In Michigan, irrigation work for hire must be performed by a Certified Irrigation Specialist.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only for commercial systems
• D. Not specified

Answer: (B)

In Michigan, you don’t have to be a Certified Irrigation Specialist to perform irrigation work for hire. Certification from a professional body is a voluntary credential that can enhance credibility, but it isn’t the legal requirement to install or service irrigation systems. What matters is meeting the state or local licensing and regulatory rules that govern contractors who perform such work. Depending on the project and location, you may need a general or specialized contractor license, and you must follow relevant codes, permits, and inspections. So the statement is not correct: certification isn’t universally required to do irrigation work for hire in Michigan.