Division of Master and Journeyman Plumbers FAQ

To apply, submit the current version of the necessary application form, fee, and all required documents to this office. 

All application forms with complete instructions are available to download/print on our website.

Once received, an analyst will verify that your application is complete and submit it to the Electrical Board for consideration. 

The Board considers each application individually, but recommendations may include the following:

• Approval to sit for the exam
• Request for more information
• Denial of application

Further instructions are provided to you when a decision is reached.

No, Georgia does not have reciprocity with any other states for Master or Journeyman Plumbers.

In addition to the completed application form and processing fees, you must submit the following:

• Secure & Verifiable Document
• Background check from a law enforcement agency
• 3 completed reference forms from licensed plumbers (at least 1 of your references must be a licensed Master Plumber)
• If you are applying as a Master Plumber, a copy of your Journeyman Plumber license is also required (must be active for at least 2 years)

NOTE: Additional documents/information may be requested at the Board’s discretion.

No, the Licensing Board does not register Plumbing companies. 

Note: Only licensed Master Plumbers may have a business (not Journeyman).

You may check the status of your application at the following link: Check Your Application Status.

Once the Board approves you to sit for the exam, you’ll receive an Exam Approval Letter with instructions on registering through our testing vendor, PSI. Exam approval letters are valid for one year.

For more information about our testing vendor, visit www.PSIOnline.com. 

ADA Accommodations: For information regarding accommodations, see the following link: ADA Accommodations Form. 

Veteran’s Preference Points: For information regarding VPP, see the following link: PLBVeteransInfo.pdf (ga.gov).

If you fail the exam twice, you must submit a certificate of completion for a Board approved review course before you can sit for the exam again. You will find a list of board-approved providers for the review course here: Review Course Providers >>>

The renewal period for Plumbers is September through November of even years.

Licenses can be renewed online here: Renewal Login, or you may request a paper renewal form through the mail.

Reminders for renewals are sent to licensees via the email on file with your account (NOTE: Be sure to check your spam folder if you are not receiving emails).

Yes, 4 continuing education hours are required annually (a total of 8 hours per renewal).

You may be randomly selected for an audit of your completed CE hours. If selected, instructions will be provided.

Licensed Master & Journeyman Plumbers may obtain a state Medical Gas Piping certification by completing the required training program and submitting an application.

 (LINK: 48 Application - Plumbing Medical Gas Piping Certification.pdf) See Board Rule 121-2-.11 for additional information. 

Information on how to file a complaint can be found here: How To Submit A Complaint | Georgia Secretary of State (ga.gov).

An SVD is an acceptable form of identification, such as a driver’s license or passport. 

The complete list of approved Secure & Verifiable Documents may be found here: List of Acceptable SVDs.

You may purchase a verification of your Georgia license online here:  Verification Order Page >>