Plumber Exam Prep / Alabama
Plumber Exam — AL
Journeyman Plumber Exam in Alabama
Complete breakdown of the journeyman plumber licensing process in Alabama — code used, exam provider, and what to study.
Exam Details
- Licensing Body
- Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
- Exam Provider
- PSI Exams
- Code Edition
- 2018 IPC / 2018 UPC
- Passing Score
- 70%
- Question Count
- 80
- Exam Fee
- $100
- Experience Required
- 4 years
Note: Always verify current requirements with Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board.
Alabama Plumber License — What to Know
Journeyman Plumber license required statewide. Work must be performed under a licensed Master Plumber.
Key Code Sections to Master
The International Plumbing Code (IPC) exam covers water supply, drainage, venting, fixtures, water heaters, storm drainage, and special piping. Focus on the table for pipe sizing (Table 604.4 for water supply, Table 710.1 for drainage fixture units), minimum fixture requirements by occupancy type, and venting rules. Drainage fixture units (DFUs) are frequently tested via calculation questions.