State licensing directory
New Hampshire fire protection licensing
Who licenses fire sprinkler, fire alarm, extinguisher and kitchen hood work in New Hampshire, from official state sources.
Rows marked "details being verified" have not yet been confirmed on an official source. We never estimate.
Who licenses what
| Type of work | Licensing agency | License types | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire sprinkler work | New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of Fire Safety (State Fire Marshal) | Voluntary certification of fire protection equipment technicians and firm certificates of registration (Saf-C 1200). No mandatory statewide sprinkler contractor license found yet; details being verified. | Details being verified |
| Fire alarm work | Details being verified. | Details being verified | |
| Portable extinguisher service | Division of Fire Safety | Voluntary individual certificate and firm certificate of registration for inspection, installation and servicing of portable fire extinguishers (Saf-C 1200). | Verified |
| Kitchen hood suppression and exhaust work | Division of Fire Safety | Voluntary certification for fixed fire extinguishing systems (Saf-C 1200). | Verified |
Fees, renewal and key rules
- Saf-C 1206 fees: new firm registration $100 (also each branch), $50 per additional discipline; new individual certificate $50, $5 per additional discipline; firm renewal $90; individual renewal $40.
Town and fire marshal reporting
Local fire departments set report submission rules; ask the local authority.
Official sources
- Saf-C 1200, Voluntary Certification of Fire Protection Equipment Technicians (NH General Court)
- NH Division of Fire Safety
Last reviewed October 2026. General information only, not legal advice. Fees and rules change; confirm with the agency before applying.