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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: CT Plumber Exam

70%

Passing Score

DCP Plumbing Examining Board

80

Questions

3 hours time limit

~$150

Exam Fee

State-administered

SPC

Code Basis

Connecticut uses the State Plumbing Code (SPC), which is based on the IPC with Connecticut-specific amendments

Connecticut's journeyman plumber exam has approximately a 60% pass rate. The 80-question exam requires 70% to pass and is based on the SPC. Connecticut uses the State Plumbing Code (SPC), which is based on the IPC with Connecticut-specific amendments.

About the CT Plumber Exam

The Connecticut journeyman plumber exam is administered by State-administered on behalf of the DCP Plumbing Examining Board. The exam is administered directly by the Connecticut DCP Plumbing Examining Board. It tests knowledge of the SPC, drainage systems, water supply, venting, gas piping, and Connecticut-specific amendments.

Questions

80 scored questions

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

~$150 (DCP Plumbing Examining Board)

CT Plumber Exam Content Outline

25%

Drainage, Waste & Vent Systems

SPC drain sizing, fixture units, slope requirements, cleanouts, trap seals, and DWV installation per Connecticut amendments

25%

Water Supply & Distribution

Pipe sizing, backflow prevention, cross-connection control, water heaters, pressure regulation, and T&P relief requirements

20%

Venting Systems

Vent sizing, wet venting, circuit venting, air admittance valves, vent termination per the SPC

15%

Gas Piping & Appliances

Gas pipe sizing, BTU calculations, pressure testing, appliance venting, and combustion air requirements

15%

Code Administration & Materials

Permits, inspections, approved materials, joint methods, pipe supports, and Connecticut-specific rules

How to Pass the CT Plumber Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 80 questions
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam fee: ~$150

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

CT Plumber Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master SPC drain sizing tables and fixture unit calculations — heavily tested on the Connecticut exam
2Study backflow prevention device selection for different hazard levels per SPC cross-connection requirements
3Memorize minimum pipe sizes, trap sizes, and vent sizes for common residential fixtures
4Practice gas pipe sizing using fuel gas code tables including BTU demand calculations
5Review water heater installation requirements including T&P relief, expansion tanks, and pan requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

What plumbing code does Connecticut use?

Connecticut uses the State Plumbing Code (SPC), which is based on the IPC with Connecticut-specific amendments. The DCP Plumbing Examining Board oversees all licensing requirements. The exam is based on the current adopted SPC edition.

How many questions are on the Connecticut plumber exam?

The Connecticut journeyman plumber exam has approximately 80 multiple-choice questions with a time limit of 3 hours. A score of 70% is required to pass.

Who administers the Connecticut plumber exam?

The exam is administered by State-administered on behalf of the DCP Plumbing Examining Board. You must apply through the agency and schedule your exam through State-administered's testing system.

What experience is required for the Connecticut journeyman plumber exam?

Completion of 5-year registered apprenticeship or 10 years of experience under a licensed plumber. Contact the DCP Plumbing Examining Board for specific requirements and application procedures.