How often do I need to renew my Water Conditioning Installer License in North Dakota?

The Water Conditioning Installer License in North Dakota must be renewed every 12 months.

How much does it cost to renew a Water Conditioning Installer License in North Dakota?

The renewal cost for a Water Conditioning Installer License in North Dakota is $20.00.

What happens if my Water Conditioning Installer License expires in North Dakota?

Performing water conditioning work in North Dakota without a valid State Plumbing Board license is a violation under NDCC 43-18.1. The Board may impose fines and refer violations for prosecution.

North Dakota renewal guide

Water Conditioning Installer 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

$20.00

Bond requirement

Insurance requirement

Before you renew

Get the filing straight.

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File with the board

File through North Dakota State Plumbing Board and pay the $20.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
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Leave room for processing

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

Detailed notes

The fine print is here.

North Dakota Water Conditioning Installer License

The North Dakota State Plumbing Board issues the Water Conditioning Installer license under NDCC Chapter 43-18.1. This is the working-level license for individuals who physically install and repair water conditioning equipment under contractor supervision.

What This License Authorizes

Water Conditioning Installers may install, alter, and repair water treatment and conditioning equipment including water softeners, filtration systems, reverse osmosis systems, and similar devices. Installers work under the supervision of a licensed water conditioning contractor.

Experience and Examination Requirements

Applicants must complete one year (1,900 hours) of apprenticeship experience under a licensed water conditioning contractor in North Dakota, or complete an accredited 9-month plumbing trade school course (1,020+ hours), or hold a valid installer license from a state with reciprocity. Applicants must pass the state examination with a score of 70% or higher.

Fees

Application/Exam Fee: $20
Annual Renewal Fee: $20

Renewal Process

Renewal Period: Annually, expiring December 31
Renewal Fee: $20
Lapsed License: Contact the ND State Plumbing Board for reinstatement procedures if license has expired

Consequences of Operating Without a License

Performing water conditioning installation work without a valid license is a violation under NDCC 43-18.1. The Board may impose fines and refer violations for prosecution.

*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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