Tennessee Limited Licensed Plumber (TN LLP)

	Requirements to Obtaining your License. A Limited Licensed Plumbers license is required in Tennessee for plumbing projects that do not exceed $25,000. For plumbing projects that exceed $25,000, a Mechanical Plumbing Contractors license is required. Plumbing Contractors are exempt from having to obtain this license. Anyone seeking to become a Limited Licensed Plumber in Tennessee is required to sit for only one exam. Please note that the Tennessee Business and Law exam is NOT required to be passed to obtain your LLP as this license does NOT make you a contractor. 1 year of experience is required to obtain this license.
	Work that can be Done Under this License A licensed plumber in Tennessee can perform all aspects of plumbing, utility connections, irrigation systems, as well as gas piping to water heaters, laundry equipment, kitchen equipment, gas grills, and swimming pool heaters. Please note that this licensed is not recognized in all municipalities in TN.
	Applying to get your License An application for licensure can be obtained from the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors by calling 1-800-544-7693. The licensing and application fee is $75.00. Please note that you will have to check with the city/county you are intending to work in to see if they will recognize this license.
	Reciprocity Agreements Tennessee has limited reciprocity agreement with the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina and South Carolina.
	Continuing Education There are no requirements for continuing education as of this time.
	Exam Details The testing company is PSI (1-800-733-9267) 40 questions and an 2 hour time limit 73% is required to pass the exam The exam fee is $44. Topics on the exam include general knowledge and math; general requirements pertaining to administration, structural, backflow, materials and supports, joints and connections, storm drains, testing; water supply and distribution; fixtures including water heaters; drain, waste, and vent systems including indirect and special waste; traps, cleanouts, and interceptors; isometric analysis; gas appliances and piping; and OSHA safety.
	Books and References for the Exam The following references are permitted to be taken into the examination. These references may be tabbed (with a permanent index tab) and highlighted. They are available for purchase from our online contractor’s bookstore or by calling our office at 1-800-952-0910. 2003 International Plumbing Code 2003 International Fuel Gas Code OSHA Code of Federal Regulations Part 1926 Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters
	Exam Review, Training, Education We offer review for the Tennessee Limited Licensed Plumber Exam through a 1 day seminar or in a home study/tutorial format. The fee for the class or study guide is $395. At class, students will receive a study guide includes sample questions, practice math problems, sample blueprints, and a highlighting guide for the approved references. For more information on either attending a seminar, or to order, contact our office at 1-800-952-0910. Our online training is now included with every seminar. Seminar Price: $395