Michigan · Appliance RepairCheck the credential for your actual work.
Sources checked October2026. This draft distinguishes statewide credentials, local rules and unanswered questions.
Status and scopeWhat the source review establishes.
Scope-dependent; standalone appliance-repair license requirement not verified
Last verified:October2026 for the linked source facts. Unverified fields remain open below. Requirements change — confirm with the state board before applying. Not legal advice.
Official source factsRead the scope beside the rule.
Regulated Scope
Michigan Mechanical Code covers gas/liquid/solid-fuel appliances and mechanical refrigeration. Listed mechanical work requires an appropriate contractor classification; minor-parts permit exceptions do not establish a license exemption.
Scope:Michigan statewide · verified
Official source →Next Step
Ask BCC to distinguish ordinary appliance repair from refrigeration, fuel-gas, fixed electrical and plumbing work before advertising services.
Scope:Michigan statewide · research recommendation
Official source → Confirmation neededDo not treat an unknown as an exemption.
- No authoritative blanket state no-license conclusion found.
- Appliance-specific experience/exam/fees/insurance/renewal unknown.
- Federal refrigerant rules are outside this state/local-only research pack.
Confirm your precise work, contractor status and local enforcing authority before applying or offering regulated work.
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