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Alabama · Plumbers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Alabama Plumber License

Alabama plumbers must complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
4 hours
Renewal cycle
Every year
Next deadline
December 31, 2026
Exam to renew
Required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Alabama plumbers holding a license in one of these classes: Combination plumbing and gas certification holders, Journeyman Plumber (JP) / Master Plumber (MP) only (no gas certification), Master Gas Fitter (MG) / Journeyman Gas Fitter (JG) only (no plumbing certification), Continuing education. Requirements are set by State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board. Hours differ by class — 8 hours for Combination plumbing and gas certification holders; 4 hours for Journeyman Plumber (JP) / Master Plumber (MP) only (no gas certification), Master Gas Fitter (MG) / Journeyman Gas Fitter (JG) only (no plumbing certification), Continuing education.

When to renew

Alabama plumbers licenses renew every year, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is December 31, 2026. Continuing education must be complete 61 days before that date. (AL Plumbers: renewal Oct 1-Dec 31 2026; CE MUST be completed before Nov 1, 2026 (pgfb.alabama.gov) - 61-day CE window)

The continuing education Alabama requires

State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board requires 4 hours of approved continuing education every year. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Plumbing continuing education — at least 4 hours
  • Gas fitting continuing education — at least 2 hours
  • 4 hrs per certification held (plumbing CE for plumbers; separate 4 hrs gas CE for gas fitters under amended rule; 2025 FAQ says 2 plumbing + 2 gas when both held)
  • Business/Law type courses may satisfy the hours
  • No sales pitch or product promotion permitted

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Alabama sets plumbers requirements by license class (Combination plumbing and gas certification holders, Journeyman Plumber (JP) / Master Plumber (MP) only (no gas certification), Master Gas Fitter (MG) / Journeyman Gas Fitter (JG) only (no plumbing certification), Continuing education). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day; the next fixed deadline is December 31, 2026.

  2. 2

    Complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education

    State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board requires 4 hours every year, including Plumbing continuing education, Gas fitting continuing education, 4 hrs per certification held (plumbing CE for plumbers; separate 4 hrs gas CE for gas fitters under amended rule; 2025 FAQ says 2 plumbing + 2 gas when both held), Business/Law type courses may satisfy the hours and other required topics. Finish at least 61 days before your deadline so the completion is on file in time.

    See the Alabama plumbers course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In Alabama, the provider uploads a completion roster to the board. You can confirm your hours are on file in the reporting system linked below.

    Check your hours on file
  5. 5

    Renew with State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. This renewal also requires passing an exam. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board

Alabama plumber renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Alabama plumbers need?
Alabama plumbers must complete 4 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board.
Which license types have different CE requirements in Alabama?
Requirements differ by license class in Alabama: 8 hours for Combination plumbing and gas certification holders; 4 hours for Journeyman Plumber (JP) / Master Plumber (MP) only (no gas certification), Master Gas Fitter (MG) / Journeyman Gas Fitter (JG) only (no plumbing certification), Continuing education.
What topics are required for Alabama plumbers continuing education?
State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board requires coverage of: Plumbing continuing education (4 hours); Gas fitting continuing education (2 hours); 4 hrs per certification held (plumbing CE for plumbers; separate 4 hrs gas CE for gas fitters under amended rule; 2025 FAQ says 2 plumbing + 2 gas when both held); Business/Law type courses may satisfy the hours; No sales pitch or product promotion permitted.
Is an exam required to renew a Alabama plumbers license?
Yes — State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board requires an examination as part of renewal in addition to continuing education.
How are completed CE hours reported to State of Alabama - Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board?
Completed hours are reported by the provider via roster upload to the board. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.
Can Alabama plumbers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Alabama requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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