Name: South Carolina Residential Plumbing License
Brand: American Contractors Exam Services
SKU: c787
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Required Books

The references listed below are permitted to be taken into the examination. These references may be tabbed (with permanent index tabs) and highlighted. They are available for purchase from our online contractor’s bookstore or by calling our office at 1-800-992-1910.

Effective April 1, 2020, the exam will be based on the 2018 Edition of the Residential Code.

Effective April 1, 2020, the exam will be based on the 2018 Edition of the Plumbing Code.

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2018 International Residential Code, softcover, Tabbed and Highlighted

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2018 International Residential Code, softcover, Tabbed and Highlighted

$189.00
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2021 International Plumbing Code, soft-cover

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The 2021 IPC® provides minimum regulations for plumbing facilities and provides for the acceptance of new and innovative…

$111.25
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OSHA 29. CFR 1926 for Contractors Highlighted & Tabbed

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Occupational Safety & Health Standards for the Construction Industry (OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry), Published by American…

$55.00
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Permanent Tabs for the 2021 International Plumbing Code

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Permanent Tabs for the 2021 International Plumbing Code

$19.95
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Additional Services

Fee for Certificate of Authority for SC

Application Processing

$135.00
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SC - LLC set up

Application Processing

SC- LLC set up fee

$200.00
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SC Residential App Fee

Application Processing

$100.00
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SC Residential Application Processing

Application Processing

$199.00
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SC-Reciprocity Exam Waiver form fees

Application Processing

SC-Reciprocity Exam Waiver form fees- they fill out the form

$20.00
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South Carolina - Check payable to "South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board" (for 2 year license)payday

Application Processing

South Carolina - Check payable to "South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board" (for 2 year license)

$350.00
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South Carolina - check payable to "South Carolina Secretary of State" (only for LLC's)

Application Processing

South Carolina - check payable to "South Carolina Secretary of State" (only for LLC's) This fee is only…

$110.00
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South Carolina - Late Fee (30 days) as applicable for Renewal of License

Application Processing

South Carolina - Late Fee (30 days) as applicable for Renewal of License

$100.00
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South Carolina - Late fee (31-60 days) as applicable for Renewal of License

Application Processing

South Carolina - Late fee (31-60 days) as applicable for Renewal of License

$150.00
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South Carolina - Late fee (61-90 days) as applicable for Renewal of License

Application Processing

South Carolina - Late fee (61-90 days) as applicable for Renewal of License *(After 90 days you must…

$200.00
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South Carolina - Renewal Fee payable to "South Carolina Contractor's Licensng Board"

Application Processing

South Carolina - Renewal Fee payable to "South Carolina Contractor's Licensng Board" If the Application Renewal is late,…

$350.00
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South Carolina Application Processing

Application Processing

New Application Processing Fee for South Carolina License

$299.00
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South Carolina Contractors Board Fee

Application Processing

SC Contractor License Fee

$175.00
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Confirm This Is the Right License for Your Work

Every state licensing board defines the exact project types, sizes, and trades that fall under each contractor classification. Review the scope below to make sure this license matches the work you actually do — then enroll in the seminar that prepares you for that exam the first time.

This license covers all plumbing work on residential structures consisting of sixteen units or less, and not exceeding 3-stories in height.

License Requirements

Please note that the South Carolina Business and Law exam as well as the South Carolina Residential Plumbing exam is required to be passed to obtain your contractors license.

Financial requirements:

All applicants must submit a credit report with their application. After passing the exams, Residential Contractors are required to obtain a Surety Bond of at least $15,000.

Experience required:

Contractor must show one year of experience under the supervision of a licensed residential builder or other appropriately licensed individual in the desired classification.

Pre-Approval for testing is required.

Reciprocity

South Carolina currently has no reciprocity agreement with others states for this license, however it can be obtained without taking an exam if the applicant has a current South Carolina Mechanical License or has a current Master license obtained by exam.

Continuing Education

There are currently no continuing education requirements for this license.

The Exam

The South Carolina Residential Plumbing exam is administered by PSI.
The fee for the exam is $75 and In order to pass you must answer 44 correctly.
The Residential HVAC exam is an open-book exam with 65 questions to complete in 3 hours.
The trade exam may only be taken three times in a 12-month period./
Topics on the exam include general plumbing knowledge and regulations; piping, valves, and controls; fixtures and equipments; water supply; drain, waste and vent and sewers; isometric analysis; safety; specialty applications.
To schedule your exam contact PSI at 1-800-733-9267.

How We Help You Prepare

We offer the approved reference materials for the South Carolina Residential Plumbing examination but do not currently offer a preparation seminar. We also offer preparation for the South Carolina Residential Business Law exam which is necessary to obtain this license. Please contact us at 1-800-992-1910 for additional information.

The first step in the licensing process is to gain pre-approval by submitting an application to the Residential Contractors Licensing Board documenting your experience and financial information.

Once approved, you may take the necessary exams. To apply, contact the South Carolina Residential Builders Commission at (803) 896-4696.

An application fee of $100 must be sent with the application when seeking pre-approval.

Licenses renew July 1 of each even numbered year.

The licensing fee for the Residential Plumbing is $50 for 12 months or less and $100 for 12 months or more. The licensing fee is due after passing the exam.

Important Contacts

To apply for a Contractors license, contact:

Licensing Board for Contractors
Post Office Box 11329
Columbia, SC 29211
(803)896-4686

www.llr.state.sc.us

To apply for a Residential Builders license, contact:

Residential Builders Commission
Post Office Box 11329
Columbia, SC 29211
(803)896-4696

www.llr.state.sc.us

South Carolina exams are given by:

PSI Licensure: Certification
ATTN: Examination Registration SC
3210 E Tropicana
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(800) 733-9267 phone
702.932.2666 fax

www.psiexams.com

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South Carolina Residential Plumbing License

What Is Included in Your Seminar

Required Books

2018 International Residential Code, softcover, Tabbed and Highlighted

2021 International Plumbing Code, soft-cover

OSHA 29. CFR 1926 for Contractors Highlighted & Tabbed

Permanent Tabs for the 2021 International Plumbing Code

Additional Services

Fee for Certificate of Authority for SC

SC - LLC set up

SC Residential App Fee

SC Residential Application Processing

SC-Reciprocity Exam Waiver form fees

South Carolina - Check payable to "South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board" (for 2 year license)payday

South Carolina - check payable to "South Carolina Secretary of State" (only for LLC's)

South Carolina - Late Fee (30 days) as applicable for Renewal of License

South Carolina - Late fee (31-60 days) as applicable for Renewal of License

South Carolina - Late fee (61-90 days) as applicable for Renewal of License

South Carolina - Renewal Fee payable to "South Carolina Contractor's Licensng Board"

South Carolina Application Processing

South Carolina Contractors Board Fee