Navigating the ins and outs of licensing can be difficult. Here are some frequently asked questions about Alaska plumber licensing to get you the answers you need and on the road to a great career!
Do I have to complete continuing education to renew my Alaska plumbing license?
Yes, Alaska plumbers must complete 16-hours of continuing education including 8-hours of code and 8-hours of industry related courses each licensing cycle.
When is my Alaska plumber continuing education due?
Alaska plumbers must renew their license every two-years by the anniversary of initial licensure.
How do I renew my Alaska plumbing license?
- Take the required continuing education
- Submit certificates, fee, and application to the state
- http://www.labor.alaska.gov/lss/forms/cof-app.pdf
- Will need to be notarized.
What is the renewal fee for my Alaska plumbing license?
$200 for 2 years
Who submits my Alaska plumbing license plumbing course completion?
The state of Alaska requires the license holder submit their own course completion.
What happens if I renew my Alaska plumbing license late?
If the certificate has expired more than 90 days, but less than two years, you must pay a $50.00 re-application fee (total of $250.00). If your license has expired more than 2 years you are required to re-apply and re-test.
Who do I contact at the state level with questions about my Alaska plumbing license?
Contact Mechanical Inspection:
1251 Muldoon Road, Suite 113
Anchorage, AK 99504
Phone: (907) 269-4925
Fax: (907) 269-4932
Email: Anchorage.LSS-MI@alaska.gov
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