Low-voltage licensing
Mississippi
Mississippi requires state Contractor licensing through the State Board of Contractors for commercial projects over $50,000 and residential over $10,000. The Electrical Contractor classification covers low-voltage. Separately, the Mississippi State Fire Marshal regulates alarm systems via the State Board of Fire Door Inspectors and Burglar Alarm Systems.
Regulatory agency
Mississippi State Board of Contractors
License classifications
The license types relevant to low-voltage work in Mississippi.
EC - Electrical Contractor
Full electrical including all low-voltage scope. Requires designated qualifying party.
Exam requiredAC - Burglar Alarm Contractor
Burglar alarm installation; issued by the Mississippi State Fire Marshal's office.
Exam required
State-wide requirements
- Workers' compensation
- Required if you have employees
- Renewal cycle
- Every 1 year
Common pitfalls
Mistakes we see installers make when navigating Mississippi licensing.
- Mississippi has thresholds: commercial $50,000, residential $10,000. Smaller jobs may not require the state license but alarm work always requires the Fire Marshal license.
- Reciprocity with Alabama, Tennessee, Louisiana, and Arkansas exists for the trade portion of the exam in certain classifications. Always confirm current status before assuming transfer.
- Bond and financial statement requirements scale with bid limit. Going over the stated bid limit invalidates the license for that job.
Sources
Last verified May 23, 2026. See something out of date? Email us.
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Disclaimer: This page summarizes public regulatory information for the convenience of low-voltage installers. It is not legal advice. State requirements change. Always verify current rules with the state agency before applying for, renewing, or relying on a license.