A Master Plumber is unrestricted as to the size and scope of the job except for Medical Gas and Water Supply Protection Specialist. Master Plumbers can bid on jobs, advertise and pull all necessary permits.
A Journeyman Plumber is permitted to do repair work only.
A Master Plumber is unrestricted as to the size and scope of the job except for Medical Gas and Water Supply Protection Specialist. Master Plumbers can bid on jobs, advertise and pull all necessary permits.
A Journeyman Plumber is permitted to do repair work only.
Applications for the State Plumbing license may be obtained from:
State Plumbing Board of Louisiana
2714 Canal Street, Ste. 512
New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 826-2382
Louisiana has no reciprocity with any other state for Plumbing classifications.
Journeyman Plumbers are required to complete 4 hours of Louisiana State Approved Continuing Education prior to renewal.
Master Plumbers are required to complete 6 hours of Louisiana State Approved Continuing Education prior to renewal.
Topics on the exam include administrative licensing, permits and inspections, general knowledge and regulations, water heaters, fixtures, drainages systems, cleanouts, vents and venting, traps and interceptors, materials and hangers, Isometric Analysis, piping, valves and more.
Part 1 consists of 80 questions pertaining to General Plumbing Knowledge.
Part 2 consists of 25 questions pertaining to Practical Plumbing Knowledge.
Part 3 consists of 40 questions pertaining to Business and Law Knowledge.
Topics on the exam include drainage systems and sewers, water supply and backflow prevention, general code, materials and installation practices, excavation, fixtures and trim, inspection and testing, safety, terminology, plans and specifications, Isometric and plan drawings, layout project management, risk and financial management, planning, organization and licensing, labor laws, tax laws and more.
American Contractors currently does not offer a seminar to prepare for the Louisiana Master Plumber exam.
Please call us for more information at (800) 992-1910.