CE hours are the continuing-education units general contractors log toward their state's renewal requirement. The exact hours required vary by state — see the table above for each jurisdiction, or use our free renewal calculator.

Is this page official?

No — General contractors should always confirm their exact requirements with their state board before renewing. Every verified row above links directly to the board and the date we checked it.

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General contractors CE & license renewal requirements

Contractor licensing varies widely by state — some require continuing education to renew, many do not. Renewal is handled by the state contractors' board or licensing agency.

Measured in CE hours· every verified row is sourced and dated

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Frequently asked questions

How often do general contractors renew their license?: Contractor licensing varies widely by state — some require continuing education to renew, many do not. Renewal is handled by the state contractors' board or licensing agency.
What are CE hours?: CE hours are the continuing-education units general contractors log toward their state's renewal requirement. The exact hours required vary by state — see the table above for each jurisdiction, or use our free renewal calculator.
Is this page official?: No — General contractors should always confirm their exact requirements with their state board before renewing. Every verified row above links directly to the board and the date we checked it.