Utah electrical license lookup: how to check and get a license
Utah electrical license lookup: who issues electrician licenses (DOPL), how to check one online, the license types, and 1,132 electrical contractors by county.
Do electricians need a license in Utah?
| Who licenses them | Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Department of Commerce |
|---|---|
| License types | Master Electrician, Residential Master Electrician, Journeyman Electrician, Residential Journeyman Electrician, Apprentice Electrician, General Electrical Contractor, Residential Electrical Contractor |
| When a license is required | Electrical system work must be done by a licensed electrical contractor even on small jobs under the handyman exemption; a licensed journeyman may replace components such as outlets, switches or fixtures |
Electricians and electrical contracting businesses are licensed separately by DOPL. Check both on DOPL's license lookup before hiring, and confirm the job is permitted where required.
How do you look up an electrician's license in Utah?
- Ask the electrician for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the Utah electrical license lookup run by DOPL.
- 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 DOPL.
What electrical licenses does Utah issue?
- Master Electrician
- Residential Master Electrician
- Journeyman Electrician
- Residential Journeyman Electrician
- Apprentice Electrician
- General Electrical Contractor
- Residential Electrical Contractor
How do you get a electrical license in Utah?
Licenses are issued by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), Department of Commerce. Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official DOPL source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many electricians are there in Utah?
The Census Bureau counted 1,132 electrical contractors with employees in Utah in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Salt Lake County | 385 |
|---|---|
| Utah County | 235 |
| Davis County | 99 |
| Washington County | 93 |
| Weber County | 75 |
| Cache County | 51 |
| Summit County | 29 |
| Iron County | 24 |
What do Utah homes mean for electrical work?
The median home in Utah was built in 1991, 29% of households rent and 75% of homes are single-family houses. 79% of homes heat with utility gas and 16% with electricity.
How do you choose an electrician in Utah?
- 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: Utah licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.