Plumbing Licensing in Edgewood city, Florida

Who Needs a License

In Florida, any person who engages in plumbing work must hold a valid license issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as work involving the installation, maintenance, repair, or alteration of pipes, fixtures, and appliances for the supply, distribution, and use of water in buildings and structures, as well as the collection and disposal of waterborne wastes.

The license requirement applies to anyone performing plumbing work for compensation in Edgewood, regardless of project size or complexity.

How to Get Licensed

Florida's Construction Industry Licensing Board administers plumbing licenses under Fla. Stat. § 489.107. To become licensed:

1. Meet qualifications per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which requires documented experience in plumbing work. The specific experience hours and educational requirements vary by license classification.

2. Apply to the Construction Industry Licensing Board (state level, not local). You must submit proof of experience, pass a state licensing examination, and pay applicable fees.

3. Pass the plumbing license exam, which covers Florida plumbing code and trade practices.

Contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board directly for current application procedures, exam schedules, and detailed experience requirements.

Local Requirements

Edgewood city is located in Orange County, Florida. All plumbing work in Edgewood requires a local permit issued by the Edgewood Building Department before work begins.

Consult the Edgewood Municipal Code for any local amendments, permit procedures, inspection requirements, and additional standards that may apply beyond state law.

Contact the Edgewood Building Department for local permitting procedures, fees, and inspection requirements specific to the city.

Exemptions

Under Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain plumbing work is exempt from licensure, including:

• Work performed on single-family residential properties by the owner-occupant on their own property
• Work performed by a licensed contractor under direct supervision
• Routine maintenance and repair work as defined in the statute

However, exemptions are narrowly construed. Most commercial work and professional installations require a licensed plumber regardless of exemption claims.

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
• Edgewood Municipal Code

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