Field guide · South Dakota
South Dakota contractor licensing, by trade
Verified: 3 pages, between 2026-07-11 and 2026-07-12
South Dakota has 3 licensed trades on this site — 1 of them regulated by cities rather than a state board. Each has its own bond, fees and renewal cycle, compared side by side; every figure is source-cited on the trade page.
South Dakota licensing detail compiled from the official state boards and cross-checked against the source of record. Every page links its sources and shows the date a human last verified it.
Bond type: Fixed set amount · Tiered scales by volume · Credit-based financial responsibility in lieu of a bond · Conditional only if the board requires one · None no bond required
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| ⚡ Electrician | $60 | Every 2 yrs | $10,000 Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔧 Plumber | $50 | Annual | Varies |
| 🏗️ General Contractor | Varies | Every 3 yrs | $20,000 Fixed |
Not yet on this site for South Dakota: HVAC · Roofer · Refrigeration · Home Improvement Contractor