How often do I need to renew my Water Filtration, Well Drilling, and Pump Installer License in Rhode Island?

The Water Filtration, Well Drilling, and Pump Installer License in Rhode Island must be renewed every 24 months.

Rhode Island renewal guide

Water Filtration, Well Drilling, and Pump Installer License

Q: How much does it cost to renew a Water Filtration, Well Drilling, and Pump Installer License in Rhode Island?

The renewal cost for a Water Filtration, Well Drilling, and Pump Installer License in Rhode Island is $200.00.

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

Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board (RICRLB)

Renewal period

Every 24 months

Renewal fee

$200.00

Late penalty

$50.00

Bond requirement

No

Insurance requirement

Yes — General Liability, Workers' Compensation

Continuing education

10 hours

Before you renew

Get the filing straight.

1
Finish the CE first

Complete the 10 required hours before you start the renewal.
2
Check the insurance certificates

Make sure the required policies are current and match what the board or agency expects before you file.
3
File with the board

File through Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board (RICRLB) and pay the $200.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
Renew online
4
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.

Rhode Island Water Filtration, Well Drilling, and Pump Installer License

The Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board (RICRLB) issues licenses for Water Filtration Contractors, Well Drillers, and Pump Installers who work on water-supply systems throughout the state.

What This License Authorizes

This license authorizes contractors to engage in well drilling (including the installation, alteration, removal, or repair of water-supply systems), pump installation (installing pumps, controls, and associated equipment for water extraction and delivery), and water filtration system installation for residential, commercial, and municipal applications.

Application Requirements

PSI Exam: Applicants must pass a state-approved examination administered by PSI
Drilling Experience: Applicants must demonstrate relevant drilling or installation experience
License Fee: $200 for a 2-year license period
General Liability Insurance: Required, naming RICRLB as certificate holder
Workers' Compensation: Required if you have employees
Government-Issued ID: Driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID

Renewal Process

Renewal Period: Every 2 years
Renewal Fee: $200
Late Fee: $50 for expired licenses
Continuing Education: 10 hours of Board-approved continuing education per renewal cycle

Consequences of Operating Without a License

Performing well drilling, pump installation, or water filtration work without a valid RICRLB license is a violation of Rhode Island General Laws and may result in administrative fines and criminal penalties.

*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Rhode Island RICRLB.*

Official links

Check the board or agency directly.

Official website Apply online Renew online

Required documents

Proof of Insurance
Government-Issued ID
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Source notes

Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board . Verified March 2026. https://crb.ri.gov/licenses/water-filtration-well-drilling-and-pump-installer-license

Rules move. Check Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board (RICRLB) again before you pay, renew, or schedule work around this requirement.