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Well Pump Installers maintain and install pumps for water systems. A pump installer license is required to install new pump systems and perform maintenance on existing pump systems. There are two categories of licenses: domestic (up to three horsepower), and commercial, industrial, and municipal pump installation (any horsepower).

Legislation: NH RSA 482-B; Administrative Rules Chapter We 100-1000

Licensure Requirements:

• Be actively engaged in the trade for a period of three years prior to the date of application, with experience directly related to the type of license issued
• Pass an examination prepared and administered by the New Hampshire Water Well Board
• Obtain the appropriate license from the Board

Examination:  Written examination required

Continuing Education: A minimum of two hours of continuing education pertaining to water pumps, water wells, or water conditioning and treatment systems are required annually

Fees:

• Application: $25
• Examination: $10 for each license category
• License: $100

All licenses expire annually on June 30

Reciprocity: No reciprocal agreements with other states currently exist

revised Jan 2018