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Plumber Licensing
State-by-State Requirements
Plumbers install and repair pipes that carry water, gas, and waste to and from homes and businesses. They also install plumbing fixtures and appliances.
National Overview
46
States Requiring License
Requirements by State
Click any state to see detailed requirements, license types, and contact information
AK
License Required3 License Types
AL
License Required3 License Types
AR
License Required7 License Types
Exam required
CA
License Required1 License Type
CO
License Required5 License Types
CT
License Required5 License Types
Exam required
DC
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
DE
License Required3 License Types
Exam required
FL
License Required4 License Types
GA
License Required3 License Types
Exam required
HI
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
IA
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
ID
License Required4 License Types
Exam required
IL
License Required2 License Types
Exam required
IN
License Required4 License Types
Exam required
KY
License Required2 License Types
Exam required
LA
License Required2 License Types
Exam required
MA
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
MD
License Required3 License Types
ME
License Required4 License Types
Exam required
MI
License Required3 License Types
Exam required
MN
License Required4 License Types
MS
License Required1 License Type
MT
License Required4 License Types
Exam required
NC
License Required7 License Types
Exam required
ND
License Required3 License Types
Exam required
NE
License Required1 License Type
NH
License Required3 License Types
Exam required
NJ
License Required2 License Types
NM
License Required1 License Type
NV
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
OH
License Required1 License Type
OK
License Required3 License Types
Exam required
OR
License Required2 License Types
PA
License Required3 License Types
RI
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
SC
License Required2 License Types
SD
License Required3 License Types
TN
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
TX
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
UT
License Required1 License Type
VA
License Required1 License Type
VT
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
WA
License Required1 License Type
WI
License Required12 License Types
Exam required
WV
License Required1 License Type
Exam required
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Requirements can change. Always verify current requirements with the official state licensing board before making decisions about your education or career path.