What This API Does

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Kentucky Plumber License Verification

Verify master plumber, journeyman, and plumbing contractor licenses regulated by the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction — Plumbing. Returns license classification, active status, bond and insurance details, and any violations.

Who Uses This API in Kentucky

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General Contractors

Verify plumbing sub-contractor licenses for Kentucky projects. Ensure proper credentials before assigning plumbing work.

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Home Service Platforms

Validate plumber credentials in real-time for Kentucky service bookings. Build trust by showing verified license status to homeowners.

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Insurance Underwriters

Confirm plumbing contractor licensure in Kentucky before issuing liability policies. Monitor license expirations across your portfolio.

Kentucky Plumber Licensing Authority

Plumber Licenses

Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction — Plumbing

Governs Master Plumber, Journeyman Plumber, Plumbing Contractor licensure in Kentucky. Handles initial licensing, renewals, and disciplinary proceedings.

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API Endpoints

POST /plumber/verify

Verify a plumber license in Kentucky

curl -X POST https://license-verify-api-production.up.railway.app/plumber/verify \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-RapidAPI-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -d '{
    "name": "Robert Wilson",
    "state": "KY",
    "license_type": "Master Plumber"
  }'

POST /batch

Verify multiple plumber licenses at once

curl -X POST https://license-verify-api-production.up.railway.app/batch \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "X-RapidAPI-Key: YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -d '{
    "requests": [
      { "type": "plumber", "name": "Robert Wilson", "state": "KY", "license_type": "Master Plumber" },
      { "type": "plumber", "name": "Alice Brown", "state": "KY", "license_type": "Journeyman Plumber" }
    ]
  }'

Example Response

{
  "status": "found",
  "state": "KY",
  "license": {
    "name": "Robert Wilson",
    "license_number": "KY-PLMB-2024-XXXXX",
    "license_type": "Master Plumber",
    "status": "Active",
    "issue_date": "2020-06-15",
    "expiration_date": "2026-12-31",
    "board": "Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction — Plumbing",
    "disciplinary_actions": []
  }
}

Pricing

Free

$0

50 requests/day

Pro

$9.99

1,000 requests/mo

Ultra

$29.99

5,000 requests/mo

Mega

$99.99

25,000 requests/mo

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FAQ — Kentucky Plumber License Verification

Which Kentucky plumber license types can I verify?

Master Plumber, Journeyman Plumber, Apprentice, and Plumbing Contractor licenses regulated by the Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction — Plumbing.

Can I verify plumbing contractor bonds?

Yes — the API returns bond amount and surety details for Kentucky plumbing contractors where the state requires bonding.

Can I verify licenses across multiple states?

Yes. The same API works for all 50 states. Use the batch endpoint to verify Kentucky plumber licenses alongside any other state in a single request.

Is there a free tier?

Yes — 50 free requests per day. No credit card required. Sign up on RapidAPI to get your key instantly.

Plumber License Verification API
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