Michigan plumber license requirements
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| Item | Detail (with quote from the official source) |
|---|---|
| Experience / hours | Individual worker license (MI Bureau of Construction Codes) Journey Plumber: at least 6,000 hours over at least 3 years as a registered plumbing apprentice. “Has not less than 6,000 hours experience attained over a period of not less than 3 years as an actively registered plumbing apprentice” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · mi_bcc_plumbing.pdf Individual worker license (MI Bureau of Construction Codes) Master Plumber: 4,000 hours as a journey plumber over at least 2 years immediately preceding application. “Must have 4,000 hours experience in work as a journey plumber over a period of not less than 2 years immediately preceding the date of the application.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · mi_bcc_plumbing.pdf |
| Exam | Individual worker license (MI Bureau of Construction Codes) Must pass both the written and hands-on practical portions on a single application. “Must pass both the written and hands on practical skills portions of the examination on a single application.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · mi_bcc_plumbing.pdf |
| Other notes | Individual worker license (MI Bureau of Construction Codes) Journey and Master Plumber applicants must be at least 18. “Must be at least 18 years of age.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · mi_bcc_plumbing.pdf |
Check a license in Michigan
Michigan does not publish a bulk license file we use; check with the licensing authority’s own search (see sources).
Questions to ask the board
- Which license level matches my experience, and do hours from another jurisdiction count?
- Is the exam open-book, and which code edition is used?
- Do I also need a city or county license where I will work?
- Is there a reciprocity or endorsement agreement with my current jurisdiction?
Sources checked: www.michigan.gov