Alabama Contractor License and Building Codes

State of Alabama Contractors License Board

Alabama Electrical Contractors are licensed and regulated for the protection of consumers against deficient electrical installations. The Alabama Electrical Contractors Board issues licenses to certify electrical contractors and journeyman electricians to work within the State of Alabama.

Access license records to see if an Alabama Electrical Contractor or Journeyman Electrician in the State of Alabama is currently licensed: Alabama Electrical Contractors Web Page

State of Alabama Electrical Code Information

NEC® Adoption: 2014

Effective October 1, 2016. The AERC Board has adopted the 2015 International Energy Conservation Code as the Alabama Residential Energy Code and the 2015 International Residential Code as the Alabama Residential Building Code. This incorporates the 2014 NEC.

Please Note: Due to the nature of the electrical code adoption process, we cannot guarantee complete accuracy of this information. Please notify us of any changes you may be aware of.

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Home Electrical Wiring

All home electrical wiring projects should be performed correctly by trained and qualified individuals who understand the principles of electrical circuit wiring and the basic fundamentals of home construction. Detailed information is provided throughout areas of this website about the complexity of specific projects to help assist with you to understand the scope of work involved.
The following categories will provide more specific information for each project - below is an Example:
Electrical Project Skill Level:
Intermediate to Advanced - Best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor.
Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools and a Voltage Tester.
Estimated Time:
Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
Electrical Safety:
Identify the electrical circuits found in the project area, turn them OFF and Tag them with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
Home Electrical Parts and Materials:
Electrical parts and materials should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections:
Installing additional home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected.