Plumber Permits & Licenses in Orem, UT

Required for all LLCs. Annual renewal report also required ($18 fee, due annually by formation anniversary).

All LLCs must file annually to maintain good standing.

Not required by Utah state law or DOPL. However, may be required by clients or general contractors. Strongly recommended for protection against claims of faulty workmanship or design errors.

Utah requires all motor vehicles operated on public roads to be covered by liability insurance meeting minimum limits: $25,000 bodily injury per person, $65,000 per accident, $15,000 property damage. Applies to any business-owned or regularly used vehicle under Utah Code 41-12a-201.

Required to act as plumber or supervisor of plumbing work. Prerequisites: 4 years experience (or equivalent education), pass trade + law exam (Utah Plumber exam via PSI). Business must have at least one qualifying licensed Master Plumber.

Required for LLC to engage in plumbing contracting. Must designate a qualifying agent (licensed Master Plumber). Prerequisites: Qualifying agent must hold Master Plumber license; business entity registration; proof of insurance.

Required if business operates under DBA. Renew every 5 years ($22). Not needed if using exact LLC name.

Most plumber businesses need sales tax license if selling materials. Limited Power of Attorney for Tax (TLPOA) also recommended.

Plumbers may be required to collect sales tax on materials and fixtures sold to customers. Labor for repairs is generally not taxable unless combined with sale of materials. New businesses must register within 20 days of commencing operations.

Required for all employers paying wages to employees in Utah. Must file withholding tax returns and remit taxes withheld from employee wages.

Employers must register with the Utah Department of Workforce Services and pay state unemployment insurance (UI) tax on first $41,800 of each employee's wages (2024 rate schedule). New employer rate is 2.9% (subject to change).

All LLCs in Utah must file Form TC-205A by April 18 each year. Most LLCs are pass-through entities and pay $0 unless they elect corporate status. However, filing is mandatory regardless of tax due.

Many Utah cities (e.g., Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo) require a local business license or privilege tax registration. Requirements vary by location. For example, Salt Lake City requires a $50 business license for plumbers. Check with local clerk’s office.

Required for all LLCs with employees or those that elect to be taxed as a corporation. Single-member LLCs with no employees may use owner’s SSN, but EIN is recommended for privacy and banking.

Multi-member LLCs file Form 1065 (partnership); S-corps file Form 1120-S; single-member LLCs report on owner’s Form 1040 Schedule C. Due annually. Applies to all LLCs regardless of activity level.

Owners of single-member LLCs must pay self-employment tax on net business income via Schedule SE. Estimated quarterly payments required if tax liability exceeds $1,000.

Employers must file Form 941 (quarterly federal tax return), Form 940 (federal unemployment tax), and issue W-2s. Deposits must be made via EFTPS. Applies to all employers.

Not required by Utah law. Only relevant if the plumber sells physical products (e.g., water heaters, fixtures). In such cases, coverage may be included in a general liability policy. No state mandate exists for product liability insurance in the plumbing trade.

Not applicable to plumbers unless the business hosts events with alcohol service. No requirement for standard plumbing operations in Utah.

While single-member LLCs with no employees may use the owner’s SSN, obtaining an EIN is recommended for liability separation and banking purposes. EIN is required for federal tax reporting if excise taxes apply (e.g., backflow device testing involving cross-connection control).

As an LLC taxed as a disregarded entity (default for single-member), the owner reports business income on personal tax return. Multi-member LLCs are taxed as partnerships and must file Form 1065. Plumbing income is subject to self-employment tax.

Plumbers must comply with general industry standards (29 CFR 1910), including hazard communication (chemicals in soldering, pipe cleaning), personal protective equipment (PPE), and ladder safety. Required to maintain OSHA Form 300 (injury log) if 10+ employees.

Required for any work that may disturb lead-based paint (e.g., removing walls to access pipes). Certified firms must use EPA-approved practices, contain dust, and provide lead hazard information. Certification must be renewed every 5 years.

Requires payment of federal minimum wage ($7.25/hour), overtime pay (1.5x regular rate for hours over 40/week), and proper recordkeeping. Applies to plumbers and helpers employed by the LLC.

Requires eligible employees to be granted up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for qualifying medical or family reasons. Most small plumbing LLCs do not meet the employee threshold.

Employers must verify identity and work authorization using Form I-9. E-Verify is not federally mandated but may be required by state law or federal contracts.

Prohibits deceptive advertising, bait-and-switch pricing, and false claims (e.g., “licensed by federal agency” when not). Applies to all businesses. Plumbers must truthfully represent licensing, pricing, and service capabilities in ads and estimates.

Plumbing contractors specifically listed; requires state contractor license verification

SLC Code 5.68; plumbing businesses categorized under "Contractor

Limits signage, traffic, employees; SLC Zoning Ordinance 21A.58

Required for commercial spaces; verifies compliance with zoning district use tables

Plumbing businesses often need for office/shop modifications

SLC Sign Ordinance 21A.26; wall signs limited to 20% of facade

Required for shops storing flammable materials common in plumbing

Required in most metro counties; false alarm ordinances enforced

Verifies building code compliance post-construction

Exemptions: Sole proprietors and partners may elect out if they file Form TC-121. Corporate officers may also elect out under Utah Code 34-35-103(2). However, if any non-owner employee is hired, coverage is mandatory for all employees.

Not legally required by the State of Utah for plumbers. However, it is strongly recommended and often required by general contractors, property owners, or municipalities for project participation. May be required for certain local permits or bonding.

A $15,000 surety bond is required for all plumbing contractor license applicants. The bond protects consumers against violations of state plumbing laws or regulations. Applies to LLCs performing plumbing work requiring a license under Utah Code 58-55-301.

Plumbers selling tangible personal property (e.g., water heaters, pipes) must collect and remit sales tax. Registration is one-time, but returns are due periodically. No formal 'renewal' but license remains active with compliance.

Federal law requires businesses to retain tax-related records (income, expenses, employment) for at least 3 years. Employment tax records must be kept for at least 4 years. Utah follows federal guidelines.

Licensed contractors must display their current license in the office and on all service vehicles used in business. Digital display on mobile devices is acceptable if accessible during inspections.

Required under federal law for all employers with employees. The poster informs workers of their rights and protections under OSHA. Available for free download from OSHA website.

Employers must post Utah-specific labor law notices, including minimum wage, workers' compensation, and anti-discrimination policies. Available from the Utah Labor Commission website.

All Utah employers with employees must carry workers' compensation insurance. Sole proprietors without employees are exempt. Premiums are based on payroll and job classification codes.

Most plumbing activities do not trigger this rule. However, if a plumber installs systems that inject fluid underground (e.g., for drainage), they may be subject to UIC requirements. Utah is a delegated state, so compliance is through Utah Department of Environmental Quality.

There is no federal licensing requirement for plumbers. Licensing is regulated at the state level (Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing). Federal agencies do not issue plumbing licenses.

Requires accessible entrances, restrooms, and service counters if readily achievable. Does not apply to mobile-only plumbers who do not have a customer-facing office. Advertising and websites must also be accessible under Title III.

All Utah LLCs must file an annual report with the Utah Division of Corporations to remain in good standing. The report confirms current business information such as principal address, registered agent, and management structure.

Plumbing contractors must hold an active license from DOPL. Renewal requires completion of continuing education (see separate entry). The license is tied to the individual, but the business must ensure it is maintained.

Licensed plumbing contractors must complete 8 hours of board-approved continuing education every two years, including 2 hours of Utah-specific code updates. Certificates must be retained for audit.

Employers must file Form 941 (quarterly) and Form 940 (annually) to report federal payroll taxes. Even with no employees, the EIN remains active but no filings are due.

Employers must file Form TC-941 (Utah Withholding Return) quarterly and remit withheld state income taxes. New employers may be required to file monthly initially.

Most Utah cities and counties require a general business license. Renewal deadlines and fees vary. For example, Salt Lake City requires annual renewal by January 31. Check local city or county websites for specific requirements.

All businesses operating in Utah must register for a Business Privilege License (BPL), which is free and does not expire. However, businesses must file returns (e.g., sales tax) as required and update information within 20 days of any change.

Self-employed individuals (including LLC members) must make quarterly estimated tax payments for federal income and self-employment taxes using Form 1040-ES.

Owners of LLCs taxed as pass-through entities must make quarterly estimated payments using Form TC-721ES if they expect to owe $1,000 or more in Utah income tax.