Applications and Forms
In accordance with S.C. Code of Laws Section 8-29-10 and a SC Attorney General Opinion dated March 3, 2014, DACA status recipients are not eligible to receive a professional license in South Carolina.
- Online Electronic Application
This electronic application is only available for first-time applicants.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the online application, download and print the forms and instructions.
- Paper Applications
These applications should be printed, filled out and mailed in to the Commission. The paper applications may not be used in conjunction with the online electronic application.
Residential Specialty Electrical License Application
Reinstatement Application for Residential Specialty Electrical License
- Online Electronic Application
This electronic application is only available for first-time applicants.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the online application, download and print the forms and instructions.
- Paper Applications
These applications should be printed, filled out and mailed in to the Commission. The paper applications may not be used in conjunction with the online electronic application.
Residential Specialty HVAC License Application
- Online Electronic Application
This electronic application is only available for first-time applicants.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the online application, download and print the forms and instructions.
- Paper Applications
These applications should be printed, filled out and mailed in to the Commission. The paper applications may not be used in conjunction with the online electronic application.
Residential Specialty Plumbing License Application
This registration includes the below classifications (limit 3):
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Vinyl/Aluminum Siding |
Insulation Installer |
Roofing |
Solar |
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Floor Covering |
Masonry |
Drywall Installer |
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Carpenter |
Stucco Installer |
Painter/Wallpaper |
- Online Electronic Application
This electronic application is only available for first-time applicants.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the online application, download and print the forms and instructions.
- Paper Applications
These applications should be printed, filled out and mailed in to the Commission. The paper applications may not be used in conjunction with the online electronic application.
Residential Specialty Contractor Registration Application
Reinstatement Application for Residential Specialty Contractor Registration
Surety Bond and Bonding Companies
* When the total cost of a project (labor and materials combined, no matter who purchases the materials) exceeds $5,000, a Surety Bond in the amount of $5,000 must be submitted.
- Online Electronic Application
This electronic application is only available for first-time applicants.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the online application, download and print the forms and instructions.
- Paper Applications
These applications should be printed, filled out and mailed in to the Commission. The paper applications may not be used in conjunction with the online electronic application.
Residential Builder License Application
Residential Builder Experience Affidavit
Reinstatement Application for Residential Home Builder License
Surety Bond and Bonding Companies
- 2024-2026 Late License Renewal
Licenses renewed by June 30, 2025 are $270. After June 30, 2025, licenses must be reinstated.
- Paper Application
This application should be printed, filled out and mailed in to the Commission. An electronic version of this application is not currently available.
- Online Electronic Application
This electronic application is only available for first-time applicants.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the online application, download and print the forms and instructions.
- Paper Applications
These applications should be printed, filled out and mailed in to the Commission. The paper applications may not be used in conjunction with the online electronic application.
Residential Home Inspector License Application
Reinstatement Application for Residential Home Inspector License
- 2024-2026 Late License Renewal
Licenses renewed by June 30, 2025 are $250. After June 30, 2025, licenses must be reinstated.
- Complaint Form
- Change of Information Form
- Residential Construction Standards are the guidelines used in analyzing complaints.
- Surety Bond
- Bonding Companies
- Licensee List Request Form
- SC Standards of Practice for Home Inspectors
- Residential Specialty Registration Work Experience Affidavit
- Proof of Company Ownership Affidavit
- Home Inspector Course Provider List
- Residential Builder Experience Affidavit
- Verification of Lawful Presence