Plumbing license requirements in New York City
This page covers plumbing licenses in New York City, issued by the NYC Department of Buildings. Other cities in New York may set their own rules.
License levels
One license level covers this work.
- 1
Master Plumber
At least seven years of experience in the last ten, including two years as a registered journeyman plumber. Then a written and a practical exam.
Official source
Rules, fees and exam schedules change. Confirm the details with the NYC Department of Buildings before you apply.
Plumbers in New York
From the Bureau of Labor Statistics. See a city for local wages and contractor counts.
- Plumbers employed
- 23,210
- Median hourly wage
- $37.26
Plumbing market data by city
Once you're licensed
Tradesman runs the business side for plumbers: estimates, scheduling, invoicing and payments in one app.
Plumbing licensing in New York City: common questions
Who issues plumbing licenses in New York City?
The NYC Department of Buildings. The license levels and what each takes are listed above, with a link to the official source for each.
What does the Master Plumber license take in New York City?
At least seven years of experience in the last ten, including two years as a registered journeyman plumber. Then a written and a practical exam.
Licensed and ready for more customers?
Tradesman handles estimates, scheduling and invoicing so you can spend your time on the work. Now in early access.