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

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

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

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

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

Performing plumbing work without a valid license from the South Dakota Plumbing Commission is a Class 2 misdemeanor under SDCL 36-25. Penalties include fines and potential criminal prosecution.

South 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

South Dakota Plumbing Commission

Renewal period

Every 12 months

Renewal fee

$100.00

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 South Dakota Plumbing Commission 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.

Detailed notes

The fine print is here.

South Dakota Journeyman Plumber License

The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues the Journeyman Plumber license to qualified individuals who have completed the required apprenticeship period and passed the state examination.

What This License Authorizes

A Journeyman Plumber may perform plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance work under the authority of a licensed plumbing contractor. The journeyman may work independently on job sites but must be associated with a licensed contractor to contract for work.

Experience Requirements

Applicants must have two years of experience as an apprentice plumber, with at least 1,900 hours per year during those two years.

Examination Requirements

Applicants must pass the journeyman plumber examination. The exam fee is $100.

Fees

Application Fee: $105
Exam Fee: $100
Annual Renewal Fee: $100

Renewal Process

Renewal Period: Annually (expires December 31)
Renewal Fee: $100
Continuing Education: 4 hours required every two years, with at least the required hours related to the Uniform Plumbing Code.

Consequences of Operating Without a License

Performing plumbing work without a valid license is a Class 2 misdemeanor under SDCL 36-25. Penalties include fines and potential criminal prosecution.

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

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