Maine electrical license lookup: how to check and get a license
Maine electrical license lookup: who issues electrician licenses (Maine Electricians' Examining Board (Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)), how to check one online, the license types, and 662 electrical contractors by county.
Do electricians need a license in Maine?
| Who licenses them | Maine Electricians' Examining Board (Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation) |
|---|---|
| License types | Master Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Limited Electrician, Apprentice Electrician, Journeyman-in-Training Electrician, Helper Electrician |
The board licenses electricians and issues permits; installations started on or after July 1, 2026 must follow the 2026 NEC as adopted by the board. Verify licenses in OPOR's online database.
How do you look up an electrician's license in Maine?
- Ask the electrician for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the Maine electrical license lookup run by Maine Electricians' Examining Board (Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation).
- Search by license number first. A name search can return several people or companies with similar names.
- Check that the status is active or current, that the license type covers your job, and that the name matches the company on your contract.
- If something doesn't match, ask the electrician about it before you sign or pay a deposit, or contact Maine Electricians' Examining Board (Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation).
What electrical licenses does Maine issue?
- Master Electrician
- Journeyman Electrician
- Limited Electrician
- Apprentice Electrician
- Journeyman-in-Training Electrician
- Helper Electrician
How do you get a electrical license in Maine?
Licenses are issued by the Maine Electricians' Examining Board (Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation). Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official Maine Electricians' Examining Board (Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation) source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many electricians are there in Maine?
The Census Bureau counted 662 electrical contractors with employees in Maine in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Cumberland County | 152 |
|---|---|
| York County | 127 |
| Penobscot County | 62 |
| Kennebec County | 48 |
| Androscoggin County | 45 |
| Hancock County | 38 |
| Lincoln County | 29 |
| Knox County | 29 |
What do Maine homes mean for electrical work?
The median home in Maine was built in 1976, 26% of households rent and 73% of homes are single-family houses. 8% of homes heat with utility gas and 10% with electricity, and 57% with fuel oil.
How do you choose an electrician in Maine?
- Check the license on the state or city license search, and ask whether the person doing the work is licensed or working under someone's license.
- Ask whether the job needs a permit and an inspection, and who files it. A licensed electrician files the permit.
- Ask for proof of insurance. Electrical mistakes show up later, so you want the company insured.
- For panel upgrades, ask whether the utility needs to be scheduled to cut and restore power, and who arranges it.
- Get a written estimate that lists the circuits, fixtures and materials.
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Sources: Maine licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.