Tennessee licensing
Licensing in Tennessee — Sources checked
Who and what this applies to
Tennessee prime contractors and specified subcontractor trades.
Thresholds and scope
A contractor’s license is required before bidding/offering a price on prime projects of $25,000 or more, including labor and materials.
The rules
- Tennessee Commerce’s current licensing guidance applies the $25,000 threshold to prime contractors and electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and roofing subcontract portions; masonry subcontractors use a $100,000 threshold. The applicable license must cover the project classification and monetary limit. Source
Deadlines
Obtain the required license before bidding or offering the price.
Primary sources
Sources reviewed 2026-09-30. This guide covers the projects and rules stated above.
Not legal advice. This is general legal information. Laws and project facts differ; confirm the applicable requirements for your project.
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