Alabama AL-HB Classification At A Glance
What Can a Alabama AL-HB (Residential Home Builder (HB)) Do?
Construction, alteration, and repair of residential structures on projects over $10,000 statewide. Licensed by the AL Home Builders Licensure Board under Ala. Code § 34-14A.
Subcontracting & Trade Scope
Prime contractor on residential; may subcontract to AL-licensed specialty trades.
Need a Alabama AL-HB Qualifier Immediately?
Obtaining a Alabama AL-HB license by testing can take 9 to 18 months between application review, study time, exam dates, and board hearings.
IQS places pre-vetted, licensed Alabama AL-HB Qualifiers with your entity as a qualifying agent, allowing your company to pull permits and sign contracts immediately.
Alabama AL-HB License Requirements & Exam Prerequisites
Verifiable Experience Required
- 2 years residential construction experience.
- Pass the Home Builder trade exam.
Required Examinations
- AL Home Builder Trade Exam
Per HBLB requirements.
How Alabama AL-HB Compares to Other Licenses
AL-HB vs. AL-BC (Building Construction (BC))
- Home Builder is residential >$10K; BC is commercial/industrial >$100K.
Frequently Asked Questions: Alabama AL-HB License
What does a Alabama AL-HB license allow?
Construction, alteration, and repair of residential structures on projects over $10,000 statewide. Licensed by the AL Home Builders Licensure Board under Ala. Code § 34-14A.
Can my business hire a Alabama AL-HB qualifying agent?
Yes. IQS places pre-vetted Residential Home Builder (HB) qualifying agents with your entity. The qualifying agent provides the license credentials necessary for your company to pull permits legally in Alabama.
How much does a Alabama AL-HB qualifier cost?
Compensation typically consists of a monthly retainer plus a project/permit fee structure under a compliant qualifying agreement. Contact IQS for current market rates tailored to your volume.
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Related Alabama License Classifications
Closely related Alabama classifications for cross-licensing and qualifier placement.
Building Construction Contractor (BC)
Commercial & industrial building construction statewide.
Building Construction Under Four Stories (BCU4)
Commercial building construction <4 stories statewide.
Highways & Streets Contractor (HS)
Highway & street construction statewide.
Municipal & Utility Contractor (MU)
Municipal & utility infrastructure statewide.
Heavy & Railroad Contractor (H/RR)
Heavy & railroad construction statewide.
Electrical Contractor (ELE)
Electrical Contractor — AL licensed specialty.
