Wisconsin Plumbing License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Journeyman Plumber (Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)) renews every 4 years, has a renewal fee of about $180 and requires 24 hours of continuing education. The Master Plumber (Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)) renews every 4 years, has a renewal fee of about $500 and requires 24 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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Journeyman Plumber

JP · State license · Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)

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Renew on the official site 608-266-2112

Renewal cycle: Every 4 years
Continuing education: 24 hours
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Renewal requires 24 hours of approved CE; the course provider must enter the hours in LicensE. CE completed after expiration requires a $25 late CE fee.
Deadline rule: March 31 every 4 years. Renewal opens about 4 weeks before expiration.

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Grace period: No penalty-free grace period. Renewal is accepted up to one term (4 years) after expiration with the application fee; after that the credential must be reinstated.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $180
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A credential may be renewed up to one term (4 years) after expiration by paying the renewal fee plus the about $10 application fee (SPS 305.07(2)(b)). CE completed after expiration requires a $25 late CE fee. Renewing more than one term after expiration is a reinstatement: about $200 administrative fee plus application and credential fees, and DSPS may require proof of competence (SPS 305.07(2)(c)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement fee about $200 per DSPS fee table (SPS 305.07(2)(c)), in addition to application and credential fees; applies once more than one term has passed since expiration.

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

Journeyman Plumber Restricted Appliance and Restricted Service are also $180 with 12 hours CE.

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Master Plumber

MP · State license · Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS)

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Renew on the official site 608-266-2112

Renewal cycle: Every 4 years
Continuing education: 24 hours
Show CE rules
Renewal requires 24 hours of approved CE; the course provider must enter the hours in LicensE. CE completed after expiration requires a $25 late CE fee.
Deadline rule: March 31 every 4 years. Renewal opens about 4 weeks before expiration.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: No penalty-free grace period. Renewal is accepted up to one term (4 years) after expiration with the application fee; after that the credential must be reinstated.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $500
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A credential may be renewed up to one term (4 years) after expiration by paying the renewal fee plus the about $20 application fee (SPS 305.07(2)(b)). CE completed after expiration requires a $25 late CE fee. Renewing more than one term after expiration is a reinstatement: about $200 administrative fee plus application and credential fees, and DSPS may require proof of competence (SPS 305.07(2)(c)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Reinstatement fee about $200 per DSPS fee table (SPS 305.07(2)(c)), in addition to application and credential fees; applies once more than one term has passed since expiration.

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 Restricted Appliance and Restricted Service are also $500 with 12 hours CE and the same March 31 4-year cycle. The DSPS fee table lists no separate plumbing contractor business credential (Utility Contractor is a different credential).

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

How to renew

1Check your Journeyman Plumber deadline: March 31 every 4 years. Renewal opens about 4 weeks before expiration.
2Complete 24 continuing education hours before renewing. Renewal requires 24 hours of approved CE; the course provider must enter the hours in LicensE. CE completed after expiration requires a $25 late CE fee.
3Renew online at https://license.wi.gov/
4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $180, but fees change.
5If you miss the deadline: A credential may be renewed up to one term (4 years) after expiration by paying the renewal fee plus the about $10 application fee (SPS 305.07(2)(b)). CE completed after expiration requires a $25 late CE fee. Renewing more than one term after expiration is a reinstatement: about $200 administrative fee plus application and credential fees, and DSPS may require proof of competence (SPS 305.07(2)(c)).
6Check your Master Plumber deadline: March 31 every 4 years. Renewal opens about 4 weeks before expiration.
7Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $500, but fees change.
8If you miss the deadline: A credential may be renewed up to one term (4 years) after expiration by paying the renewal fee plus the about $20 application fee (SPS 305.07(2)(b)). CE completed after expiration requires a $25 late CE fee. Renewing more than one term after expiration is a reinstatement: about $200 administrative fee plus application and credential fees, and DSPS may require proof of competence (SPS 305.07(2)(c)).

Wisconsin Plumbing renewal questions

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

When does a Wisconsin plumbing license expire?

Journeyman Plumber: renews every 4 years. March 31 every 4 years. Renewal opens about 4 weeks before expiration. Master Plumber: renews every 4 years. March 31 every 4 years. Renewal opens about 4 weeks before expiration. Check with Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Wisconsin plumbing license need?

Journeyman Plumber: 24 hours per renewal. Master Plumber: 24 hours per renewal. Check with Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Wisconsin plumbing license?

No penalty-free grace period. Renewal is accepted up to one term (4 years) after expiration with the application fee; after that the credential must be reinstated. Check with Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) before you rely on it.

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

Journeyman Plumber: About $180. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Wisconsin plumbing license expires?

A credential may be renewed up to one term (4 years) after expiration by paying the renewal fee plus the about $10 application fee (SPS 305.07(2)(b)). CE completed after expiration requires a $25 late CE fee. Renewing more than one term after expiration is a reinstatement: about $200 administrative fee plus application and credential fees, and DSPS may require proof of competence (SPS 305.07(2)(c)). Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

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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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