How often do I need to renew my Journeyman Plumber License in North Dakota?

The Journeyman Plumber License in North Dakota must be renewed every 12 months.

How much does it cost to renew a Journeyman Plumber License in North Dakota?

The renewal cost for a Journeyman Plumber License in North Dakota is $100.00.

What happens if my Journeyman Plumber License expires in North Dakota?

Performing plumbing work in North Dakota without a valid State Plumbing Board license is a Class B misdemeanor under NDCC 43-18. The Board may revoke or suspend licenses and impose fines for violations.

North Dakota renewal guide

Journeyman Plumber License

If this license is up for renewal, this page gives you the fee, the timeline, and the items that usually hold the filing up.

Start here

What matters before you file.

Check the fee, the renewal window, and the documents or insurance records that can slow approval down.

Issuing authority

North Dakota State Plumbing Board

Renewal period

Every 12 months

Renewal fee

$100.00

Late penalty

$50.00

Bond requirement

Insurance requirement

Continuing education

4 hours

Before you renew

Get the filing straight.

1
Finish the CE first

Complete the 4 required hours before you start the renewal.
2
File with the board

File through North Dakota State Plumbing Board and pay the $100.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
Renew online
3
Leave room for processing

Typical processing time is 30 days, so do not wait until the last minute.

If you miss the deadline, the late penalty is $50.00.

Detailed notes

The fine print is here.

North Dakota Journeyman Plumber License

The North Dakota State Plumbing Board issues the Journeyman Plumber license to individuals who have completed a plumbing apprenticeship and passed the state journeyman examination. This is the standard working plumber license in North Dakota.

What This License Authorizes

Journeyman Plumbers may install, alter, and repair plumbing systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings under the supervision of a master plumber or independently within their scope. They work on water supply, drainage, waste, and vent piping systems.

Examination Requirements

Applicants must pass the North Dakota journeyman plumber examination. Applicants must have completed a state-recognized plumbing apprenticeship program with the required hours of supervised experience.

Fees

Application Fee: $100
Annual Renewal Fee: $100
Late Renewal Penalty: $50

Continuing Education

4 hours per two-year cycle (by December 31 of even-numbered years)
Courses must be approved by the North Dakota State Plumbing Board

Renewal Process

Renewal Period: Annually
Renewal Fee: $100
Late Fee: $50 additional penalty for late renewals
Continuing Education: 4 hours per two-year cycle must be completed
Lapsed License: Licenses expired for over one year may require retaking the state plumbing exam

Consequences of Operating Without a License

Performing plumbing work without a valid license is a Class B misdemeanor under NDCC 43-18. The Board may revoke or suspend licenses and impose fines.

*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the North Dakota State Plumbing Board.*

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