How to get a alarm / low-voltage contractor license in District of Columbia
District of Columbia alarm / low-voltage contractor licensing covers hours, prerequisites, exam path, fees, and renewal. Confirm current rules on the board source before you apply.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- Security Alarm Dealer | dlcp ### Business Activity Security Alarm Dealer ### Requirements - Certificate of Occupancy/Home Occupation Permit - Corporate Registration(if applicable) - Police Criminal History Report - Proof of Professional Licensure - Tax Registration ### Fe…
- 00 ### Apply ONLINE Apply for a license online at BOSS.
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- Board page: Security Alarm Dealer | dlcp
Requirements overview
- District of Columbia sets experience, education, and exam rules for alarm / low-voltage contractor applicants
- Documented OJT or apprenticeship hours are common for journeyman / technician paths
- Master and contractor tracks usually add experience, exams, and firm paperwork
- Confirm current hour totals, affidavits, and fees on the state board before you apply
Exam
- See the District of Columbia low-voltage exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
- LicenseFlo helps with paperwork and reminders — we do not sit the exam
Renewals
- Most credentials renew on a fixed cycle with mandatory CE or training
- Roster watch → intake → assemble → sign → submit
Related: Exam · Renewal and CE
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