How to get a hvac contractor license in Virginia
Virginia 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
- Tradesmen Program | Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation ### A Message From The Board The Board for Contractors regulates individual tradesmen who engage in the trades of electrical; plumbing; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); gas …
- (Although the term "certified" is used, state certification of these trades is mandatory, not optional.) Individual t
- Board page: Tradesmen Program | Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Requirements overview
- Virginia 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 Virginia 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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