How to get a alarm / low-voltage contractor license in Kansas
Kansas 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
- Licensing | State Fire Marshal, KS # Licensing Unlike many other State Fire Marshal agencies, we do not charge a fee for our inspection and plans review services at this time.
- However, there are a few programs which require additional staff or additional services for which we do charge a fee.
- The state budget situation constantly changes, if any changes are made to our fee structure we will notify and post accordingly.
- ## Fire Alarm & Sprinkler Companies Kansas does not license fire alarm
- Board page: Licensing | State Fire Marshal, KS
Requirements overview
- Kansas 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 Kansas 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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