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Georgia · Plumbers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Georgia Plumber License

Georgia plumbers must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
8 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
November 30, 2026
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Georgia plumbers holding a Master Plumber and Journeyman Plumber license. Requirements are set by Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board.

When to renew

Georgia plumbers licenses renew every 2 years, on a fixed statewide date — every licensee renews on the same day. The next renewal deadline is November 30, 2026. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (GA Plumbers: expire Nov 30 of even years (Ga. R. 295-2-.09))

The continuing education Georgia requires

Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board requires 8 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The board does not mandate specific topics beyond the approved-course requirement.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Georgia sets plumbers requirements by license class (Master Plumber and Journeyman 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 November 30, 2026.

  2. 2

    Complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board requires 8 hours every 2 years. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the Georgia 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 Georgia, you keep your certificate of completion and present it to the board if asked.

  5. 5

    Renew with Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board

    Submit your renewal 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 Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board

Online courses for Georgia plumbers

Georgia plumber renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Georgia plumbers need?
Georgia plumbers must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Which license classes does the Georgia plumbers CE requirement apply to?
The 8 hours requirement applies to: Master Plumber and Journeyman Plumber.
Can Georgia plumbers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Georgia requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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