How to get a hvac contractor license in Texas
Texas hvac contractor 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
- Apply for an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License For more information about Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors, contact customer service.
- Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors PO Box 12157 Austin, TX 78711 (800) 803-9202 [in state only] (512) 463-6599 Relay Texas-TDD: (800) 735-2989 ## On this page: - Experience Requirements - Application and Fee - Exam R…
- Board page: Apply for an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License
Requirements overview
- Texas sets experience, education, and exam rules for hvac contractor 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 Texas hvac exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
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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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