Plumbing Licensing in Miami Springs, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who installs, constructs, alters, repairs, or maintains plumbing systems in Miami Springs must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as the practice of installing, constructing, altering, servicing, and repairing pipes, fixtures, and appurtenances connected to a water supply, drainage system, or other plumbing system within or outside a building or structure.

Work requiring licensure includes installation of water lines, drainage systems, gas piping, medical gas systems, water heaters, backflow prevention devices, and associated fixtures. Unlicensed plumbing work is illegal and can result in fines and liability issues.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board under authority of Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Step 1: Verify you meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which requires:
- U.S. citizenship or legal residency
- Age 18 or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Appropriate work experience (specific hours vary by license type)
- Passing an examination administered by the Board

Step 2: Submit an application to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board with proof of experience, citizenship, and education.

Step 3: Pass the state licensing examination covering Florida plumbing code and practices.

Step 4: Upon approval, obtain your license from the Board.

For medical gas work, Fla. Stat. § 489.1136 requires additional certification. Contact the Board directly for current requirements and exam schedules.

Local Requirements

Plumbing permits in Miami Springs are obtained through the Miami-Dade County permitting system, as the city operates under county building jurisdiction. A licensed plumber must pull all permits before beginning work.

Check the Miami Springs Municipal Code for any local amendments to state plumbing standards, local permit fees, inspection procedures, or additional city requirements beyond state law.

Contact the Miami Springs Building Department for specific local permit procedures and fee schedules.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, the following are exempt from plumbing licensure:
- Work performed on property the person owns (residential only, excluding rental properties)
- Certain maintenance and repair work on single-family residential property by the owner
- Work performed under direct supervision of a licensed plumber

Exemptions are narrow. When in doubt, hire a licensed plumber to avoid code violations and permit denials.

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)