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North Carolina HVAC Contractor License Requirements [2026]

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

State License
Required
Application Fee
$75
Bond Required
$5,000 surety bond
License Details
License Name HVAC Contractor License
Issuing Authority North Carolina Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors
Exam Required Yes
Exam Type Heating Contractor Exam
Bond Amount $5,000 surety bond
GL Insurance $500,000 GL per occurrence
Workers Comp Required if employees
Initial Fee $75
Renewal Fee $75
Renewal Period Annual
CE Required yes
CE Hours 4
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required 5
Financial Requirement None
Note: EPA 608 required federally for refrigerant handling. North Carolina requires an HVAC Contractor License from the State Board. Unlimited or Limited classification. 5 years experience + exam. EPA 608 mandatory. $5,000 bond. 4 CE hours per biennial renewal.

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