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Key Facts: HI Plumber Exam

70%

Passing Score

Hawaii Board of Electricians and Plumbers

100

Questions

3 hours limit

~$330

Exam Fee

PSI

UPC

Code Base

Hawaii adoption

Hawaii's journeyman plumber exam is based on the UPC (Hawaii State Plumbing Code) and administered by PSI. Hawaii uses the UPC rather than the IPC. The Hawaii State Plumbing Code includes amendments for tropical climate, volcanic soil conditions, and island-specific water systems. The exam requires 70% to pass and tests drainage, water supply, venting, gas piping, and fixture knowledge.

About the HI Plumber Exam

Hawaii journeyman plumber exam administered by PSI under the Board of Electricians and Plumbers. Based on the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with Hawaii State amendments. Tests drainage, water supply, venting, gas piping, and island-specific requirements.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

~$330 (Hawaii Board of Electricians and Plumbers)

HI Plumber Exam Content Outline

25%

Drainage & Waste Systems

Drain sizing, DFU calculations, slope requirements, cleanouts per UPC

20%

Water Supply & Distribution

Pipe sizing, backflow prevention, water heaters, pressure regulation per UPC

20%

Venting Systems

Vent sizing, wet venting, AAVs, vent termination, circuit venting per UPC

15%

Gas Piping

Gas pipe sizing, appliance venting, pressure testing, BTU calculations per IFGC

20%

Fixtures, Materials & Hawaii Code

Fixture installation, materials, joints, permits, inspections, and Hawaii-specific requirements

How to Pass the HI Plumber Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam fee: ~$330

Keys to Passing

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

HI Plumber Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master UPC drainage fixture unit (DFU) values and pipe sizing tables
2Study backflow prevention device selection and cross-connection control
3Memorize minimum pipe sizes, slopes, and clearances for common fixtures
4Practice gas pipe sizing calculations using IFGC tables
5Understand wet venting and circuit venting provisions in the UPC
6Learn Hawaii-specific permit and inspection requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

What code does Hawaii use for the plumber exam?

Hawaii uses the UPC (Hawaii State Plumbing Code). The exam covers drainage, venting, water supply, gas piping, and fixture requirements as adopted by the state.

Who administers the Hawaii plumber exam?

The exam is administered by PSI under the Hawaii Board of Electricians and Plumbers.

How many questions are on the Hawaii plumber exam?

The Hawaii plumber exam has approximately 100 questions with a 3 hours time limit. A score of 70% is required to pass.

Is the HI plumber exam open book?

Most PSI-administered plumber exams allow a bound copy of the adopted code. Check with the Hawaii Board of Electricians and Plumbers for approved reference materials.