How many hours do I need to become a journeyman plumber in Texas?

Answer

1. 8,000 hours of experience in the plumbing trade, plus a 48-hour training course approved by TSBPE, then the exam. There's also a step before it: Tradesman Plumber-Limited needs 4,000 hours and a 24-hour course.

   Sources: TSBPE

   • “at least 8,000 hours of experience working in the plumbing trade” TSBPE ↗
   • “a 48-hour training course approved by the TSBPE” TSBPE ↗
   • “at least 4,000 hours of experience working in the plumbing trade” TSBPE ↗
   • “a 24-hour training course approved by the TSBPE” TSBPE ↗

   Answered by SkillsTradeJobs team · October 28, 2026

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