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Pennsylvania General Contractor License Renewal: Fees & Requirements (2026)

Data verified: March 2026 · Source: Pennsylvania Attorney General — Bureau of Consumer Protection · Methodology →

Pennsylvania GC Renewal at a Glance

Renewal Fee
$50
CE Required
None
Renewal Cycle
2 years
Late Fee
$100
Grace Period
30 days

Pennsylvania does not have a statewide contractor licensing requirement, but many municipalities do.

How to Renew Your Pennsylvania GC License

  1. 1

    Complete any required CE

    Pennsylvania does not currently require continuing education for General Contractor renewal. Confirm with the Pennsylvania Attorney General — Bureau of Consumer Protection before submitting your renewal.

  2. 2

    Submit your renewal application

    Log in to the Pennsylvania Attorney General — Bureau of Consumer Protection online licensing portal before your license expiration date. Complete the renewal application and attest to CE completion if required.

  3. 3

    Pay the $50 renewal fee

    Pay the $50 base renewal fee. If renewing after expiration but within the 30-day grace period, the late fee of $100 applies.

  4. 4

    Confirm license renewal

    Download or print your renewed license. Verify your new expiration date and confirm the license appears as active in the Pennsylvania Attorney General — Bureau of Consumer Protection's public license lookup.

Official Licensing Board

Pennsylvania Attorney General — Bureau of Consumer Protection

www.attorneygeneral.gov →

Calculate Your Total Renewal Cost

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pennsylvania General Contractor renewal fee? +
The base renewal fee for a General Contractor license in Pennsylvania is $50 per 2-year renewal cycle. The late renewal fee is $100 (grace period: 30 days).
How many CE Hours does Pennsylvania require for GC renewal? +
Pennsylvania does not require continuing education for General Contractor license renewal.
Which board regulates General Contractor licenses in Pennsylvania? +
The Pennsylvania Attorney General — Bureau of Consumer Protection regulates General Contractor licenses in Pennsylvania. Visit their official website for the most current renewal instructions and fee schedule.
What happens if my Pennsylvania GC license expires? +
Pennsylvania provides a 30-day grace period after expiration during which you can renew by paying the late fee of $100. After the grace period, your license may become lapsed and require a reinstatement process.
Data last verified January 2025 from official board sources. Fees change without notice — verify current amounts at Pennsylvania Attorney General — Bureau of Consumer Protection before submitting payment. How we source our data →