Vol. I · No. 31Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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Plumbing License Requirements: Tiers, Hours, and How to Get One

Plumbing license requirements vary by state. Compare apprentice, journeyman, master, and contractor tiers, hours, exams, and how to…

By The Plumbing Brief Editorial Team
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The International Plumbing Code (IPC), Explained

What the International Plumbing Code is, IPC vs UPC, which states use each, and how to find the…

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Water Heater Code Requirements: What a Compliant Install Needs

Water heater code requirements explained: expansion tank, T&P valve and discharge, drip pan, seismic strapping, venting, and when…

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Do You Need a Permit for Plumbing Work? Rules, Cost, and Inspection

Do you need a permit for plumbing work? When a permit is required vs not, typical $30 to…

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Lead-Free Plumbing Requirements: What the 0.25% Law Actually Means

Lead-free plumbing requirements explained: the federal 0.25% law, NSF/ANSI 61 and 372 marks, and which pipe, fittings, solder,…

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Backflow Testing Requirements: Who Needs It, How Often, and What It Costs

Backflow testing requirements explained: who needs it, how often, what changed in 2026, and test costs of $30…

By The Plumbing Brief Editorial Team