Licensed Plumber Requirements|Plumbing Problem

You need to study under a master plumber for three years as an apprentice before you are in the position where you can take the exam to become qualified as a fully licensed plumber...

You’ve just spent months training to become an apprentice plumber. You’ve spent another year working under a master plumber. You have been learning and gaining invaluable experience, but it isn’t enough. You want to become your own boss; you want to become a licensed plumber.

If you want to be a licensed plumber, you must realize that every applicant for a plumber's license must have worked for no less than three years as an apprentice before they are eligible to take the exam. This means that you must have been studying under a master plumber for 3 years in order to even qualify. I know that it seems like a long time to be someone’s apprentice, but the benefits of your experience will be obvious in the end. Not only must you have worked with a master plumber for 3 years you must have completed more 300 hours of plumbing theory.

In most states you have to be at least 18 years old, meet training and experience requirements, and pass a written exam in order to become a licensed plumber. As implied by the above information, using an active apprenticeship as a way to study for your exam is a great idea. In fact, that is how most people study for their exam. Even if you have years and years of experience you must pass the written exam.

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Here is a list of very helpful knowledge and experience that will help you with your licensing exam.

-You should be able to work with relatively little supervision.
-Have basic problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills.
-The ability to comprehend work orders, diagrams, technical drawings and manuals.
-Honestly estimate job costs. Don’t overprice for more money.
-You should know how to measure and have basic math skills.
-You should be able to interpret the output of various gauges and other instruments.
-Being dexterous is a must.
-You should have an aptitude for mechanics.
-Having the ability to use hand and power tools is important.
-You absolutely must work well with your customers.
-You should be able to keep inventory and prepare reports on finished work and the parts that you used.
-You should be able to physically bend, stoop, carry, and lift more than 50 lbs.

Although this list is a large one it is totally doable. If you really have the desire to become a licensed plumber, you can easily gain the instruction and experience necessary to qualify for the licensing exam.

Anyone who wants to be a plumber is encouraged to get licensed. Unlicensed plumbers are subject to fines and imprisonment. Take the time, do the work, and do it honestly. There is a world of homeowners out there that need quality plumbing work.

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