When you’re hiring someone to work on your home’s electrical system, licensing isn’t optional—it’s essential. Understanding how Maryland electrical licensing works helps you hire smart, stay safe, and ensure your project meets code.
At F&B Electric LLC, all of our technicians are fully licensed and insured in Maryland. We’re breaking down how licensing works and why it should always be one of your first questions when hiring.
How Maryland Electrical Licensing Works
Electricians in Maryland are regulated by the Maryland Department of Labor. Licenses are required to legally perform any electrical work, and each level of license has specific qualifications and responsibilities.
The main license levels include:
- Apprentice Electrician: Must work under direct supervision of a licensed journeyman or master.
- Journeyman Electrician: Can perform most tasks but cannot operate independently without a master.
- Master Electrician: Can supervise other electricians, pull permits, and operate independently.
- Electrical Contractor License: Required for businesses offering electrical services.
To get licensed, electricians must complete verified training or apprenticeships, pass a state exam, and carry proper insurance and bond coverage.
Why Maryland Electrical Licensing Matters
Electrical licenses aren’t just paperwork—they protect you as a homeowner.
Hiring a properly licensed electrician guarantees your project is completed with code-compliant, inspection-ready installations, proper legal permit handling, and verified skills backed by industry knowledge. It also protects you from liability in case anything goes wrong during or after the job.
At F&B Electric, we meet all Maryland licensing requirements and stay up to date through continuing education.
How to Verify a License in Maryland
It’s easy to confirm whether an electrician is licensed. Simply:
- Visit the Maryland Department of Labor’s website
- Use their license lookup tool
- Search by business name, individual name, or license number
Or, just ask us—we’re happy to provide proof of our credentials before every project.
FAQs – Maryland Electrical Licensing
Do all electricians in Maryland need a license?
Yes. Performing electrical work without a license is illegal and can result in fines and safety risks.
What’s the difference between a journeyman and a master electrician?
Journeymen must work under a master’s supervision. A master can work independently, pull permits, and supervise others.
Does F&B Electric carry the proper Maryland licenses?
Yes! Every member of our team is fully licensed and insured to work anywhere in Maryland.
Hire Licensed Maryland Electricians You Can Trust
When it comes to Maryland electrical licensing, F&B Electric LLC takes compliance seriously. We believe homeowners deserve safe, efficient, and legal electrical services—done by people who are fully certified.