How to get a hvac technician license in Tennessee
Tennessee hvac technician licensing covers hours, prerequisites, exam path, fees, and renewal. Confirm current rules on the board source before you apply.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- HVAC Projects Less Than $25,000 – Customer Service Center # HVAC Projects Less Than $25,000 Last Updated - August 24, 2026 19:39 Most projects with a cost of less than $25,000 are regulated at the local level.
- It would be best to contact the county or city where the work will be performed.
- Local government, those listed as exempt jurisdictions with the Fire Marshal’s office, issue their own mechanical HVAC license or journeyman license.
- In municipalities where the Fire Marshal’s electrical
- Board page: HVAC Projects Less Than $25,000 – Customer Service Center
Requirements overview
- Tennessee sets experience, education, and exam rules for hvac technician applicants
- Documented OJT or apprenticeship hours are common for journeyman / technician paths
- Master and contractor tracks usually add experience, exams, and firm paperwork
- Confirm current hour totals, affidavits, and fees on the state board before you apply
Exam
- See the Tennessee hvac exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
- LicenseFlo helps with paperwork and reminders — we do not sit the exam
Renewals
- Most credentials renew on a fixed cycle with mandatory CE or training
- Roster watch → intake → assemble → sign → submit
Related: Exam · Renewal and CE
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