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How to get a electrician license in Tennessee
Who licenses electrician in TN
Regulator: Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors / LLE — verify any license there before hiring or trusting advice.
License levels
| Credential | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Limited Licensed Electrician (LLE) | For jobs under $25,000: experience + LLE exam — the common small-electrical credential |
| Electrical Contractor (CE) | For larger jobs: fuller experience documentation + trade and business/law exams |
Fees
Typically $200–$500 all-in
Renewal
Biennial renewal
What TN electrician pros earn
Tennessee electricians typically earn in the $24–$32/hr range (recent BLS data)
The path, in one paragraph
Most residential/small-commercial electricians take the LLE route (under $25k jobs); larger project values require the full CE contractor license.
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