South Dakota plumber license requirements
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| Item | Detail (with quote from the official source) |
|---|---|
| Experience / hours | Individual worker license (SD Plumbing Commission) Plumber: at least 1,900 hours per year during four years as an apprentice. “Have spent at least 1,900 hours per year during these four years as an apprentice.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing Contractor license (SD Plumbing Commission) Contractor: at least 1,900 hours per year over six years as contractor, plumber or apprentice. “Have spent at least 1,900 hours per year during these six years as a plumbing contractor, plumber or plumber's apprentice.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing |
| Continuing education | Individual worker license (SD Plumbing Commission) At least four hours of plumbing CE for annual renewal. “must successfully complete a minimum of four hours of continuing education relating to the plumbing trade during the” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · South Dakota Plumbing Commission |
Check a license in South Dakota
South Dakota 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: dlr.sd.gov · dlr.sd.gov