Plumber / Ohio
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Ohio Plumber License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Installs and repairs pipes and plumbing systems. Requires apprenticeship.

What the Ohio data shows for Plumbers

Becoming a licensed plumber in Ohio means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 6,054 training hours, a passing score on State Journeyman Plumber Exam, and 4 years of supervised work experience, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Ohio regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Apprenticeship Program".

Budget $169 to get started, plus $143 at each renewal on a 1-year cycle. Renewal isn't the end of the cost: 8 hours of continuing education are due every 1-year cycle, a recurring time commitment worth planning for.

On reciprocity, plumbers should know: Journeyman licenses rarely reciprocal — check state board.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
18/100
Plumber · Ohio

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
6,054 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$169
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$143/yr
$143 every 1 year
Continuing Education C+
8.0 hrs/yr
8 hours every 1 year
Experience Required F
4 years
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Ohio

Education / Training Hours
Apprenticeship Program
6,054 hours
Exam Requirement
State Journeyman Plumber Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$169
Renewal Fee
$143
Renewal Cycle
Every 1 year
Continuing Education
8 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years
Work Experience Required
4 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Ohio licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Plumber in Ohio? ▼
Ohio requires 6054 education/training hours, passing an exam (State Journeyman Plumber Exam), and an initial fee of $169. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Plumber in Ohio? ▼
Ohio licenses plumbers who complete its requirements (6054 education hours, 4 years of experience) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Ohio licensing board.
Can I transfer my Plumber license to Ohio from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for plumbers nationally works like this: Journeyman licenses rarely reciprocal — check state board. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Ohio. Verify the specifics with the Ohio licensing board.
Does Ohio require a background check for Plumber licensing? ▼
Ohio does require a background check before issuing a plumber license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Plumber in Ohio? ▼
Ohio ties continued plumber licensure to 8 continuing-education hours, due every 1 year, alongside a $143 renewal fee.

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What to do with this plumber license

Plumber in Ohio, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a plumber-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Ohio's plumber requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Plumber in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state plumber license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Ohio's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Ohio overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Ohio licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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