How to get a general contractor license in Maryland
Maryland general 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
- License Categories and Requirements - Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing # License Categories and Requirements - Home Improvement Commission - Contractor A contractor may perform or agree to perform a home improv…
- - Salespersons A person may only be licensed to represent up to two licensed contractors in the selling of home improvements.
- License Requirements Any applicant who has had a conviction of a misdemea
- Board page: License Categories and Requirements - Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) - Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
Requirements overview
- Maryland sets experience, education, and exam rules for general 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 Maryland contractor 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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