Plumbing Licensing in Brooksville, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in plumbing work in Brooksville must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as work involving the installation, maintenance, or repair of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for the supply, distribution, and use of water in buildings, as well as the removal and disposal of waterborne wastes. This includes work on water supply systems, drainage systems, and gas piping in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

How to Get Licensed

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

Step 1: Verify you meet qualification requirements under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which requires:
- A specified number of hours of practical experience working under a licensed plumber (typically 10,000 hours over at least 4 years)
- Completion of a classroom training program approved by the board
- Passing the CILB examination

Step 2: Apply directly to the Construction Industry Licensing Board through the CILB's official application process.

Step 3: Pass the state plumbing exam administered by the CILB.

Step 4: Upon approval, obtain your Florida plumbing license number.

Applicants must comply with all requirements in Fla. Stat. § 489.113 and any additional restrictions on practice imposed by the state.

Local Requirements

Plumbing contractors performing work in Brooksville must comply with local permit and inspection requirements. Contact the Brooksville Building Department to determine where permits must be pulled and what local inspection procedures apply within the city.

Hernando County municipal codes may also contain provisions affecting plumbing work. Review the Brooksville Municipal Code for any local amendments, additional licensing requirements, or restrictions specific to this municipality beyond state law.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 exempts certain work and workers from licensing requirements, including:
- Homeowners performing work on their own residences
- Employees of licensed contractors working under direct supervision
- Work performed by municipalities and governmental agencies
- Certain emergency repairs under specific conditions

Verify your particular circumstances against § 489.103 to confirm exemption status, as exemptions are narrowly defined.

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)