How to get a plumbing contractor license in Ohio
Ohio plumbing contractor licensing covers hours, prerequisites, exam path, fees, and renewal. Confirm current rules on the board source before you apply.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- Contractors & Contracting Companies IBM WebSphere Portal {} Web Content Viewer Contractors & Contracting Companies The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) issues State Licenses to Commercial Contractors for the following trades: Electrical, HVAC, Hydronics,…
- To receive a state license, an applicant must meet the following requirements: - Be at least 18 years of age.
- - Be a United States citizen or a legal alien-must provide proof of being a legal
- Board page: Contractors & Contracting Companies
Requirements overview
- Ohio sets experience, education, and exam rules for plumbing contractor applicants
- Documented OJT or apprenticeship hours are common for journeyman / technician paths
- Master and contractor tracks usually add experience, exams, and firm paperwork
- Confirm current hour totals, affidavits, and fees on the state board before you apply
Exam
- See the Ohio plumbing exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
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Renewals
- Most credentials renew on a fixed cycle with mandatory CE or training
- Roster watch → intake → assemble → sign → submit
Related: Exam · Renewal and CE
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