Plumbing & Heating Contractors

The State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors is a quasi-state agency that was established by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1931. Our mission is to protect the public health, safety and welfare by prescribing the standard of competence, experience and efficiency of applicants for license by examination. We enforce the statutory requirement of General Statutes 87, Article 2 and Board Rules set forth in 21 NCAC 50. Our organization is self-supporting and operates on the licensing and other fees paid by applicants and licensees of the Board.

Who We Are: Our Team and Board Members

Our team consists of administrative officers, board legal counsel, public relations officers, board members, office staff, and field staff who are all committed to upholding the mission of the Board. Our board members are appointed by the Governor and are responsible for holding open hearings for the benefit of licensees and the general public, ensuring that applicants meet minimum qualifications to be licensed for contracting in plumbing, heating and fire sprinkler trades, and holding licensed contractors accountable for complying with Chapter 87, Article 2, and Board Rules.

Our Services

At the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, we offer a range of services that include:

• Exam Information: We provide information about the licensing exams required to become a plumbing, heating, or fire sprinkler contractor in North Carolina. Our exam information includes registration instructions, exam dates, and study materials.
• Continuing Education: We offer continuing education courses to help licensed contractors stay up-to-date with the latest industry standards and regulations. Our courses include exam prep & code courses, disciplinary courses, and other relevant topics.
• License Search: Our online license search tool allows the public to verify the license status of plumbing, heating, and fire sprinkler contractors in North Carolina.
• License Renewal: We provide instructions and forms for license renewal, including information about required continuing education credits.
• Complaints: We accept and investigate complaints against licensed contractors who have violated Chapter 87, Article 2, and Board Rules.
• Laws & Rules: We provide access to the laws and rules that govern plumbing, heating, and fire sprinkler contractors in North Carolina.
• Forms: We offer a range of forms related to license applications, renewals, and complaints.
• Resources: We provide additional resources for contractors and the general public, including newsletters, contact information, and other helpful links.

Our Hours and Location

Our office is located at 1109 Dresser Court, Raleigh, NC 27609, and we are open from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, except on holidays. Our office is closed for lunch daily from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Please note that our office will be closed on Friday, May 24th.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or comments, please contact us using the form provided on our website or by calling us at 919-875-3612. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you.