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Water heater strapping in Utah
Utah Admin. Code R156-55a-301an(1)(v) lists seismic strapping for pipes, appliances and water heaters among activities that do not require a contractor license. (source: Utah Office of Administrative Rules)
Replacing or reconnecting a water heater involves the water supply and, for a gas heater, gas piping, which falls in the plumbing trade definition. (source: Utah State Legislature)
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Sources
- Utah Office of Administrative Rules: Utah Admin. Code R156-55a-301an, Activities Exempt from Licensing (checked October 30, 2026)
- Utah State Legislature: Utah Code Title 58, Chapter 55, Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act (full chapter, including 58-55-102 Definitions) (checked October 30, 2026)
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