Plumber Exam Prep / Maryland
Plumber Exam — MD
Journeyman Plumber Exam in Maryland
Complete breakdown of the journeyman plumber licensing process in Maryland — code used, exam provider, and what to study.
Exam Details
- Licensing Body
- Maryland Department of Labor
- Exam Provider
- PSI Exams
- Code Edition
- 2018 IPC
- Passing Score
- 70%
- Question Count
- 80
- Exam Fee
- $60
- Experience Required
- 4 years
Note: Always verify current requirements with Maryland Department of Labor.
Maryland Plumber License — What to Know
Statewide journeyman plumber license required in Maryland.
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.