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New York 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

Plumber license (local)

RenewalSet locally. NYC Master Plumber: renew online 30–90 days before the date on your license card; late fees apply after expiration. See the local table.Source: nyc.gov · as of
CE hours & topicsSet locally. NYC Master Plumber renewal requires a 7-hour continuing education certificate (plus LIC62 physical exam form).Source: nyc.gov · as of
FeesSet locally / not listedSource: nyc.gov · as of · Set by each city or county; see the local table for NYC exam and renewal dollars.

Local plumber licenses (by city/county)

New York has no state plumber license. Below is New York City (the largest market). Elsewhere, ask the city or county building or consumer-affairs office before you apply.

New York City

Office: NYC Department of Buildings, Licensing & Exams
Licenses journeymen?NYC issues a Master Plumber license (and related piping licenses). Journeyman registration is part of the experience path under Article 409; the DOB license card path documented here is Master Plumber.
FeesWritten exam: $585
Practical exam: $530
Renewal license fee: $150
Renewal seal fee: $75
RenewalEvery 3 years (per DOB license card date). Submit renewal in DOB NOW 30–90 days before expiration with LIC62 and 7-hour CE certificate. Late: +$50 (1–30 days) or +$100 (31 days–1 year) on top of $225
CE7 hours · Original 7-hour continuing education certificate required at renewal.
NotesAs of Feb 23, 2026, Master Plumber applications go through DOB NOW: Licensing (no walk-in/paper).
Still openExact license-card term length if your card differs from the common 3-year pattern
ContactNYC DOB Licensing & Exams · (212) 393-2259 (source)
Source: nyc.gov · as of

If your city or county is not listed, contact the local building department or consumer-affairs licensing office.

Approved CE provider lists (official)

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FAQ

How do NYC Master Plumbers renew?

Online in DOB NOW 30–90 days before expiration with a LIC62 physical form, 7-hour CE certificate, and $225 ($150 license + $75 seal).

Does NYC require CE to renew a Master Plumber license?

Yes — a 7-hour continuing education certificate at each renewal.

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

Other states

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