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Illinois Plumbing ExamsAny Plumbing License Exam in Illinois will cover many topics including: Vents & Venting; Administrative Procedures; Fixtures; Drainage Systems and more. Whether you live in Chicago, Aurora, Rockford or another city or county, the resources below will help you get started: Need of a License: Plumbers and plumbing contractors need a license to work in Illinois. Who Grants a License: Plumbing licenses are regulated by the Illinois Department of Public Health. The City of Chicago also issues plumbing licenses for its jurisdiction. Procedures for Getting a License: A candidate must take an exam to obtain a plumbing license at the state level or in Chicago. Qualifications to take the Exam and receive a License: A candidate for a plumbing license must have been employed as an apprentice plumber for at least 4 years, completed a trade school program in plumbing and completed at least two years of high school. Plumbing contractors must register with the state, pay a fee and obtain a minimum of general liability, property damage, bodily injury and workers compensation insurance. How to Apply for the Test: The application for a plumbing license at the state level can be found online at the Plumbing Program website. Mail the completed application to: Illinois Department of Public Health Office of Health Protection Plumbing Program 525 W. Jefferson Street, 3rd Floor Springfield, IL 62761 (217) 524-0791
In Chicago, the application can be found at the trade licensing web page. Mail the completed application to: City of Chicago Journeyman Plumber License PO Box 388249 Chicago, IL 60638-8249
Test Content: The Chicago plumbing exam is 3 hours in duration. A score of 70 is needed to pass. No calculators or reference materials can be brought into the testing site. Calculators will be provided. The test has the following content:
Fees: There are fees to take the test. License renewal: Licenses must be renewed each year. There is a continuing education requirement. Applicable Code: Illinois has its own plumbing code. Chicago also has its own plumbing code. ______________________________________________________ For more information on licensing and exam preparation, go to Tests.com's Journeyman Plumbing Test Guide And take Tests.com's Plumbing Practice Test. For plumbing exam preparation products and services, such as study guides, practice tests, flashcards and courses, go to Tests.com's Journeyman Plumber Exam and Master Plumber Exam listings. |
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