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Massachusetts Plumbing License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

Massachusetts has 4 Plumbing license classes. Most renew every 2 years. Renewal fees are about $52 to $225, depending on the class. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount. Continuing education ranges from 6 to 12 hours. The details for each class are below.

Full rule details
Verified dataLast checked Oct 17, 2026, next review due July 2027

Informational: verify with the issuing board.

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Journeyman Plumber

J · State license · Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters (Division of Occupational Licensure)

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Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 617-701-8798
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
12 hours12 clock hours of Board-approved CE per two-year cycle (248 CMR 11.04).
Deadline rule
May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
None; expired license may not practice. Licensee may reinstate (see below).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $52
Late fee
About $57 late fee in addition to the renewal fee for renewals received after May 1.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)248 CMR 11.04: pay back/late fees and file required applications; if expired six years or less, complete all required CE hours before reinstatement; if expired more than six years, complete CE for current cycle AND pass the full exam for highest-level license. Inactive licenses reinstated under the same rules.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
Not published, check with the board
Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
Sources (3)

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Master Gas Fitter

M (GF) · State license · Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters (Division of Occupational Licensure)

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Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 617-701-8798
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
6 hours6 clock hours of Board-approved CE per two-year cycle for gas fitters and undiluted LP gas installers (248 CMR 11.04).
Deadline rule
May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
None; expired license may not practice. Licensee may reinstate (see below).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $97
Late fee
About $57 late fee in addition to the renewal fee for renewals received after May 1.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)248 CMR 11.04: pay back/late fees and file required applications; if expired six years or less, complete all required CE hours before reinstatement; if expired more than six years, complete CE for current cycle AND pass the full exam for highest-level license. Inactive licenses reinstated under the same rules.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
Not published, check with the board
Notes

Separate license from plumber; required for gas piping/appliance connections (relevant to HVAC gas work). Journeyman Gasfitter $52; Undiluted LP Gas Installer $66.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
Sources (3)

Master Plumber

M · State license · Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters (Division of Occupational Licensure)

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Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 617-701-8798
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
12 hours
Show CE rules12 clock hours of Board-approved CE per two-year cycle, courses cannot be repeated within a cycle (248 CMR 11.04); focus on 248 CMR; online only if Board-approved with exam (two attempts); records kept 3 cycles. Exempt: first-cycle licensees, approved instructors, certain inspectors, inactive licenses, active-duty military.
Deadline rule
May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
None; expired license may not practice. Licensee may reinstate (see below).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $78
Late fee
About $57 late fee in addition to the renewal fee for renewals received after May 1.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)248 CMR 11.04: pay back/late fees and file required applications; if expired six years or less, complete all required CE hours before reinstatement; if expired more than six years, complete CE for current cycle AND pass the full exam for highest-level license. Inactive licenses reinstated under the same rules.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
Not published, check with the board
Notes

Master plumber is the contractor-level license; master plumber (or master gas fitter for gas) pulls permits. Master Plumber/Inspector (MI) also $78. Entity business license required for corporations/LLCs/partnerships with plumbing employees (see business entry).

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
Sources (3)

Plumbing / Gas Fitting Business License (corporation, LLC, partnership)

C / P · State license · Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters (Division of Occupational Licensure)

Remind me before this expires
Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 617-701-8798
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
Not required
Deadline rule
May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
None; expired license may not practice. Licensee may reinstate (see below).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $225
Late fee
About $57 late fee in addition to the renewal fee for renewals received after May 1.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)248 CMR 11.04: pay back/late fees and file required applications; if expired six years or less, complete all required CE hours before reinstatement; if expired more than six years, complete CE for current cycle AND pass the full exam for highest-level license. Inactive licenses reinstated under the same rules.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
Not published, check with the board
Notes

Entity business license required for corporations, LLCs and partnerships with plumbing employees. Renewal $225 biennial.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
Sources (2)

The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the Massachusetts Plumbing continuing education page.

How to renew

  1. 1Check your Journeyman Plumber deadline: May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1.
  2. 2Complete 12 continuing education hours before renewing. 12 clock hours of Board-approved CE per two-year cycle (248 CMR 11.04).
  3. 3Renew online at https://www.mass.gov/how-to/renew-a-plumber-gas-fitter-or-liquified-petroleum-installer-license
  4. 4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $52, but fees change.
  5. 5If you miss the deadline: About $57 late fee in addition to the renewal fee for renewals received after May 1.
  6. 6Check your Master Gas Fitter deadline: May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1.
  7. 7Complete 6 continuing education hours before renewing. 6 clock hours of Board-approved CE per two-year cycle for gas fitters and undiluted LP gas installers (248 CMR 11.04).
  8. 8Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $97, but fees change.
  9. 9Check your Master Plumber deadline: May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1.
  10. 10Complete 12 continuing education hours before renewing. 12 clock hours of Board-approved CE per two-year cycle, courses cannot be repeated within a cycle (248 CMR 11.04); focus on 248 CMR; online only if Board-approved with exam (two attempts); records kept 3 cycles. Exempt: first-cycle licensees, approved instructors, certain inspectors, inactive licenses, active-duty military.
  11. 11Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $78, but fees change.
  12. 12Check your Plumbing / Gas Fitting Business License (corporation, LLC, partnership) deadline: May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1.
  13. 13Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $225, but fees change.

Massachusetts Plumbing renewal questions

Answers come from the records above. Informational: verify with the issuing board.

When does a Massachusetts plumbing license expire?

Journeyman Plumber: renews every 2 years. May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1. Master Gas Fitter: renews every 2 years. May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1. Master Plumber: renews every 2 years. May 1 of even-numbered years, biennial. Licenses are eligible for renewal on February 1 of the even-numbered year and the application deadline is May 1. Check with Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters (Division of Occupational Licensure) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Massachusetts plumbing license need?

Journeyman Plumber: 12 hours per renewal. Master Gas Fitter: 6 hours per renewal. Master Plumber: 12 hours per renewal. Check with Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters (Division of Occupational Licensure) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Massachusetts plumbing license?

None; expired license may not practice. Licensee may reinstate (see below). Check with Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters (Division of Occupational Licensure) before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew a Massachusetts plumbing license?

Journeyman Plumber: About $52. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Massachusetts plumbing license expires?

About $57 late fee in addition to the renewal fee for renewals received after May 1. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

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Spot something out of date?

Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this page can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and we are not affiliated with any state board. Read the disclaimer.

This information is here to help you plan, not to replace the board. Fee amounts are approximate and may be out of date. Deadlines and continuing education rules change too, sometimes without much notice. Always confirm with your licensing board and its official site before you rely on a date or an amount. This is not legal advice.

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