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Verify a Plumber License in Michigan

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)

Official Verification Tool

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) maintains the official license database for Michigan plumbers.

Go to Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)

Phone: (517) 241-9288

How to Verify — Step by Step

  1. 1

    Go to michigan.gov/lara and select "License Lookup"

  2. 2

    Select "Plumbing" from the profession dropdown

  3. 3

    Search by name, license number, or city

  4. 4

    Verify license type, status, and expiration date

License Types in Michigan

Journeyman PlumberMaster PlumberPlumbing Contractor

Michigan requires separate licenses for journeyman plumbers, master plumbers, and plumbing contractors. Check all three types depending on the work being performed.

Before You Hire

  • • Always ask for the license number before work begins
  • • Verify the license is not expired, suspended, or revoked
  • • Confirm they carry liability insurance and workers' compensation
  • • Get a written contract before any work starts

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