Plumbing Licensing in Davie, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who installs, constructs, repairs, or maintains plumbing systems in Davie must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing work includes the installation, repair, and maintenance of pipes, fixtures, and related systems that convey water, gas, or waste. Work that requires a license cannot be performed by unlicensed individuals, even if supervised by a licensed plumber.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB). To qualify, you must meet experience and examination requirements established under Fla. Stat. § 489.113.

Steps:

1. Verify you meet the experience requirement. Most applicants must document four years of full-time practical plumbing experience under a licensed plumber within the five years preceding application.

2. Complete the CILB application through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

3. Pass the Florida plumbing contractor examination. The exam covers state law, local codes, and technical competency.

4. Submit proof of workers' compensation insurance and liability insurance as required by state law.

5. Pay the applicable licensing fee to the DBPR.

For specific current experience hours, exam schedules, and fees, contact the DBPR directly, as these details are maintained by the state board and subject to change.

Local Requirements

Davie requires all plumbing work to comply with the Davie Municipal Code. Before beginning any plumbing project in Davie, you must obtain a permit from the Davie Building Department.

Review the Davie Municipal Code for:
- Local permitting procedures
- Inspection requirements
- Any town-specific amendments to state plumbing standards
- Required documentation for permit applications

Contact the Davie Building Department to confirm current permit fees, required inspections, and any local amendments to state licensing requirements.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, the following are exempt from plumbing licensing:

• Homeowners performing plumbing work on their own residential property (not for compensation)
• Employees of a licensed plumbing contractor working under that contractor's direct supervision
• Certain routine maintenance by property managers on single-family rental properties, as defined by statute
• Work performed by municipalities and governmental agencies

Exemptions are narrowly construed. When in doubt about whether your work requires licensure, consult the CILB or the Davie Building Department.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Phone: 850-487-1395
- Website: https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/construction-industry/

References

• Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Davie Municipal Code

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