West Virginia / Fire Sprinkler
Do I need a license to install sprinklers in West Virginia?
State license required
Yes. West Virginia requires a state license or certification for sprinklers, issued by West Virginia State Fire Marshal. NICET: Layout Technician: NICET Level III.
- Issuing agency
- West Virginia State Fire Marshal
- License / certification types
- Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter; Fire Protection Layout Technician (sprinkler)
- NICET level
- Layout Technician: NICET Level III
- State exam
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Experience / hours
- Journeyman: 2,000 hours sprinkler work experience
- 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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