As of March 13, 2017, the City of DeKalb no longer issues licenses nor administers tests for electrical or HVAC contractors. Instead, Contractor Registration is required each year by December 31st.
Annual Contractor Registration
To perform work in the City of DeKalb, individuals in the following trades must submit a Contractor Registration Application, a Certificate of Insurance, and a $50 annual registration fee:
General Contractors (includes fence, sign, demo, etc.)
Electrical Contractors
HVAC Contractors
No registration will be effective and no permits will be approved until all requirements are on file with the City of DeKalb.
State Licensed Contractor Requirements
To perform work in the City of DeKalb, the individuals in the following trades must complete a State Licensed Contractor Registration Application and provide a copy of his/her State of Illinois license(s):
Plumbing Contractors (State of Illinois Plumbing License and State of Illinois Contractor License)
Roofing Contractors
Fire Alarm Contractors
Fire Sprinkler Contractors
No registration will be effective and no permits will be approved until all requirements are on file with the City of DeKalb.