Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Licensure

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