How to get a Plumbing license in Georgia
The full Georgia plumbing licensing path — experience hours, required exam, fees, and where to apply. Verified 6/12/2026.
Career prep, not a license.
Prep for the Georgia Plumbing exam
Plumbing 101 — Start Here (Free) — self-paced lessons, practice exam, certificate of completion.
Georgia Master Plumber License (Class I restricted / Class II unrestricted)
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a plumbing license in Georgia?
You need class i: 3 yrs (6,000 hrs) primary plumbing experience. class ii: 5 yrs (10,000 hrs) experience.. Then pass the Georgia Master Plumber Exam (IPC + GA amendments + business) administered by PSI Services. Applications go through the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board — Plumbing Division.
What exam do I need to pass?
Georgia Master Plumber Exam (IPC + GA amendments + business) — administered by PSI Services.
How much experience do I need?
Class I: 3 yrs (6,000 hrs) primary plumbing experience. Class II: 5 yrs (10,000 hrs) experience.
What about fees, insurance, and continuing education?
No statewide journeyman license — Master only. $30 application + $75/2yrs renewal. Liability insurance + workers comp required. Reciprocity with LA, SC, TN for Master.
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