Ohio plumbing license lookup: how to check and get a license

Do plumbers need a license in Ohio?

OCILB issues state contractor licenses (commonly called Master licenses) for commercial work only; residential contractor regulation is left to local building and health departments, which may require the state license at their discretion. Ask your city or county what it requires and confirm permits.

How do you look up a plumber's license in Ohio?

1. Ask the plumber for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
2. Open the Ohio plumbing license lookup run by Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (Ohio Department of Commerce) for commercial work; residential work regulated locally (city/county building or health departments).
3. Search by license number first. A name search can return several people or companies with similar names.
4. 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.
5. If something doesn't match, ask the plumber about it before you sign or pay a deposit, or contact Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (Ohio Department of Commerce) for commercial work; residential work regulated locally (city/county building or health departments).

What plumbing licenses does Ohio issue?

• Plumbing Contractor

How do you get a plumbing license in Ohio?

Licenses are issued by the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (Ohio Department of Commerce) for commercial work; residential work regulated locally (city/county building or health departments). Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (Ohio Department of Commerce) for commercial work; residential work regulated locally (city/county building or health departments) source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.