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Requirements and paper
What utility locator files actually ask for, by desk.
Exams and rosters
Exams, hours, and lists that decide who may do utility locator.
State Guides
State-by-state paths. Confirm fees with the board.
How to start a utility locator business in Alabama
No state license required to locate utilities in Alabama, but you must follow 811 one-call rules. Here's the real paper path to start in 2025.
Utility locator license in Alabama: what you actually need
Alabama has no state utility locator license, but Alabama 811 registration and federal OSHA rules still apply. Here's the real paper path for 2026.
Utility locator board in Alabama: what the state actually requires
Alabama has no dedicated utility locator board. Here's what that means for licensing, 811 registration, costs, and how to start locating legally in the state.