Plumbing license requirements in South Carolina
The South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board (LLR) issues plumbing licenses in South Carolina. Here's what each license level takes, from the official rules.
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South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board (LLR)
Official siteThis license covers commercial work. Contractors who only do residential work go through the South Carolina Residential Builders Commission. Official source
Requirements checked October 21, 2026
License levels
One license level covers this work.
- 1
Mechanical Contractor, Plumbing classification
At least two years of work experience in the classification within the last five years. You also pass the technical exam and the S.C. Business Management and Law exam, and file a financial statement or surety bond.
Official source
Rules, fees and exam schedules change. Confirm the details with the South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board (LLR) before you apply.
Plumbers in South Carolina
From the Bureau of Labor Statistics. See a city for local wages and contractor counts.
- Plumbers employed
- 5,770
- Median hourly wage
- $25.93
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 South Carolina: common questions
Who issues plumbing licenses in South Carolina?
The South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board (LLR). The license levels and what each takes are listed above, with a link to the official source for each.
What does the Mechanical Contractor, Plumbing classification license take in South Carolina?
At least two years of work experience in the classification within the last five years. You also pass the technical exam and the S.C. Business Management and Law exam, and file a financial statement or surety bond.
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