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Massachusetts electrical work: who may wire your home
Source: Local Help Stations (localhelpstations.com). Last updated November 2, 2026.
Massachusetts electrical rules here come from General Laws chapter 141 and the Board of State Examiners of Electricians.
What Massachusetts rules say
- Only a state licensed master or journeyman electrician can legally be hired for electrical work at your home or business. (source: Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure)
- Fire alarm and security systems must be installed or repaired by licensed systems contractors or technicians. (source: Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure)
- A licensed electrician may not hook up wiring that an unlicensed person installed. (source: Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure)
- Under state law, each employed journeyman may supervise no more than one apprentice. (source: Massachusetts Legislature)
- The electrician's license type and number must appear on every sign, listing and ad. (source: Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure)
- Ask to see proof of liability insurance, which state law requires. (source: Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure)
- The permit is your assurance that the work gets inspected, so ask to see it. (source: Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure)
- The board can prosecute people who work without a license. (source: Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure)
This page covers statewide rules only. Cities and counties can add their own permits and licenses, so check with your local building office too.
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Sources
- Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure: Electricians consumer fact sheet (checked November 2, 2026)
- Massachusetts Legislature (General Laws): M.G.L. c. 141, § 1 (Electricians; definitions) (checked November 2, 2026)
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