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Kentucky · Plumbers · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your Kentucky Plumber License

Kentucky plumbers must complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as required by Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
6 hours
Renewal cycle
Every year
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers Kentucky plumbers holding a Continuing education license. Requirements are set by Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction.

When to renew

Kentucky plumbers licenses renew every year, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (KY Plumbers: expires final day of licensee birth month (815 KAR 20:030) - per-licensee)

The continuing education Kentucky requires

Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction requires 6 hours of approved continuing education every year. The hours must cover these topics:

  • Every master plumber and journeyman plumber course must relate to business, job safety, the Kentucky State Plumbing Code, or subject matter directly related to the plumbing trade

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    Kentucky sets plumbers requirements by license class (Continuing education). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education

    Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction requires 6 hours every year, including Every master plumber and journeyman plumber course must relate to business, job safety, the Kentucky State Plumbing Code, or subject matter directly related to the plumbing trade. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

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

  5. 5

    Renew with Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction

    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 Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction

Kentucky plumber renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do Kentucky plumbers need?
Kentucky plumbers must complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education every year, as set by Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction.
Which license classes does the Kentucky plumbers CE requirement apply to?
The 6 hours requirement applies to: Continuing education.
What topics are required for Kentucky plumbers continuing education?
Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction requires coverage of: Every master plumber and journeyman plumber course must relate to business, job safety, the Kentucky State Plumbing Code, or subject matter directly related to the plumbing trade.
Can Kentucky plumbers complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the Kentucky requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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