New Jersey Commercial Contractor License Fee Calculator
Estimate your New Jersey commercial contractor license and registration fees based on license type, business entity, and whether you are applying for a new license or renewing. Fees are based on the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs and Department of Labor schedules.
Select a license type to see your estimated fees.
Formula
Total Fee = Base License Fee + Salesperson Fees + Branch Location Fees + Late Renewal Penalty + Processing Fee
- Base License Fee — varies by license type, entity type (sole / partnership / corporation), and action (new vs. renewal). See fee table above.
- Salesperson Fees (HIC only) = Number of Salespersons × $50 per salesperson (N.J.A.C. 13:45A-17.2)
- Branch Location Surcharge (HIC only) = Number of Additional Locations × $50 per location
- Late Renewal Penalty = 50% × Base Renewal Fee (applies only when renewing after expiration)
- Technology / Processing Fee = $5 flat (DCA online filing surcharge)
Assumptions & References
- Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) base fee: $110 per biennial period for all entity types — N.J.S.A. 56:8-136 et seq.; N.J.A.C. 13:45A-17
- HIC salesperson registration: $50 per salesperson per biennial period — N.J.A.C. 13:45A-17.2
- Electrical, Plumbing, and HVACR contractor licenses are issued on a 3-year (triennial) cycle — N.J.S.A. 45:5A, 45:14C, 45:22-1
- Elevator and Fire Protection contractor licenses renew annually — N.J.A.C. 12:90; N.J.A.C. 5:70
- Asbestos and Lead Abatement contractor licenses renew annually — N.J.A.C. 12:120; N.J.A.C. 5:17
- Well Driller / Pump Installer licenses renew on a 3-year cycle — N.J.S.A. 58:4A-4.1; N.J.A.C. 7:9D
- Late renewal penalty of 50% of the base fee is consistent with general NJ Division of Consumer Affairs policy for lapsed licenses.
- Corporation / LLC entity type incurs higher base fees reflecting additional administrative review requirements.
- This calculator does not include examination fees, insurance certificate filing fees, or municipal permit fees, which vary by jurisdiction.
- Always confirm current fee schedules directly with the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs or the relevant licensing board before submitting payment.