What plumber license levels does Ohio have?

The levels are Plumbing Contractor (commercial, statewide) - also called Master license.

How do you get licensed as a plumber in Ohio?

At least 5 years of experience as a plumbing tradesperson immediately prior to application (3 years if a registered engineer); pass the PSI exam; provide at least 1 permit for each of the last 5 years; maintain $500,000 contractor liability insurance in one company name.

Does Ohio have plumber license reciprocity?

Not established statewide; residential plumbing licensing is handled locally.

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How to get a plumber license in Ohio

Requirements, license levels, and the issuing authority — sourced from Ohio's official board.

OCILB licenses commercial contractors statewide; residential plumbing is regulated by local jurisdictions. Board page URL redirected/404'd; facts confirmed via official Dept. of Commerce search results.

Issuing authority: Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), Division of Industrial Compliance, Dept. of Commerce. Official page: https://com.ohio.gov/divisions-and-programs/industrial-compliance/boards/ohio-construction-industry-licensing-board

License levels in Ohio

Plumbing Contractor (commercial, statewide) - also called Master license

Ohio plumber licensing at a glance

Requirements	At least 5 years of experience as a plumbing tradesperson immediately prior to application (3 years if a registered engineer); pass the PSI exam; provide at least 1 permit for each of the last 5 years; maintain $500,000 contractor liability insurance in one company name.
Reciprocity	Not established statewide; residential plumbing licensing is handled locally.
Renewal	Annual renewal.
Notes	OCILB licenses commercial contractors statewide; residential plumbing is regulated by local jurisdictions. Board page URL redirected/404'd; facts confirmed via official Dept. of Commerce search results.

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Do you need a license to work as a plumber in Ohio?: OCILB licenses commercial contractors statewide; residential plumbing is regulated by local jurisdictions. Board page URL redirected/404'd; facts confirmed via official Dept. of Commerce search results.
What plumber license levels does Ohio have?: The levels are Plumbing Contractor (commercial, statewide) - also called Master license.
How do you get licensed as a plumber in Ohio?: At least 5 years of experience as a plumbing tradesperson immediately prior to application (3 years if a registered engineer); pass the PSI exam; provide at least 1 permit for each of the last 5 years; maintain $500,000 contractor liability insurance in one company name.
Does Ohio have plumber license reciprocity?: Not established statewide; residential plumbing licensing is handled locally.

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How to get a plumber license in Ohio

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