Wyoming Contractor Classifications
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License & Credential Catalog
Electrical Contractor (electrical-contractor)
wy:statute:wyo-stat-35-9-elecStatewide license issued by the Wyoming Department of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety (State Fire Marshal) authorizing commercial, industrial, and residential electrical contracting. Requires designating a full-time Master Electrician of record.
Notes: Requires full-time Master Electrician on staff, ICC examination, and annual license fee ($400 initial / $150 renewal).
Municipal Class A General Contractor (class-a-general)
wy:agency:cheyenne-contractor-rulesMunicipal general contractor license authorizing unlimited construction, alteration, and repair of all commercial, industrial, and residential buildings and structures within the municipal jurisdiction.
Notes: Requires passing ICC National Standard General Contractor exam, proof of general liability insurance, and worker's compensation.
Municipal Class B Building Contractor (class-b-building)
wy:agency:cheyenne-contractor-rulesMunicipal building contractor license authorizing construction, remodeling, and repair of residential single-family, multi-family, and small commercial structures under municipal building regulations.
Notes: Requires passing ICC Residential Building Contractor exam, general liability insurance, and worker's compensation.
Municipal Plumbing Contractor (class-c-plumbing)
wy:agency:cheyenne-contractor-rulesMunicipal plumbing contractor license authorizing installation, alteration, and repair of water, sewer, and gas plumbing systems. Requires employing or designating a licensed Master Plumber.
Notes: Requires Master Plumber qualification and municipal plumbing permits.
Municipal HVAC Contractor (class-c-hvac)
wy:agency:cheyenne-contractor-rulesMunicipal mechanical contractor license authorizing the installation and service of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems within the municipal jurisdiction.
Notes: Requires ICC mechanical examination, general liability insurance, and mechanical permits.
Municipal Building Permit (local-building-permit)
wy:agency:cheyenne-contractor-rulesLocal municipal and county building permit required prior to commencing structural building, roof replacement, plumbing, or major remodeling within municipal or county boundaries.
Notes: Issued by local municipal building divisions (Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, Jackson, Gillette).