Plumbing Licensing in Pembroke Pines city, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who performs plumbing work in Pembroke Pines must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as the practice involving the installation, maintenance, and repair of all pipes, fixtures, and appurtenances in connection with water, gas, or sewage systems. This includes new construction, remodeling, and repair work.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps to licensure:

  1. Meet qualifications per Fla. Stat. § 489.113. You must demonstrate competency through a combination of education and work experience. Specific hour requirements vary by license classification (journeyman plumber, master plumber, etc.).

  2. Pass the CILB exam covering Florida plumbing code, safety standards, and trade knowledge.

  3. Apply to CILB with proof of experience, exam passage, and any required certifications.

  4. Pay applicable fees to the state licensing board.

The CILB is the sole state authority issuing plumbing licenses. For specific application procedures, current fees, and exam schedules, contact the CILB directly or visit the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation website.

Local Requirements

Permit requirements: All plumbing work in Pembroke Pines requires a city building permit before work begins. Contact the Pembroke Pines Building Department to pull permits and obtain local permit fees and submission requirements.

Municipal compliance: Plumbing contractors must also comply with the Pembroke Pines Municipal Code. Review the municipal code for any local amendments, additional inspection requirements, or modifications to state law that may apply to plumbing work within city limits.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 provides exemptions from licensing for certain work. These may include minor repairs, routine maintenance performed by property owners on their own property, and work performed by employees of licensed plumbers under supervision. However, exemptions are narrowly defined—verify your specific work activity qualifies before proceeding without a license.

Medical gas certification: If your work involves medical gas systems, Fla. Stat. § 489.1136 requires additional medical gas certification.

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

The law belongs to the people. Georgia v. Public.Resource.Org, 590 U.S. (2020)