Vermont Contractor License and Building Codes

State of Vermont Contractor & Building Information

Vermont State Department of Public Safety

Vermont Licenses and Permits
For complete information visit: Vermont Licenses and Permits.

Vermont Licensed Electricians
The State Electrical Safety program is achieved through the adoption of nationally recognized safety codes, licensing, education, training of people doing electrical installation work and code enforcement, which reduces the risk of fire and electrocutions.
For complete information visit: Vermont Licensed Electricians.

Check a Vermont Contractor License
With this search you can find licensing and disciplinary information about any of our current or former licensees.
For complete information visit: Vermont License Look Up

Vermont ICC International Code Council Building Codes
For Vermont ICC Building Code information visit: Vermont ICC Building Codes.

Vermont Electrical Code Highlights
For complete building code information visit: Vermont Electrical Code Highlights.

Vermont Building Codes and Safety Services
Vermont Adopted Codes and Standards – Electrical Safety Rules
The State of Vermont Division of Fire Safety has adopted nationally recognized safety standards to protect the public.
For complete the adopted codes and standards visit: Vermont Adopted Codes and Standards.

Vermont Building Codes and Safety Services
For complete Building and Safety Code information visit: Vermont Building Codes and Safety Services.

Vermont Building Permits Applications and Forms
IMPORTANT: A state work notice/permit shall be obtained prior to the start of any work.
For complete information visit: Vermont Building Permits.

Vermont Electrical Codes

NEC® National Electrical Code Adoption: 2014
Effective July 2014.

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.

Vermont Energy Codes

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

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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.