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Colorado · Plumbers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Colorado Plumber License

Colorado plumbers must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Colorado State Plumbing Board.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Colorado State Plumbing Board rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
8 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
February 28, 2027
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Colorado plumbers holding a Journeyworker Plumber license. Requirements are set by Colorado State Plumbing Board.

When to renew

Colorado plumbers licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is February 28, 2027. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (CE hour completion requirements are based on licensure year; NOT calendar year.)

The continuing education Colorado requires

Colorado State Plumbing Board requires 8 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Codes — at least 4 hours
  • Plumbing safety
  • Industry-related trade topics

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Colorado sets plumbers requirements by license class (Journeyworker Plumber). 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 February 28, 2027.

  2. 2

    Complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Colorado State Plumbing Board requires 8 hours every 2 years, including Codes, Plumbing safety, Industry-related trade topics. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Colorado 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 Colorado, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with Colorado State Plumbing Board

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

    Go to Colorado State Plumbing Board

Colorado plumber renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Colorado plumbers need?
Colorado plumbers must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Colorado State Plumbing Board.
Which license classes does the Colorado plumbers CE requirement apply to?
The 8 hours requirement applies to: Journeyworker Plumber.
What topics are required for Colorado plumbers continuing education?
Colorado State Plumbing Board requires coverage of: Codes (4 hours); Plumbing safety; Industry-related trade topics.
Can Colorado plumbers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Colorado requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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