South Carolina low-voltage / alarm license renewal
South Carolina low-voltage technician license renewal and CE: cycle length, hour requirements, and late rules vary by board. Confirm current rules on the board source before you renew.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- SCLLR ## Renew My License 2026-2028 Burglar Alarm (BAC) and Fire Alarm (FAC) Contractor License renewals are now open.
- Prior to accessing the online renewal system, all licenses are required to have a current Certificate of Liability Insurance (COI) on file with the Board.
- Please submit this information via the Document Submission portal.
- Once your COI has been accepted, you will be able to complete the online renewal.
- Please allow board staff 5-7 business days to update this information in o
- Board page: SCLLR
Cycle
- South Carolina sets the renewal period (annual, biennial, or longer) for low-voltage / alarm credentials
- Deadlines are usually tied to an individual expiration date, birth month, or a fixed calendar date
- Confirm your exact date on the board portal or public roster
CE hours
- Most renewals require board-approved continuing education or refresher training
- Hour totals and topic mix (code, law, safety, business) are class-specific
- Use only approved providers — unapproved hours often do not count
Late and lapse
- Late fees escalate quickly; some boards force retest or reinstatement after a hard cutoff
- Firm / contractor renewals may also need insurance or bond evidence
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