurisdictions with reciprocity ties:**

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card title="Alabama" icon="map-pin" href="/docs/jurisdictions/alabama">
    Reciprocity across 5 Alabama boards — general contractors, electrical, HVAC, home builders, and plumbers.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Arkansas" icon="map-pin" href="/docs/jurisdictions/arkansas">
    Trade exam waiver for all except mechanical and electrical classifications.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Louisiana" icon="map-pin" href="/docs/jurisdictions/louisiana">
    Trade exam waiver for all except mechanical or plumbing (HVAC can be waived).
  </Card>

  <Card title="Tennessee" icon="map-pin" href="/docs/jurisdictions/tennessee">
    Trade exam waiver with Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Georgia" icon="map-pin" href="/docs/jurisdictions/georgia">
    Waives commercial and residential building classifications.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Florida" icon="map-pin" href="/docs/jurisdictions/florida">
    Waives general or residential building construction.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>