Maine Plumber Licensing FAQs

Who needs to be licensed for plumbing in Maine?

Individuals

What are the types of plumbing licenses available in Maine?

• Trainee
• Journeyman-in-Training
• Journeyman
• Master

What fees are associated with becoming a plumber in Maine?

Journeyman

• Exam: $65
• License: $200
• Background Check: $21
• Renewal: $200

Master

• Exam: $65
• License: $200
• Background Check: $21
• Renewal: $200

How do I renew my plumbing license in Maine?

You must complete and submit an application for renewal along with applicable fees.

Do I need continuing education to renew my plumbing license in Maine?

There is currently no active continuing education requirement for plumbers in Maine.

My Maine plumbing license has expired — how do I get it reinstated?

Up to 90 days after license expiration: complete an application for renewal and pay applicable renewal fee plus $50 late fee

90 days up to 2 years after license expiration: Apply for reinstatement, which requires paying both the renewal fee and a $100 penalty fee.

After 2 years: Licenses are forfeit. Applicants must reapply for a new license and will be subject to all requirements for new applicants.

1. Meet the minimum experience requirements:
   1. Minimum of 4,000 hours of work as licensed trainee OR
   2. Minimum of 2,000 hours work as a licensed journeyman-in-training
2. Complete and submit an application for examination
3. Take and pass your exam
4. Complete and submit an application for licensure along with applicable fees

• Exam: $65
• License: $200
• Background Check: $21
• Renewal: $200

The Maine journeyman plumber exam is a closed book, 3 hour exam with 80 questions. 70% correct is required to pass.

• 15 questions: General Knowledge
• 10 questions: General Regulations
• 16 questions: Water Supply Systems Including Backflow
• 18 questions: Prevention & Water Heaters Drainage, Waste, Sanitary Venting
• 5 questions: Plumbing Fixtures
• 5 questions: Traps & Interceptors
• 3 questions: Specialty Venting
• 3 questions: Indirect Waste
• 5 questions: Roof Drainage

• Administration
• Definitions
• General Regulations
• Plumbing Math
• Fixtures, Faucets and Fixture Fittings
• Water Heaters
• Water Supply & Distribution
• Sanitary Drainage
• Indirect and Special Waste
• Vents
• Traps, Interceptors and Separators
• Storm Drainage
• Appendices
• Hands-On Practical Application

• Auburn
• Bangor
• Calais
• Portland
• Presque Isle

Plumbers may retake their exam as many times as is necessary during the two year eligibility window.

If you fail your initial exam, you are permitted to retake the exam another 6 times within your eligibility period. You must pay the exam fee for each scheduled test. You are considered exam eligible for 2 years from your first scheduled exam date.

1. Must be at least 18 years old
2. Meet minimum experience requirements:
   1. In-state applicants:
      1. Have 4-years experience as a licensed plumber in Indiana
      2. OR have completed a 4-year apprenticeship program
   2. Out-of-state applicants must hold an active plumbing license in another state
3. Complete and submit a Plumbing Contractor application along with required fees
4. Once approved by the board, schedule and complete your licensing exam

• Examination: $50
• Application: $50
• Issuance Fee:
  • Odd year: $50
  • Even year: $100
• Renewal: $100

3 hour time limit

90 Questions, open book exam

• 14 questions: Indiana Business
• 9 questions: General Requirements
• 10 questions: Fixtures
• 5 questions: Water Heaters
• 12 questions: Water Supply and Distribution
• 13 questions: Sanitary Drainage
• 13 questions: Vents
• 10 questions: Developed Length/Isometric Analysis
• 4 questions: Storm Water Systems

Trades portion includes:

• Administration, Scope, and Intent/Purpose
• Plumbing Math
• General Regulations
• Fixtures, Faucets, and Fixture Fittings
• Water Heaters
• Water Supply and Distribution
• Sanitary Drainage
• Indirect and Special Waste
• Vents
• Traps, Interceptors, and Separators
• Storm Drainage
• Nonpotable Water Systems
• Subsurface Landscape Irrigation Systems
• Appendix E
• Isometric Theory
• Private Sewage Systems
• International Fuel Gas Code
• Hands-On Practical Application
• Master Plumber Isometrics
• Over 250 Practice Questions & Problems

Business & Law portion includes:

• Business Organization
• Contracts
• Estimating & Bidding
• Financial Management
• Labor Law
• Licensing
• Project Management
• Risk Management
• Safety-OSHA
• Tax Law

• Anderson
• Avon
• Bloomington
• Elkhart County
• Evansville
• Fort Wayne
• Hammond
• Indianapolis
• Kokomo
• Lafayette
• Lawrenceburg
• Logansport
• Madison
• Muncie
• New Albany
• Richmond
• Sellersburg
• South Bend
• Terre Haute

You will receive a score letter that indicates a PASS or, in the event that you did not pass, your score letter will indicate a numeric grade as well as a subject area breakdown.

If you fail your initial exam, you are permitted to retake the exam another 6 times within your eligibility period. You must pay the exam fee for each scheduled test. You are considered exam eligible for 2 years from your first scheduled exam date.

The plumbing industry is often changing. As a professional plumber, it is important to keep your industry knowledge up to date so you can make practical decisions for your business. Professional development courses are designed to help you sustain and improve your plumbing industry knowledge.

Whether you are looking for information on new avenues for your business, want to brush up on best practices, or are just interested in learning about a particular topic, professional development is for you!

No. Unlike continuing education, which is required by your licensing body to maintain your license, professional development is not required and is considered supplemental learning.

You may begin immediately! Simply click the Login button in the upper right-hand corner on your desktop or in the upper-right menu on mobile. Once you've entered your login and password, you will be taken to your courses. Follow the instructions and enjoy!

Our courses are available online, 24/7, and you can log in and log out at any time during the course. If you are going to be away from your computer for more than 10–15 minutes, we recommend that you log out. When you log back in, you will be able to re-enter the lesson you were last in.

Continuing education requirements vary by state. Each course lists a minimum number of credit hours required to complete the course.

It depends on your learning style and comfort level with the topics we cover. There is no set time for completing exam prep courses — you go at your own pace!

Many plumbers like to re-watch materials, while others like to re-take the practice tests. Our recommendation is to go through the course as many times as you need to be comfortable with the material and any applicable reference books. The more familiar you are with the materials, the better you will do on your exam!

After you purchase a course, you have unlimited access for six months. If you need additional time, please contact our offices to arrange an extension (please note: a fee may apply).

It depends on course type and location. Most continuing education courses include quizzes.

Exam prep courses have a short quiz at the end of each lesson and a longer practice test at the end of the course. These quizzes and tests are there to help you practice taking an exam and identify areas you may wish to review more.

No. Practice tests are just that: for practice. You will have the opportunity to retake the practice tests until you do pass. The practice tests are there to help you get used to the process of using your reference materials and finding the correct answers during an exam. If you don't pass on the first try, take the time to note what sections of the material you need to review.

You can review the lessons and quizzes at any time during the six months you have access to the courses.