New Hampshire 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

Journeyman Plumber

RenewalEvery 2 years. Expires last day of the month the license was issued (Mec 402.01). Submit Universal Renewal + CE proof for the plumbing endorsement.Source: gc.nh.gov · as of · Fee table: oplc.nh.gov
CE hours & topics6 hours per 2-year licensing cycle (per plumbing endorsement)
  • Board-approved continuing education seminars (typically 3-hour classroom sessions on NH codes/laws)
Mec 404.01: ≥6 hours per endorsement every 2 years from a board-approved seminar provider. Do not repeat the same seminar for credit within a cycle.
Source: gc.nh.gov · as of
Fees
  • Journeyman application: $198
  • Journeyman renewal: $198
  • Journeyman reinstatement: $198
  • ProV exam (per attempt): $80
Source: oplc.nh.gov · as of · Exam fee: oplc.nh.gov

Approved CE provider lists (official)

FAQ

When do NH plumber licenses renew?

Every 2 years on the last day of the issuance month. Journeyman renewal fee $198.

How much CE?

At least 6 hours per plumbing endorsement each 2-year cycle (Mec 404).

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

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