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Massachusetts HVAC Contractor License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your hvac contractor license in Massachusetts. Last updated 2025-01-01. Source

State License
Required
Application Fee
$150
Bond Required
$5,000 surety bond
License Details
License Name HVAC Contractor License
Issuing Authority Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation
Exam Required Yes
Exam Type Sheet Metal / HVAC Exam
Bond Amount $5,000 surety bond
GL Insurance $500,000 GL per occurrence
Workers Comp Required if employees
Initial Fee $150
Renewal Fee $75
Renewal Period Biennial
CE Required yes
CE Hours 8
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required 4
Financial Requirement None
Note: EPA 608 required federally for refrigerant handling. Massachusetts requires HVAC contractors to be licensed as sheet metal workers or refrigeration technicians. 4 years experience + exam. EPA 608 mandatory. $5,000 bond. 8 CE hours per biennial renewal.

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