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California plumber license renewal & CE requirements

When to renew, how many continuing-education hours you need, which topics are required, and where to find approved courses. Checked .

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Renewal rules by license

C-36 Plumbing Contractor (CSLB)

RenewalEvery 2 years. Active licenses expire every two years. Active timely renewal (sole owner) is $470; $720 non-sole owner.Source: cslb.ca.gov · as of
CE hours & topicsNone required. CSLB renewal requires an application, fee, and active-status items (bond, workers' comp, qualifier); no CE. CSLB's Registrar told the Board in June 2024 there is no statute requiring CE as part of CSLB licensing.Source: cslb.ca.gov · as of
Fees
  • Original application: $450
  • Initial license (sole owner): $200
  • Initial license (non-sole owner): $350
  • PSI exam fee, per exam (Law & Business and C-36 are separate; retakes pay again): $51.43 ($102.86 for both exams; paid to PSI)
Source: cslb.ca.gov · as of · CSLB SB 1455 fee bulletin; same original-application schedule used for specialty classifications such as C-10.

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FAQ

Does California require CE to renew a C-36 license?

No. CSLB renewal is application, fee, and active-status items (bond, workers' comp, qualifier); there is no CE requirement.

How often does a C-36 license renew?

Every two years. Active timely renewal is $470 for a sole owner and $720 for a non-sole owner.

Not licensed yet? See How to get a plumber license in California.

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