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Master license: 1  One year of practical experience as a licensed Virginia journeyman; or. 2  Ten years of practical experience in the trade, verified by an affidavit from those who observed the candidateâs work in the trade.
Most states require plumbers to be licensed, and they typically provide a number you can call to verify that the license is current and that there are no active complaints against it. Any plumber you consider should also hold a current workers' compensation policy and a minimum of $500,000 liability insurance. All states issue plumbing-contractor licenses, and the licensing board can confirm a plumber's legitimacy.