Do I need a license to install sprinklers in Washington?
State license required
Yes. Washington requires a state license or certification for sprinklers, issued by Washington State Patrol – Fire Protection Bureau.
- Issuing agency
- Washington State Patrol – Fire Protection Bureau
- License / certification types
- Contractor Levels 1 (NFPA 13D), 2 (13D/13R up to 4 stories), 3 (13/13D/13R/24), U (underground), each needing a Certificate of Competency holder; fitter certification (trainee, residential, journey-level)
- NICET level
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- State exam
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Experience / hours
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Continuing education
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Renewal cycle
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Reciprocity
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Fees
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Notes
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
Source: official page · checked 2026-10-16
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