Arkansas plumbing license lookup: how to check and get a license
Arkansas plumbing license lookup: who issues plumber licenses (Arkansas Department of Health (Plumbing & Natural Gas program; Plumbing Examiners Committee)), how to check one online, the license types, and 1,118 plumbing, heating and air-conditioning contractors by county.
Do plumbers need a license in Arkansas?
| Who licenses them | Arkansas Department of Health (Plumbing & Natural Gas program; Plumbing Examiners Committee) |
|---|---|
| License types | Master Plumber, Journeyman Plumber, Apprentice Plumber, Water and Sewer Service Line Installer, Gas Fitter, Supervisor Gas Fitter |
| When a license is required | License required; no dollar threshold found |
Plumbers and natural gas fitters are licensed by the Arkansas Department of Health, which also lists sanctions against plumbers. Ask for the license number and confirm the plumbing permit with the local inspector.
How do you look up a plumber's license in Arkansas?
- Ask the plumber for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the Arkansas plumbing license lookup run by Arkansas Department of Health (Plumbing & Natural Gas program; Plumbing Examiners Committee).
- Search by license number first. A name search can return several people or companies with similar names.
- Check that the status is active or current, that the license type covers your job, and that the name matches the company on your contract.
- If something doesn't match, ask the plumber about it before you sign or pay a deposit, or contact Arkansas Department of Health (Plumbing & Natural Gas program; Plumbing Examiners Committee).
What plumbing licenses does Arkansas issue?
- Master Plumber
- Journeyman Plumber
- Apprentice Plumber
- Water and Sewer Service Line Installer
- Gas Fitter
- Supervisor Gas Fitter
How do you get a plumbing license in Arkansas?
Licenses are issued by the Arkansas Department of Health (Plumbing & Natural Gas program; Plumbing Examiners Committee). Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official Arkansas Department of Health (Plumbing & Natural Gas program; Plumbing Examiners Committee) source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many plumbers are there in Arkansas?
The Census Bureau counted 1,118 plumbing, heating and air-conditioning contractors with employees in Arkansas in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Pulaski County | 127 |
|---|---|
| Benton County | 122 |
| Washington County | 111 |
| Saline County | 80 |
| Garland County | 66 |
| Craighead County | 50 |
| Faulkner County | 48 |
| Sebastian County | 41 |
What do Arkansas homes mean for plumbing work?
The median home in Arkansas was built in 1987, 34% of households rent and 72% of homes are single-family houses. 37% of homes heat with utility gas and 53% with electricity.
How do you choose a plumber in Arkansas?
- Ask for the license number and look it up yourself on the state or city license search. Licensing is set by the state in some places and by the city or county in others.
- Ask whether the job needs a permit. Water heater swaps, gas work and moving fixtures often do, and the licensed plumber pulls it.
- Get the price in writing: a flat rate for the job, or the hourly rate, the trip fee and how parts are billed.
- For emergencies, ask what the after-hours rate is before the plumber drives out.
- Ask who does the work. A licensed master can send helpers, but the license holder is responsible for the job.
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Sources: Arkansas licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.