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How to get a plumbing license in North Carolina
Who licenses plumbing in NC
Regulator: NC State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors — verify any license there before hiring or trusting advice.
License levels
| Credential | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| P-II (Limited) | ~2 years / 4,000 hrs of experience in the past 5 years + exam |
| P-I (Unlimited) | More experience tiers + the unlimited exam — required for large jobs |
Fees
Application + exam typically under $300
Renewal
Annual renewal with continuing education hours
What NC plumbing pros earn
NC plumbers typically earn in the $24–$32/hr range (recent BLS data)
The path, in one paragraph
Log two years of trade experience (within the last five) → sit the P-II limited exam → tier up to P-I unlimited as your experience and job sizes grow.
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