How to Renew Your Florida Plumber License

Who has to renew

This guide covers Florida plumbers holding a Continuing education license. Requirements are set by Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

When to renew

Florida plumbers licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is August 31, 2028. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (FL Plumbers: certified contractors renew Aug 31 even years (2026 just passed -> 2028); registered odd years 2027-08-31 (myfloridalicense))

The continuing education Florida requires

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation requires 14 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

• Specialized or advanced module course approved by the Florida Building Commission, or by the Board — at least 1 hour
• Workplace safety — at least 1 hour
• Business practices — at least 1 hour
• Workers' compensation — at least 1 hour
• Laws and rules regulating the construction industry (ch — at least 1 hour

How to renew, step by step

1. 1

   Confirm your license class and renewal date

   Florida sets plumbers requirements by license class (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 August 31, 2028.

2. 2

   Complete 14 hours of board-approved continuing education

   Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation requires 14 hours every 2 years, including Specialized or advanced module course approved by the Florida Building Commission, or by the Board, Workplace safety, Business practices, Workers' compensation and other required topics. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

   See the Florida 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 Florida, completions are submitted through the board’s online licensing portal.

5. 5

   Renew with Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation

   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 Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation

Florida plumber renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Florida plumbers need?

Florida plumbers must complete 14 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Which license classes does the Florida plumbers CE requirement apply to?

The 14 hours requirement applies to: Continuing education.

What topics are required for Florida plumbers continuing education?

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation requires coverage of: Specialized or advanced module course approved by the Florida Building Commission, or by the Board (1 hour); Workplace safety (1 hour); Business practices (1 hour); Workers' compensation (1 hour); Laws and rules regulating the construction industry (ch (1 hour).

How are completed CE hours reported to Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation?

Completed hours are reported through the board's online portal. You also receive a certificate of completion for your records.

Can Florida plumbers complete continuing education online?

Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Florida requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

Sources

• Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation — official board site
• Continuing education rule — the requirement cited above, verified September 6, 2026
• Florida Plumbers continuing education requirements — hours, topics and courses by license class