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Texas 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 year. Renew before your annual expiration date with the completed renewal application, required CPE, and fee. Late renewals create an unlicensed period until the renewed license is issued; you may not do license-required plumbing work during that period.Source: tsbpe.texas.gov · as of · 22 TAC §365.5. · Overview: tsbpe.texas.gov
CE hours & topics6 hours per year
  • Technical, legal or ethical aspects of plumbing (including grounds for discipline and professional responsibility)
You have 12 months to obtain at least 6 hours of CPE/training for a timely annual renewal. Courses may be in person, correspondence, or virtual when the provider allows it.
Source: tsbpe.texas.gov · as of · 22 TAC §365.14 and §365.15. · Overview: tsbpe.texas.gov
Fees
  • Journeyman Plumber examination: $40
  • Journeyman Plumber initial license: $40
  • Journeyman Plumber renewal (annual): $40
Source: tsbpe.texas.gov · as of · 22 TAC fee schedule in the TSBPE Rules (Examinations; Initial Licenses; Renewals). · Overview: tsbpe.texas.gov

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FAQ

When does a Texas journeyman plumber license renew?

Annually, before your expiration date, with the renewal application, 6 hours of CPE, and the $40 renewal fee.

Can I work if my Texas plumber license is late?

No. Late renewal creates an unlicensed period until TSBPE issues the renewed license; license-required plumbing work is not allowed during that period.

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

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