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Rhode Island Plumbing License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Contract Master (Plumbing) (RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection)) renews every 2 years, has a renewal fee of about $240 and requires 7 hours of continuing education. The Master Plumber (RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection)) renews every 2 years, has a renewal fee of about $240 and requires 7 hours of continuing education. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount.

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

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Contract Master (Plumbing)

Contract Master · State license · RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection)

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Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 401-462-8580 option 4
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
7 hours
Show CE rulesThe 7-hour continuing education rule is written for master and journeyperson plumbers; DLT has not separately addressed Contract Master holders, so plan for 7 hours per 2-year cycle (enforced from January 2027).
Deadline rule
Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday in odd- or even-numbered years according to the licensee's year of birth. Renew on or before the expiration date.
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Grace period
No grace period.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $240
Late fee
About $12 per month or fraction of a month in addition to the renewal fee; about $6 processing fee on online renewals.
Reinstatement
Same as Master Plumber: reinstatement within 2 years with fees and monthly late charge; forfeited after 2 years.

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
Applicants submit current workers' compensation and general liability policies of the licensed entity; no dollar minimum is stated.
Reciprocity
Not published, check with the board
Notes

The Contract Master license lets a degreed (engineering or business) qualifier operate a plumbing business on behalf of one entity. It is listed at $240 on the official renewal page.

Confidence: MediumMostly confirmed from official pages, some details are older or partly confirmedLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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Master Plumber

Master Plumber · State license · RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection)

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Renew on the official siteBoard phone: 401-462-8580 option 4
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing education
7 hours
Show CE rules7 hours of Board-approved continuing education with an approved provider every 2-year license cycle (RIGL 5-20-23(f); rule 260-RICR-30-15-9). DLT states the requirement is enforced beginning January 2027. Exempt if years licensed as a master or journeyperson plumber plus age equals at least 80, or if the licensee is an approved CE instructor for that cycle. Keep certificates for 2 renewal cycles (4 years). Waivers for good cause must be requested in writing before the cycle ends.
Deadline rule
Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday: holders born in an odd-numbered year expire in odd-numbered years, holders born in an even-numbered year expire in even-numbered years. Renew on or before the expiration date.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
No grace period.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $240
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)About $12 per month of delinquency (the online page says per month or fraction of a month) in addition to the renewal fee; about $6 processing fee on online renewals.
Reinstatement
Show the details (amounts are approximate)May be reinstated on or after the renewal date for up to 2 years by paying the about $240 biennial renewal fee, outstanding license fees and about $12 per month for the delinquent period. A license not renewed within 2 years of expiration is forfeited and a new license requires a new examination.

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
A plumber licensed by examination in another state may be issued an RI license if that state's requirements are the same as RI's.
Notes

Journeyperson plumber renews at $72. Master irrigator and master water-filtration installer renew at $240. A master plumber license also covers master irrigation and water-filtration work. Plumbers do not need CRLB registration unless contracting work outside the scope of their license.

Confidence: HighConfirmed from official rule textLast checked Oct 17, 2026
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The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the Rhode Island Plumbing continuing education page.

How to renew

  1. 1Check your Contract Master (Plumbing) deadline: Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday in odd- or even-numbered years according to the licensee's year of birth. Renew on or before the expiration date.
  2. 2Complete 7 continuing education hours before renewing. The 7-hour continuing education rule is written for master and journeyperson plumbers; DLT has not separately addressed Contract Master holders, so plan for 7 hours per 2-year cycle (enforced from January 2027).
  3. 3Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
  4. 4Renew online at https://www.ri.gov/Licensing/renewal/license.php?lic_id=80
  5. 5Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $240, but fees change.
  6. 6If you miss the deadline: About $12 per month or fraction of a month in addition to the renewal fee; about $6 processing fee on online renewals.
  7. 7Check your Master Plumber deadline: Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday: holders born in an odd-numbered year expire in odd-numbered years, holders born in an even-numbered year expire in even-numbered years. Renew on or before the expiration date.
  8. 8Complete 7 continuing education hours before renewing. 7 hours of Board-approved continuing education with an approved provider every 2-year license cycle (RIGL 5-20-23(f); rule 260-RICR-30-15-9). DLT states the requirement is enforced beginning January 2027. Exempt if years licensed as a master or journeyperson plumber plus age equals at least 80, or if the licensee is an approved CE instructor for that cycle. Keep certificates for 2 renewal cycles (4 years). Waivers for good cause must be requested in writing before the cycle ends.
  9. 9If you miss the deadline: About $12 per month of delinquency (the online page says per month or fraction of a month) in addition to the renewal fee; about $6 processing fee on online renewals.

Rhode Island Plumbing renewal questions

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

When does a Rhode Island plumbing license expire?

Contract Master (Plumbing): renews every 2 years. Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday in odd- or even-numbered years according to the licensee's year of birth. Renew on or before the expiration date. Master Plumber: renews every 2 years. Licenses expire on the licensee's birthday: holders born in an odd-numbered year expire in odd-numbered years, holders born in an even-numbered year expire in even-numbered years. Renew on or before the expiration date. Check with RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Rhode Island plumbing license need?

Contract Master (Plumbing): 7 hours per renewal. Master Plumber: 7 hours per renewal. Check with RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Rhode Island plumbing license?

No grace period. Check with RI Department of Labor and Training - Division of Professional Regulation (Electricians; Plumbers, Irrigators and Water Filtration; Pipefitters, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal, Fire Protection) before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew a Rhode Island plumbing license?

Contract Master (Plumbing): About $240. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Rhode Island plumbing license expires?

About $12 per month or fraction of a month in addition to the renewal fee; about $6 processing fee on online renewals. 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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