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Key Facts: WV Plumber Exam
70%
Passing Score
WV Division of Labor
~80
Exam Questions
Prov exam format
3 hrs
Time Limit
Prov
IPC 2018
Code Base
West Virginia adoption
The West Virginia journeyman plumber exam is administered through Prov and overseen by the WV Division of Labor. The exam has approximately 80 multiple-choice questions with a 3-hour time limit, requiring 70% to pass. West Virginia uses the IPC 2018 with state amendments. The exam fee is one of the lowest in the country at $25-$75.
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1Which agency oversees plumber licensing in West Virginia?
2West Virginia's plumbing code is based on which model code?
3What exam vendor administers the West Virginia journeyman plumber exam?
4What is the passing score for the West Virginia journeyman plumber exam?
5Per the IPC 2018, what is the minimum slope for a 3-inch horizontal drainage pipe?
6Per the IPC 2018, what is the DFU value for a water closet with a flush tank?
7Per the IPC 2018, what is the minimum building sewer size?
8Per the IPC 2018, what is the maximum distance between cleanouts?
9Per the IPC 2018, what is the minimum trap seal depth?
10Per the IPC 2018, what is the maximum number of DFUs on a 2-inch horizontal branch?
About the WV Plumber Exam
West Virginia journeyman plumber licensing exam administered by Prov and overseen by the Division of Labor. Based on the International Plumbing Code (IPC) 2018 with West Virginia amendments. Covers drainage systems, water supply, venting, fixtures and appliances, gas piping, materials, and code administration.
Exam sponsor: West Virginia Division of Labor. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
80 questions
Time Limit
3 hours
Passing Score
70%
Reported exam pass rate: ~55-65%. This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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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 Systems
Drain pipe sizing, fixture units (DFU), slope requirements, cleanouts, building sewers, indirect waste, and special drainage per IPC 2018 with WV amendments
Water Supply Systems
Water pipe sizing, WSFU calculations, backflow prevention, pressure regulation, water heaters, cross-connection control, and potable water protection
Venting Systems
Vent sizing, wet venting, circuit venting, air admittance valves, vent termination, and trap seal protection per IPC 2018
Fixtures & Appliances
Fixture installation, clearances, accessible fixtures, commercial fixtures, scald prevention, and fixture counts per occupancy
Gas Piping
Gas pipe sizing, BTU calculations, appliance venting, pressure testing, CSST bonding, and combustion air requirements
Code Administration & Materials
Division of Labor requirements, permits, inspections, approved materials, joint methods, and WV-specific amendments to IPC 2018
Preparing for the WV Plumber Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 80 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours
- Exam / certification fees: $25-$75 Official sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hard is the West Virginia journeyman plumber exam?
The WV exam is moderately challenging with an estimated 55-65% pass rate. It has approximately 80 questions based on the IPC 2018 and requires 70% to pass.
What plumbing code does West Virginia use?
West Virginia uses the International Plumbing Code (IPC) 2018 edition with state amendments.
How much does the WV plumber exam cost?
The West Virginia exam fee ranges from $25-$75, making it one of the most affordable state plumber exams in the country. The exam is administered by Prov.
What are the experience requirements?
Contact the WV Division of Labor for specific apprenticeship and experience requirements for the journeyman plumber license.