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Ohio 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

Plumbing contractor (OCILB)

RenewalEvery year (or every 3 years if you choose triennial). Renew with fee, proof of $500,000 liability insurance, and required CE. Missed renewals suspend automatically; reactivate within 1 year with renewal + late fee + CE/insurance. Expired more than 1 year: reapply and retest.Source: codes.ohio.gov · as of
CE hours & topics10 hours per year
  • Courses approved by any OCILB specialty section (plumbing licensees)
OAC 4101:16-2-08: 10 classroom hours each year (50+ minutes each); max 10 hours credit per calendar day; excess hours do not carry over. Triennial renewals still need the yearly hours across the period. OCILB's contractor web page also discusses online CE caps for 1-year vs 3-year renewals — confirm current online limits with OCILB.
Source: codes.ohio.gov · as of
Fees
  • Application for examination: $25
  • Issuance of license: $25
  • Annual renewal: $60
  • Triennial renewal: $180
  • Late fee (up to): $120
Source: codes.ohio.gov · as of

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FAQ

How often do Ohio OCILB plumbing contractor licenses renew?

Annually for $60, or every 3 years for $180, with insurance and CE.

How much CE does Ohio require?

10 classroom hours each year under OAC 4101:16-2-08 (confirm online-course caps with OCILB).

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

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