State licensing directory
Pennsylvania fire protection licensing
Who licenses fire sprinkler, fire alarm, extinguisher and kitchen hood work in Pennsylvania, from official state sources.
Licensed locally. Pennsylvania has no single statewide license for most of this work; requirements vary by city or town. Check with the local building or fire official.
Rows marked "details being verified" have not yet been confirmed on an official source. We never estimate.
Who licenses what
| Type of work | Licensing agency | License types | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire sprinkler work | No statewide fire protection contractor license found on Pennsylvania state sites. Licensed locally where required. Example: City of Philadelphia, Department of Licenses and Inspections | Philadelphia: Fire Suppression Systems Contractor License. | Verified |
| Fire alarm work | Licensed locally where required. Details being verified. | Details being verified | |
| Portable extinguisher service | Licensed locally where required. Details being verified. | Details being verified | |
| Kitchen hood suppression and exhaust work | Licensed locally where required. Details being verified. | Details being verified |
Fees, renewal and key rules
- Pennsylvania licensing varies by municipality. Check with the city or township where the building is.
- Philadelphia Fire Suppression Systems Contractor License: $316 license fee (a $100 nonrefundable application fee is applied toward it); renewed annually for $316; renewals more than 60 days late add 1.5% per month. Requires qualified personnel and insurance (general liability $500,000 per occurrence, auto $300,000, workers' compensation).
Town and fire marshal reporting
Varies by municipality.
Official sources
- Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry: Contractor Licensing
- City of Philadelphia: Get a Fire Suppression Systems Contractor License
Last reviewed October 2026. General information only, not legal advice. Fees and rules change; confirm with the agency before applying.