South Dakota Plumber License
A South Dakota Master Plumber requires 4 continuing-education hours every 1 year, a renewal fee set by the board, and no state license bond. Requirements, approved courses, bond and renewal steps for 2026.
Source: SD Plumbing Commission · compiled 2026-05-23
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Continuing education
- Plumbing code: 2 hrs
- Trade: 2 hrs
CE courses for South Dakota master plumbers
Plumber continuing-education providers offering courses for South Dakota. Confirm a provider appears on SD Plumbing Commission’s approved-provider list before you buy.
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Bond & insurance
No state license bond required at this tier. Local permits may still require one.
No statewide insurance minimum confirmed for this tier.
Reciprocity
South Dakota does not publish direct reciprocity for this license. Out-of-state holders typically apply for endorsement and may need to pass the state exam. The reciprocity map shows which states do honor each other.
How to renew, step by step
- 1
Check your renewal deadline
Log in to the SD Plumbing Commission portal and confirm your expiration date and license number before doing anything else.
- 2
Complete continuing education
Complete your 4 required CE hours every 1 year with a board-approved provider (provider approval is required in this state). Keep your completion certificates.
- 3
Submit and pay
Submit the renewal through the SD Plumbing Commission portal and pay the state renewal fee. Renewing online is faster than mailing a paper form.
- 4
Save your confirmation
Download the confirmation and your updated license. If you missed the deadline, look for the late/reinstatement path rather than re-applying from scratch.
Frequently asked questions
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South Dakota Master Plumbers renew every 1 year. Set a reminder so you have time to finish your 4 CE hours before you’re due.
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