Nevada plumber license requirements
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| Item | Detail (with quote from the official source) |
|---|---|
| Exam | Contractor license (NSCB, all classifications) The qualifying individual must pass the Business and Law (CMS) exam and the trade exam for the classification, unless waived. “The qualifying individual for a contractor’s license is required to pass the Business and Law (CMS) and trade examination specific to the classification requested, unless he or she meets the requirements for waiver.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · License Requirements – Nevada State Contractors Board Contractor license (NSCB, all classifications) Exams are given by PSI. “The Nevada State Contractors Board has contracted with PSI Licensure (PSI) to conduct the testing required for a contractor’s license.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · License Requirements – Nevada State Contractors Board |
| Reciprocity & endorsement | Contractor license (NSCB, all classifications) Licensure by endorsement requires an active license in the endorsing state with the same qualified individual for the past 4 years. “Hold an active license in the endorsing state, with the same qualified individual, for the past four (4) Years.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · Licensure by Endorsement – Nevada State Contractors Board |
| Other notes | Contractor license (NSCB, all classifications) Bond set by the Board at approval, from $1,000 to $500,000. “The bond can vary in amount from $1,000 to $500,000 based on the type of license, monetary limit, past, present or future financial responsibility, experience, and character of the applicant.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · License Requirements – Nevada State Contractors Board |
Check a license in Nevada
Nevada 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.nvcontractorsboard.com · www.nvcontractorsboard.com