Michigan plumbing license renewal
Michigan plumber license renewal and CE: cycle length, hour requirements, and late rules vary by board. Confirm current rules on the board source before you renew.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- Code Update Information Scam Alert - Do NOT click links or share personal data.
- - Be cautious of emails that create urgency or request confidential actions.
- - Verify communications via official channels: Michigan.gov/LARA - If you suspect fraud, report it immediately to LARA-Safety@michigan.gov For tracking code update courses, the Bureau has expanded its partnership with CE Broker.
- CE Broker offers a free service that provides for the tracking of continuing education which the Bureau will
- Board page: Code Update Information
Cycle
- Michigan sets the renewal period (annual, biennial, or longer) for plumbing credentials
- Deadlines are usually tied to an individual expiration date, birth month, or a fixed calendar date
- Confirm your exact date on the board portal or public roster
CE hours
- Most renewals require board-approved continuing education or refresher training
- Hour totals and topic mix (code, law, safety, business) are class-specific
- Use only approved providers — unapproved hours often do not count
Late and lapse
- Late fees escalate quickly; some boards force retest or reinstatement after a hard cutoff
- Firm / contractor renewals may also need insurance or bond evidence
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