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Key Facts: DE Plumber Exam

70%

Passing Score

Division of Professional Regulation

80

Questions

3 hours time limit

~$215

Exam Fee

PSI

IPC

Code Basis

Delaware adopts the International Plumbing Code (IPC) with state-specific amendments

Delaware's journeyman plumber exam has approximately a 60% pass rate. The 80-question exam requires 70% to pass and is based on the IPC. Delaware adopts the International Plumbing Code (IPC) with state-specific amendments.

About the DE Plumber Exam

The Delaware journeyman plumber exam is administered by PSI on behalf of the Division of Professional Regulation. The exam is administered by PSI on behalf of the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation. It tests knowledge of the IPC, drainage systems, water supply, venting, gas piping, and Delaware-specific amendments.

Questions

80 scored questions

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

~$215 (Division of Professional Regulation)

DE Plumber Exam Content Outline

25%

Drainage, Waste & Vent Systems

IPC drain sizing, fixture units, slope requirements, cleanouts, trap seals, and DWV installation per Delaware 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 IPC

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 Delaware-specific rules

How to Pass the DE Plumber Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 80 questions
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam fee: ~$215

Keys to Passing

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

DE Plumber Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master IPC drain sizing tables and fixture unit calculations — heavily tested on the Delaware exam
2Study backflow prevention device selection for different hazard levels per IPC 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 Delaware use?

Delaware adopts the International Plumbing Code (IPC) with state-specific amendments. The Division of Professional Regulation oversees all licensing requirements. The exam is based on the current adopted IPC edition.

How many questions are on the Delaware plumber exam?

The Delaware 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 Delaware plumber exam?

The exam is administered by PSI on behalf of the Division of Professional Regulation. You must apply through the agency and schedule your exam through PSI's testing system.

What experience is required for the Delaware journeyman plumber exam?

Completion of plumbing apprenticeship (typically 4 years) or equivalent documented experience under a licensed plumber. Contact the Division of Professional Regulation for specific requirements and application procedures.