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Key Facts: NV Journeyman Plumber Exam
70%
Passing Score
NV Board of Plumbing Examiners
~100
Questions
PSI exam
$140
Exam Fee
PSI
3 hrs
Time Limit
PSI exam
The Nevada journeyman plumber exam has approximately 100 questions with a 3-hour time limit. A 70% score is required to pass. The exam covers UPC code knowledge and is administered by PSI. The exam fee is $140. Nevada's desert climate introduces unique plumbing considerations including trap seal evaporation and water conservation.
Sample NV Journeyman Plumber Practice Questions
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1Under the Uniform Plumbing Code adopted by Nevada, what is the minimum slope required for a 4-inch horizontal drainage pipe?
2Nevada's journeyman plumber exam is administered by which testing organization?
3Under the UPC, what is the DFU value for a standard water closet?
4Under the UPC adopted by Nevada, what is the minimum size for a building sewer when water closets are connected?
5What is the minimum vent pipe size allowed under the UPC?
6Under the UPC, what type of backflow prevention device is required for a high-hazard cross-connection?
7What is the maximum static water pressure allowed in a building distribution system under the UPC?
8Under the UPC, what is the minimum trap seal depth?
9Under the UPC, what is the minimum water supply pipe size for a building service?
10Under the UPC, what material is NOT approved for underground drainage piping?
About the NV Journeyman Plumber Exam
Nevada's journeyman plumber exam is administered by PSI on behalf of the State Board of Plumbing Examiners. The exam covers UPC code knowledge including drainage, venting, water supply, gas piping, and fixture installation. Nevada uses the UPC and the exam has approximately 100 questions with a 3-hour time limit.
Exam sponsor: Nevada Board of Plumbing Examiners (PSI). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
70%
Reported exam pass rate: ~55%. This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Drainage, Waste & Vent Systems
UPC drainage pipe sizing, DFU calculations, slope requirements, cleanouts, and trap arm distances
Venting Systems
Vent sizing, wet venting, AAVs, vent termination, circuit venting, and combination waste and vent
Water Supply & Backflow Prevention
Water pipe sizing, WSFU calculations, backflow prevention, pressure regulation, and cross-connection control
Gas Piping & Venting
Gas pipe sizing, BTUH calculations, pressure testing, combustion air, and appliance venting per UPC
Fixtures, Materials & Code Administration
Fixture installation, clearances, materials, joining methods, permits, and inspections
Preparing for the NV Journeyman Plumber Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours
- Exam / certification fees: $140 Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 298 available questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What plumbing code does Nevada use?
Nevada uses the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) published by IAPMO. The exam tests knowledge of UPC provisions including drainage, venting, water supply, gas piping, and fixture installation requirements.
How many questions are on the Nevada plumber exam?
The Nevada journeyman plumber exam has approximately 100 multiple-choice questions with a 3-hour time limit. A 70% score is required to pass. The exam is administered by PSI.
How much does the Nevada plumber exam cost?
The Nevada journeyman plumber exam fee is approximately $140, paid to PSI when scheduling. Additional license fees apply through the Board of Plumbing Examiners.
Are there special plumbing considerations for Nevada's climate?
Yes. Nevada's arid climate accelerates trap seal evaporation in unused fixtures, making trap primers important. Water conservation is also critical given limited water resources. Higher elevation areas require frost protection for underground piping.