Do you need a license to do electrical work in New Hampshire?
Yes. In New Hampshire, no electrical installation may be made for compensation unless it is made by an electrician or other person licensed by the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification. Electrical installations include the installation, repair, alteration and maintenance of electrical conductors, fittings, devices and fixtures for heating, lighting or power, regardless of voltage. The chapter lists exceptions, including utility work and incidental electrical work by regular employees of property owners or lessees. This is RSA 319-C:1, 319-C:2, 319-C:3.
| What | New Hampshire |
|---|---|
| Electrician license | State electrician license (OPLC, Electricians’ Board) |
Source
Read the statute in the New Hampshire Revised Statutes (General Court of New Hampshire): gencourt.state.nh.us.
Checked against the statute on November 13, 2026.
This is a summary of a published statute, not legal advice. Rules change, local ordinances can add to them, and the terms of a specific lease may differ. Check the citation and speak to a lawyer before acting.
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