How to get a Plumber license in Georgia
Yes — Georgia requires a Plumber license, issued by GA SOS — Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers. You must pass the state exam, document your qualifying experience. The license fee is $110, and it renews every 2 years.
Georgia Plumber license requirements at a glance
| License required | Yes (state) |
|---|---|
| Issuing board | GA SOS — Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers |
| Exam | Yes — PSI exam after Board approval; Journeyman, Class I Master (limited: 1-2 family + commercial <=10,000 sq ft), Class II Master (unrestricted) |
| Experience | Journeyman: at least 1 year; Master: 5 years (>=2 as licensed Journeyman); Class II Master adds commercial/industrial experience |
| Bond | No |
| License fee | $110 |
| Renewal | Every 2 year(s) |
| Reciprocity | None — Georgia does not have reciprocity with any other states for plumbers |
Step by step
- Meet the experience requirement. Journeyman: at least 1 year; Master: 5 years (>=2 as licensed Journeyman); Class II Master adds commercial/industrial experience
- Pass the required exam. PSI exam after Board approval; Journeyman, Class I Master (limited: 1-2 family + commercial <=10,000 sq ft), Class II Master (unrestricted)
- Pay the license fee and apply. Submit your application to GA SOS — Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers with the $110 fee.
- Keep the license current. Renew every 2 years to stay eligible to pull permits.
Fee detail and fine print
GA Code §43-14. Fee = $100 examination application + $10 processing (GOALS fee schedule; Journeyman and Master Non-Restricted alike). Renewal by Nov 30 of even years.
Already licensed in another state?
None — Georgia does not have reciprocity with any other states for plumbers
Georgia Plumber reciprocity in detail →
Frequently asked questions
- Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Georgia?
- Yes. Georgia requires a Plumber license issued by GA SOS — Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers.
- How much does a Plumber license cost in Georgia?
- The license fee is $110. GA Code §43-14. Fee = $100 examination application + $10 processing (GOALS fee schedule; Journeyman and Master Non-Restricted alike). Renewal by Nov 30 of even years. Exam, fingerprinting, bond premium and insurance are billed separately where they apply.
- How much experience do you need?
- Journeyman: at least 1 year; Master: 5 years (>=2 as licensed Journeyman); Class II Master adds commercial/industrial experience
- What exam do you have to pass?
- PSI exam after Board approval; Journeyman, Class I Master (limited: 1-2 family + commercial <=10,000 sq ft), Class II Master (unrestricted)
- Is a surety bond required in Georgia?
- No surety bond is required for this license by GA SOS — Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers. GA Code §43-14. Fee = $100 examination application + $10 processing (GOALS fee schedule; Journeyman and Master Non-Restricted alike). Renewal by Nov 30 of even years.
- Does Georgia have reciprocity with other states?
- None — Georgia does not have reciprocity with any other states for plumbers
- How often do you renew?
- Every 2 years.
Now get operating
Finance your truck & equipment
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What it costs, in full:
Cost of a Plumber license in Georgia →
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Every figure is sourced to the official state board and may change — confirm before acting. Information to help you launch, not legal advice.