Which statement is true about subcontractors' licensing?

Which statement is true about subcontractors' licensing?

• A. Subcontractors must have their own license
• B. Subcontractors may operate without licenses
• C. Subcontracting is allowed only for government projects
• D. Subcontractors must be employees

Answer: (A)

Licensing applies to anyone who installs, services, or maintains security alarm systems. A subcontractor who performs that work must have their own license because the license is issued to the person or business performing the regulated task and isn’t transferable or covered by the prime contractor’s license. This ensures every installer is qualified, accountable, and subject to regulatory rules. Working without a license isn’t allowed, and the need for licensure isn’t limited to government projects or tied to the subcontractor being an employee.

Licensing applies to anyone who installs, services, or maintains security alarm systems. A subcontractor who performs that work must have their own license because the license is issued to the person or business performing the regulated task and isn’t transferable or covered by the prime contractor’s license. This ensures every installer is qualified, accountable, and subject to regulatory rules. Working without a license isn’t allowed, and the need for licensure isn’t limited to government projects or tied to the subcontractor being an employee.