Vermont Plumber Licensing FAQs

Who needs to be licensed for plumbing in Vermont?

Anyone who completes plumbing work without a supervisor must obtain a plumbing license.

What are the types of plumbing licenses available in Vermont?

• Journeyman
• Master
• Limited Licensure (P1, P2, P3)

Does Vermont have reciprocal licensing with other states?

Vermont will recognize anyone with a license issued in another state as long as the issuer maintains the same standards as Vermont.

What fees are associated with becoming a plumber in Vermont?

Journeyman

• Application: $90
• Exam: $80
• Renewal: $90

Master

• Application: $120
• Exam: $80
• Renewal: $120

When do I need to renew my Vermont plumbing license?

You need to renew your Vermont plumbing license every two years. A renewal notice and application will be provided to you by the board, but it is your responsibility to contact the licensing office if you do not receive it.

How do I renew my plumbing license in Vermont?

Every two years you must complete eight hours of continuing education and provide a certificate to the board.

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

Yes, you need eight hours of continuing education every two years.

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

If a license has lapsed it may be renewed within 90 days of expiration along with a $15 reinstatement fee in addition to the renewal fee.

If a license is not renewed within 90 days, applicants must appear before the board to request reinstatement.

1. Meet one of the following experience requirements:
   1. Be a licensed Journeyman in another state
   1. Have completed at least 12,000 hours of either work or training
2. Complete an application
3. Schedule and pass your exam

• Application: $90
• Exam: $80
• Renewal: $90

The Vermont Journeyman plumber exam is a 3 hour open book exam. There are 83 questions and you must receive 70% or better to pass.

80 question open book exam with a 210 minute time limit.

• 8 questions: General Knowledge & Plumbing Math
• 5 questions: Fixtures & Fittings
• 5 questions: Water Heaters
• 8 questions: Water Supply and Distribution
• 15 questions: Sanitary Drainage & Indirect/Special Waste
• 15 questions: Vents & Vent Systems
• 5 questions: Traps, Interceptors & Separators
• 5 questions: Storm & Roof Drainage
• 10 questions: Plan Reading & Isometrics
• 7 questions: Safety

• Lyndonville
• Manchester
• Newport
• Randolph Center
• South Burlington
• St Albans City
• Williston

You will receive your exam results immediately after completing the test.

You may take the exam another two times within your eligibility period.

1. Meet one of the following experience requirements:
   1. Have been licensed as a Journeyman for at least 12 months (in or out of state)
   2. Have at least 14,000 hours of either work or training
2. Complete an application
3. Schedule and pass your exam

• Application: $120
• Exam: $80
• Renewal: $120

The Vermont master plumber exam is a 3 hour open book exam. There are 102 questions and you must receive 70% or better to pass.

• 10 questions: General Knowledge & Plumbing Math
• 6 questions: Fixtures & Fittings
• 6 questions: Water Heaters
• 12 questions: Water Supply and Distribution
• 16 questions: Sanitary Drainage & Indirect/Special Waste
• 18 questions: Vents & Vent Systems
• 8 questions: Traps, Interceptors & Separators
• 6 questions: Storm & Roof Drainage
• 12 questions: Plan Reading & Isometrics
• 8 questions: Safety

• Lyndonville
• Manchester
• Newport
• Randolph Center
• South Burlington
• St Albans City
• Williston

You will receive your exam results immediately after completing the test.

You may take the exam another two times within your eligibility period.

You must complete eight hours of continuing education to renew your plumbing license in Vermont.

You must submit your certificate of completion to the state of Vermont to get credit for your continuing education.

We have partnered with At Your Pace Online to offer these courses through: https://www.tradesmance.com/vermont-plumbing-continuing-education.

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.