Field guide · Illinois
Illinois contractor licensing, by trade
Illinois licenses 4 trades — each with its own bond, fees and renewal cycle. Compared side by side; every figure is source-cited on the trade page.
Illinois licensing detail compiled from the official state boards and cross-checked against the source of record. Every page links its sources and shows the date a human last verified it.
Bond type: Fixed set amount · Tiered scales by volume · Credit-based financial responsibility in lieu of a bond · None no bond required
| ⚡ Electrician | $150 | Annual | Varies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔧 Plumber | $175 | Annual | $20,000 Fixed |
| 🏗️ General Contractor | Varies | Annual | Varies |
| 🏠 Roofer | $125 | Every 2 yrs | Varies |