Texas General Pump Installer
Licensing Exam
PRACTICE QUESTIONS (2026
Edition)
SECTION 1: TEXAS LAW & REGULATIONS (Questions 1-20)
Q1. Under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1902, who is REQUIRED to hold a pump installer license?
A) A homeowner installing a pump on their own residential property
B) A person who installs, repairs, or replaces water well pumps for compensation
C) An employee of a municipal water utility working on city infrastructure
D) A plumber performing minor pump maintenance under a plumbing license
AnswerB
Rationale for B: Occupations Code §1902.002 requires licensing for any person who installs, repairs, or
replaces water well pumps for compensation in Texas .
Rationale for A: Homeowners are exempt when working on their own property without compensation
(§1902.003).
Rationale for C: Municipal employees working on public water systems may be exempt under specific
governmental provisions.
Rationale for D: Plumbing licenses do not authorize pump installer work; separate licensing is required.
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Q2. According to 16 TAC Chapter 76, what is the MINIMUM record retention period for pump
installation documents? A) 2 years
B) 3 years
C) 5 years
D) 10 years
AnswerC
Rationale for C: 16 TAC §76.35 requires licensees to maintain installation records, logs, and reports for
,at least 5 years from the date of service .
Rationale for A: 2 years is insufficient per administrative rules; fails to meet audit/compliance timelines.
Rationale for B: 3 years applies to some contractor licenses but not pump installer documentation.
Rationale for D: 10 years exceeds the requirement; while prudent for liability, it is not the regulatory
minimum.
Q3. Which entity administers the Texas General Pump Installer licensing examination? A) Texas
Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
B) Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
C) Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI)
D) Texas Groundwater Association (TGWA)
AnswerC
Rationale for C: TDLR contracts with PSI to develop, schedule, and administer the pump installer
licensing exams at testing centers statewide .
Rationale for A: TCEQ regulates water quality and well construction, not pump installer licensing exams.
Rationale for B: TDLR issues licenses and sets policy but does not directly administer the exam.
Rationale for D: TGWA is a professional association offering education, not exam administration.
Q4. What is the MINIMUM passing score for the Texas General Pump Installer exam? A) 65%
B) 70%
C) 75%
D) 80%
AnswerB
Rationale for B: TDLR requires a minimum scaled score of 70% to pass the General Pump Installer
examination .
Rationale for A: 65% is below the passing threshold; candidates scoring this must retake the exam.
Rationale for C: 75% is a common benchmark for other trades but not required for this license.
Rationale for D: 80% is not required; setting the bar this high would unnecessarily restrict licensure.
Q5. Under 16 TAC §76.31, when must a pump installer report a change of business address to TDLR?
A) Within 10 days
B) Within 30 days
C) Within 60 days
D) At the time of license renewal only
AnswerB
Rationale for B: Administrative rules require licensees to notify TDLR of address changes within 30 days
to maintain accurate records and service of process .
Rationale for A: 10 days is too short and not specified in the rule; may cause unnecessary compliance
burden.
,Rationale for C: 60 days exceeds the requirement; delays could impair regulatory communication.
Rationale for D: Waiting until renewal violates the timely notification requirement.
Q6. Which of the following activities is EXEMPT from pump installer licensing under Texas law? A)
Installing a submersible pump in a residential irrigation well for pay
B) Repairing a commercial well pump as an independent contractor
C) A farmer repairing a pump on their own agricultural property
D) Replacing a pump controller for a homeowner under contract
AnswerC
Rationale for C: Occupations Code §1902.003 exempts owners working on their own property, including
agricultural land, when not offering services for compensation.
Rationale for A: Installing for compensation requires a license regardless of well type.
Rationale for B: Commercial repair work for pay always requires licensure.
Rationale for D: Contract work for others, even minor, requires a valid license.
Q7. What is the PRIMARY purpose of the Texas Pump Installer Law (Occupations Code Chapter 1902)?
A) To generate revenue for state licensing programs
B) To protect public health, safety, and welfare through qualified practitioners
C) To limit competition among pump installation businesses
D) To standardize pump equipment manufacturers' warranties
AnswerB
Rationale for B: The statutory intent (§1902.001) is to safeguard the public by ensuring pump installers
meet competency standards for safe water system operation.
Rationale for A: Revenue is a byproduct, not the legislative purpose; licensing fees fund regulation, not
profit.
Rationale for C: Licensing promotes fair competition based on qualifications, not restriction.
Rationale for D: Equipment warranties are governed by manufacturers and commercial law, not
installer licensing.
Q8. According to TDLR rules, how long is a General Pump Installer license valid before renewal is
required? A) 1 year
B) 2 years
C) 3 years
D) 5 years
AnswerB
Rationale for B: TDLR issues pump installer licenses with a 2-year renewal cycle, consistent with most
occupational licenses under its jurisdiction .
Rationale for A: 1-year terms apply to some temporary permits, not standard occupational licenses.
, Rationale for C: 3 years is used for some professional licenses (e.g., engineers) but not pump installers.
Rationale for D: 5 years exceeds TDLR's standard renewal period and is not authorized by rule.
Q9. Which document MUST be provided to the customer upon completion of a pump installation? A)
A copy of the installer's liability insurance policy
B) A detailed invoice with equipment model numbers and warranty information
C) The original well driller's log
D) A TDLR-issued certificate of completion
AnswerB
Rationale for B: 16 TAC §76.34 requires installers to provide customers with itemized documentation
including equipment details, work performed, and warranty terms.
Rationale for A: Insurance proof may be requested but is not mandated for customer delivery post-
installation.
Rationale for C: Well logs are maintained by the driller and filed with TCEQ; not the installer's
responsibility to provide.
Rationale for D: TDLR does not issue certificates of completion for individual jobs; license verification is
public online.
Q10. What is the consequence of performing pump installation work with an EXPIRED license? A) A
warning letter only for first offense
B) Administrative penalty up to $5,000 per violation
C) Automatic criminal misdemeanor charges
D) Suspension of the right to apply for renewal
AnswerB
Rationale for B: Occupations Code §51.351 authorizes TDLR to assess administrative penalties up to
$5,000 per violation for unlicensed or expired-license activity .
Rationale for A: Warnings may occur, but penalties are authorized and commonly assessed for
unlicensed work.
Rationale for C: Criminal charges require willful fraud or endangerment; not automatic for expiration.
Rationale for D: Expiration does not bar renewal; late fees apply, but eligibility remains if requirements
are met.
Q11. Which of the following is a requirement to QUALIFY for the General Pump Installer exam? A)
Hold a Journeyman Electrician license
B) Complete 4,000 hours of supervised pump installation experience
C) Submit a completed application and fee to TDLR for approval
D) Pass a TCEQ well construction exam first
AnswerC
Rationale for C: TDLR requires submission of a complete application, fee, and eligibility documentation
Licensing Exam
PRACTICE QUESTIONS (2026
Edition)
SECTION 1: TEXAS LAW & REGULATIONS (Questions 1-20)
Q1. Under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1902, who is REQUIRED to hold a pump installer license?
A) A homeowner installing a pump on their own residential property
B) A person who installs, repairs, or replaces water well pumps for compensation
C) An employee of a municipal water utility working on city infrastructure
D) A plumber performing minor pump maintenance under a plumbing license
AnswerB
Rationale for B: Occupations Code §1902.002 requires licensing for any person who installs, repairs, or
replaces water well pumps for compensation in Texas .
Rationale for A: Homeowners are exempt when working on their own property without compensation
(§1902.003).
Rationale for C: Municipal employees working on public water systems may be exempt under specific
governmental provisions.
Rationale for D: Plumbing licenses do not authorize pump installer work; separate licensing is required.
]
Q2. According to 16 TAC Chapter 76, what is the MINIMUM record retention period for pump
installation documents? A) 2 years
B) 3 years
C) 5 years
D) 10 years
AnswerC
Rationale for C: 16 TAC §76.35 requires licensees to maintain installation records, logs, and reports for
,at least 5 years from the date of service .
Rationale for A: 2 years is insufficient per administrative rules; fails to meet audit/compliance timelines.
Rationale for B: 3 years applies to some contractor licenses but not pump installer documentation.
Rationale for D: 10 years exceeds the requirement; while prudent for liability, it is not the regulatory
minimum.
Q3. Which entity administers the Texas General Pump Installer licensing examination? A) Texas
Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ)
B) Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
C) Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI)
D) Texas Groundwater Association (TGWA)
AnswerC
Rationale for C: TDLR contracts with PSI to develop, schedule, and administer the pump installer
licensing exams at testing centers statewide .
Rationale for A: TCEQ regulates water quality and well construction, not pump installer licensing exams.
Rationale for B: TDLR issues licenses and sets policy but does not directly administer the exam.
Rationale for D: TGWA is a professional association offering education, not exam administration.
Q4. What is the MINIMUM passing score for the Texas General Pump Installer exam? A) 65%
B) 70%
C) 75%
D) 80%
AnswerB
Rationale for B: TDLR requires a minimum scaled score of 70% to pass the General Pump Installer
examination .
Rationale for A: 65% is below the passing threshold; candidates scoring this must retake the exam.
Rationale for C: 75% is a common benchmark for other trades but not required for this license.
Rationale for D: 80% is not required; setting the bar this high would unnecessarily restrict licensure.
Q5. Under 16 TAC §76.31, when must a pump installer report a change of business address to TDLR?
A) Within 10 days
B) Within 30 days
C) Within 60 days
D) At the time of license renewal only
AnswerB
Rationale for B: Administrative rules require licensees to notify TDLR of address changes within 30 days
to maintain accurate records and service of process .
Rationale for A: 10 days is too short and not specified in the rule; may cause unnecessary compliance
burden.
,Rationale for C: 60 days exceeds the requirement; delays could impair regulatory communication.
Rationale for D: Waiting until renewal violates the timely notification requirement.
Q6. Which of the following activities is EXEMPT from pump installer licensing under Texas law? A)
Installing a submersible pump in a residential irrigation well for pay
B) Repairing a commercial well pump as an independent contractor
C) A farmer repairing a pump on their own agricultural property
D) Replacing a pump controller for a homeowner under contract
AnswerC
Rationale for C: Occupations Code §1902.003 exempts owners working on their own property, including
agricultural land, when not offering services for compensation.
Rationale for A: Installing for compensation requires a license regardless of well type.
Rationale for B: Commercial repair work for pay always requires licensure.
Rationale for D: Contract work for others, even minor, requires a valid license.
Q7. What is the PRIMARY purpose of the Texas Pump Installer Law (Occupations Code Chapter 1902)?
A) To generate revenue for state licensing programs
B) To protect public health, safety, and welfare through qualified practitioners
C) To limit competition among pump installation businesses
D) To standardize pump equipment manufacturers' warranties
AnswerB
Rationale for B: The statutory intent (§1902.001) is to safeguard the public by ensuring pump installers
meet competency standards for safe water system operation.
Rationale for A: Revenue is a byproduct, not the legislative purpose; licensing fees fund regulation, not
profit.
Rationale for C: Licensing promotes fair competition based on qualifications, not restriction.
Rationale for D: Equipment warranties are governed by manufacturers and commercial law, not
installer licensing.
Q8. According to TDLR rules, how long is a General Pump Installer license valid before renewal is
required? A) 1 year
B) 2 years
C) 3 years
D) 5 years
AnswerB
Rationale for B: TDLR issues pump installer licenses with a 2-year renewal cycle, consistent with most
occupational licenses under its jurisdiction .
Rationale for A: 1-year terms apply to some temporary permits, not standard occupational licenses.
, Rationale for C: 3 years is used for some professional licenses (e.g., engineers) but not pump installers.
Rationale for D: 5 years exceeds TDLR's standard renewal period and is not authorized by rule.
Q9. Which document MUST be provided to the customer upon completion of a pump installation? A)
A copy of the installer's liability insurance policy
B) A detailed invoice with equipment model numbers and warranty information
C) The original well driller's log
D) A TDLR-issued certificate of completion
AnswerB
Rationale for B: 16 TAC §76.34 requires installers to provide customers with itemized documentation
including equipment details, work performed, and warranty terms.
Rationale for A: Insurance proof may be requested but is not mandated for customer delivery post-
installation.
Rationale for C: Well logs are maintained by the driller and filed with TCEQ; not the installer's
responsibility to provide.
Rationale for D: TDLR does not issue certificates of completion for individual jobs; license verification is
public online.
Q10. What is the consequence of performing pump installation work with an EXPIRED license? A) A
warning letter only for first offense
B) Administrative penalty up to $5,000 per violation
C) Automatic criminal misdemeanor charges
D) Suspension of the right to apply for renewal
AnswerB
Rationale for B: Occupations Code §51.351 authorizes TDLR to assess administrative penalties up to
$5,000 per violation for unlicensed or expired-license activity .
Rationale for A: Warnings may occur, but penalties are authorized and commonly assessed for
unlicensed work.
Rationale for C: Criminal charges require willful fraud or endangerment; not automatic for expiration.
Rationale for D: Expiration does not bar renewal; late fees apply, but eligibility remains if requirements
are met.
Q11. Which of the following is a requirement to QUALIFY for the General Pump Installer exam? A)
Hold a Journeyman Electrician license
B) Complete 4,000 hours of supervised pump installation experience
C) Submit a completed application and fee to TDLR for approval
D) Pass a TCEQ well construction exam first
AnswerC
Rationale for C: TDLR requires submission of a complete application, fee, and eligibility documentation
