Do I need a license to install fire alarms in Kentucky?
State license required
Yes. Kentucky requires a state license or certification for fire alarms, issued by Kentucky Dept. of Housing, Buildings & Construction.
- Issuing agency
- Kentucky Dept. of Housing, Buildings & Construction
- License / certification types
- Fire Alarm Systems certification
- NICET level
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- State exam
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Experience / hours
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Continuing education
- 6 hours CE or current NICET certification at renewal
- Renewal cycle
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Reciprocity
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Fees
- $50 renewal
- Notes
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
Source: official page · checked 2026-10-16
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