Hawaii Contractor License and Building Codes

State of Hawaii Building Information

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Hawaii Contractors License

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

For more information visit: Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.

To check to see if an electrician is licensed, or to check the status of an Electrical Contractor in the State of Hawaii go to: Hawaii Professional & Vocational Licensing Search

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Hawaii Building Codes

INFO FROM STATE SITE
For building code information visit: Hawaii Building Codes.

Hawaii Electrical Codes

NEC® National Electrical Code Adoption: 2008
The 2008 NEC was adopted by the state for state owned buildings April 2010. Local jurisdictions can adopt and enforce different codes, but Hawaii Electrical Code [2008NEC] is considered the minimum.

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.

Hawaii Energy Codes

The Hawaii Energy Code is adopted and required by the Hawaii Energy Office. This code sets minimum energy efficient buildings.
For more information visit: Hawaii Building Energy Codes Program.

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