Iowa law requires members of every licensed or regulated profession to obtain continuing education as a condition of license renewal. (See Iowa Code section 105.20 and chapter 272C) For each plumbing and mechanical systems board license, the basic requirement is at least 8 hours of classroom instruction during each three-year licensing term. For a course to be valid, both the instructor and the course must be pre-approved by the board.
No, HF 392 provided an exemption. Questions regarding the Special Electrical license will need to be directed to the Electrical Board at 1-866-923-1082.
Pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 103
The special electrician license was specifically for the HVAC/R trade. Questions regarding the Special Electrical license or any other type of electrical license will need to be directed to the Electrical Board at 1-866-923-1082.
Pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 103
A person can perform volunteer work on an owner’s principal residence without having to obtain a plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, or hydronic license. Although the volunteer is exempt from having to obtain a license please keep in mind that local jurisdictions may still have permit or inspection requirements. It is the homeowner and volunteer’s responsibility to contact the local jurisdiction prior to starting the work.
Yes, a 30 day grace period applies for any reason, including completion of CEU requirements.
For licenses that have lapsed 31 to 60 days after the expiration of a license, a $60 late penalty will apply.
For licenses that have lapsed 61 to 365 days after the expiration of a license, a $100.00 late penalty will apply.
Licenses that have lapsed by more than 366 days will be required to submit current CEUs or sit for an examination.
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Yes. An individual who is concerned past criminal convictions may affect his or her ability to become licensed may complete this form prior to applying for a license or taking other steps to obtain a license. The Board will review the petition and make a determination as to whether or not the criminal history would make a person ineligible for a license.This pre-determination process is optional and not mandatory.An individual with criminal convictions may apply for a license without filing this petition. In that case, the criminal history will be reviewed as part of the overall application.
Petition form
Get Help with the Plumbing & Mechanical Systems License Portal
Instructions and how-tos for using our online licensure portal. Most links are downloadable PDFs.
The 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) is available online through the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) website. Printed copies can be ordered online through IAPMO or online book retailers.
The 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) is available online through the International Code Council (ICC) website. Printed copies may be ordered from ICC or an online book retailer.
