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Plumbing in Texas

What we confirmed about the path from apprentice to journeyman plumber in Texas, with the official link for each item. Anything we couldn’t confirm is flagged.

How do I become a plumbing apprentice in Texas?

Short answer:Who licenses this trade: State: plumber apprentice registration, tradesman, journeyman and master plumber licenses. Apprentice registration: Yes. Register with TSBPE as a Plumber’s Apprentice. Experience before the journeyman exam: At least 8,000 hours in the plumbing trade (plus TSBPE-approved training; see board rules). Who can supervise an apprentice: Direct supervision: a TSBPE-licensed plumber on the job site at all times; a journeyman may directly supervise apprentices.

Last checked. Official source: tsbpe.texas.gov.

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Licensing rules

Plumbing licensing rules
Who licenses this trade State: plumber apprentice registration, tradesman, journeyman and master plumber licensesOfficial source: tsbpe.texas.gov
Apprentice registration Yes. Register with TSBPE as a Plumber’s ApprenticeOfficial source: tsbpe.texas.gov
Experience before the journeyman exam At least 8,000 hours in the plumbing trade (plus TSBPE-approved training; see board rules)Official source: tsbpe.texas.gov
Apprentices per supervisor Not yet confirmed with an official source, check the official link.
Who can supervise an apprentice Direct supervision: a TSBPE-licensed plumber on the job site at all times; a journeyman may directly supervise apprenticesOfficial source: tsbpe.texas.gov

Last checked . 4 of 5 items confirmed against official sources; flagged items are still pending. Main board: Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE).

Frequently asked questions

Who licenses plumbers in Texas?

State: plumber apprentice registration, tradesman, journeyman and master plumber licenses.Source: tsbpe.texas.gov

Do plumbing apprentices have to register in Texas?

Yes. Register with TSBPE as a Plumber’s Apprentice.Source: tsbpe.texas.gov

How much experience do you need before the journeyman plumber exam in Texas?

At least 8,000 hours in the plumbing trade (plus TSBPE-approved training; see board rules).Source: tsbpe.texas.gov

Who can supervise a plumbing apprentice in Texas?

Direct supervision: a TSBPE-licensed plumber on the job site at all times; a journeyman may directly supervise apprentices.Source: tsbpe.texas.gov

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