Oregon Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP) License

The Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP) License allows you to do the following work:

• Oregon Residential Specialty Code
• Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code
• OAR chapter 918, division 500
• Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards located in 24 CFR 3280 and 328
• Solar water heating system installation up to 180 gallons
• Plumbing work ​performed in:
  • One-family dwellings
  • Two-family dwellings
  • Townhouses
  • Manufactured dwelling parks
  • Recreational parks
  • Organizational camps
  • Picnic parks

How to Get the Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP) License in Oregon?

There are two pathways through which a Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP) license can be obtained.

Training Pathway Instructions for Inspector Certifications in Oregon

1. Take and pass the course that corresponds to the Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP) license:
   • Residential Plumbing Inspector course
2. Meet the prerequisites for the corresponding course:
   • Hold a current Oregon Inspector Certification (OIC)

Examination Pathway Instructions for Inspector Certifications in Oregon

1. Complete the following certification form:
   • Residential Plumbing Inspector (CAP)
2. Fill out a certification experience verification form and sign an applicant’s affidavit
3. Choose an exam location
4. Schedule the exam; for more information on the test, refer to BCD's exam information document