Required Books

The references listed below can be used during the exam and are used in our preparation seminar. These references may be tabbed (with permanent index tabs) and highlighted. They are available for purchase from our online contractor’s bookstore or by calling our office at 1-800-992-1910.

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2021 International Mechanical Code, soft-cover

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2021 IMC establishes minimum regulations for mechanical systems using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. The IMC was developed with…

$111.25
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Manual J -8th Ed. Residential Load Calculation

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Manual J® is the industry standard residential load calculation method, required by most building codes around the country.…

$179.00
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Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd

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Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition by Althouse, Turnquist, and Bracciano. Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning is…

$219.00
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Permanent Tabs for the 2021 International Mechanical Code

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Permanent Tabs for the 2021 International Mechanical Code

$19.95
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Additional Services

Va - raised prices for CLass A

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VA raised fees for CLass A (the price used to be $265.00 the state board raised price to…

$120.00
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VA- INC - NON STOCK Corporation state fee

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VA- INC - NON STOCK Corporation state fee -( $50.00 charter/entrance fee + $25.00 filing fee)br>

$75.00
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VA- INC - Stock Corporation state fee

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Virginia state fee for INC stock corporation- fee includes $50.00 per 25,000 shares or fraction thereof plus $25.00…

$75.00
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VA- INC company set up fee

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Virginia - INC company set up fee br>

$200.00
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VA- LLC company set up fees

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Virginia - LLC company set up fee br>

$200.00
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Virginia - Check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia" for "CLASS A LICENSE"

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Virginia - Check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia" for "CLASS A LICENSE"

$385.00
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Virginia - Check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia" for "CLASS B LICENSE"

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Virginia - Check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia" for "CLASS B LICENSE"

$370.00
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Virginia - Check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia" for "CLASS C LICENSE"

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Virginia - Check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia" for "CLASS C LICENSE"

$235.00
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Virginia - Check payable to the "Treasurer of Virginia" for the organization of an LLC

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Virginia - Check payable to the "Treasurer of Virginia" for the organization of an LLC

$100.00
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Virginia Application Processing

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New Application Processing Fee for Virginia License

$299.00
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Confirm This Is the Right License for Your Work

Every state licensing board defines the exact project types, sizes, and trades that fall under each contractor classification. Review the scope below to make sure this license matches the work you actually do — then enroll in the seminar that prepares you for that exam the first time.

A Residential HVAC tradesman means a person who possesses the necessary ability, proficiency, and qualifications to perform HVAC work utilizing a working knowledge sufficient to comply with the pertinent provisions of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code applicable to dwellings and townhouses, as those terms are defined in the Virginia Residential Code, or structures annexed to those dwellings or townhouses. It does not include commercial, industrial, institutional, or government-use structures outside of dwellings and townhouses.

License Requirements

NOTICE: Effective February 1, 2008, all individuals applying for a tradesman’s license or individual certification must submit an application directly to the Board for Contractors (the Board) BEFORE taking any required examination. The examination vendor, PSI, will no longer permit you to sit for the exam unless you have received prior approval from the Board.

The Board will review the application and, if it determines an applicant is eligible to sit for the examination, notification will be sent to the applicant via regular mail with instructions concerning how to register with PSI and schedule the examination.

Once an applicant passes the examination, PSI will notify the Board and the license will be sent to the individual’s address of record.

Residential HVAC candidates must meet one of the following:

Two yrs practical experience in the trade and 160 hours of formal vocational training in the trade OR

Three yrs practical experience in the trade and 120 hours of formal vocational training in the trade OR

Four yrs practical experience in the trade and 80 hours of formal vocational training in the trade OR

Five yrs practical experience in the trade and 40 hours of formal vocational training in the trade OR

Six yrs practical experience in the trade OR

Be currently certified as a Residential Tradesman in the trade by a governing body outside of VA

Reciprocity

Virginia does not have reciprocity for this classification.

Continuing Education

You must complete at least 3 hours of continuing education from a provider that has been approved by the Board. This must be done before you can renew your license.

The Exam

Testing is administered by PSI.

The Residential HVAC tradesman exam is open-book, 55 questions with 120 minutes to complete and 70% is required to pass (39 correct)

The cost of the exam is $100.00

Exam subject areas include: des: Warm Air Heating, Ventilation Systems, Air Conditioning Systems, Chimneys, Flues and Vents, Hot Water Heaters and Hot Water Piping, Combustion Air, Low Voltage, Fuel Oil Piping and Storage, Insulation, Refrigerants, Refrigerant Piping, Chilled and Condenser Water Piping and Firestopping/Penetration Inspection.

The Statutory/Regulatory questions are now included in the Tradesman exam and content includes: Standards of Practice, Standards of Conduct, Renewal and Reinstatement, Definitions, Qualification for Licensure and Revocation of Licensure.

How We Help You Prepare

American Contractors has a 1-day seminar to prepare for the Virginia Residential HVAC tradesman exam. Our Seminar is designed to be 8-hours of instruction.

To apply for a license, contact:

Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation

9960 Mayland Drive Suite 400

Richmond, Virginia 23233

(804)367-8511

Important Contacts

To apply for a license, contact:

Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
9960 Mayland Drive
Suite 400
Richmond, Virginia 23233
(804)367-8511

http://www.dpor.virginia.gov/

Virginia exams are given by:

PSI Licensure: Certification
ATTN: Exam Registration
Daniel Building
3805 Cutshaw Ave., Suite 310
Richmond, VA 23230
(800) 733-9267

www.psiexams.com

For Tradesman Testing Approval, completed applications should be sent to:
Board for Contractors
9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400
Richmond, VA 23233

For more information, visit the website:

www.dpor.virginia.gov/dporweb/tra_main.cfm

Full Seminar Schedule

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Date	Location	Format	Location Info	Price
Jul 10, 2026	Richmond,VA	In-Person	View details ACES Richmond Office 13803 Village Mill Dr Suite 102 Midlothian, VA 23114 800-992-1910 8:00 am to 2:00 pm This is a 1 day course	$445.00
Sep 11, 2026	Richmond,VA	In-Person	View details ACES Richmond Office 13803 Village Mill Dr Suite 102 Midlothian, VA 23114 800-992-1910 8:00 am to 2:00 pm This is a 1 day course	$445.00
Nov 9, 2026	Richmond,VA	In-Person	View details ACES Richmond Office 13803 Village Mill Dr Suite 102 Midlothian, VA 23114 800-992-1910 8:00 am to 2:00 pm This is a 1 day course	$445.00

What Past Attendees Say

This two day course was the missing link I needed to pass the general contractors exam.

Jason C.

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With the help of their exam prep seminar I passed the licensing exam on the first try!

Jim C.

I have taken classes here and they are worth it! All their instructors were very knowledgeable and helpful.

Amy G.

Virginia Residential HVAC

What Is Included in Your Seminar

Required Books

2021 International Mechanical Code, soft-cover

Manual J -8th Ed. Residential Load Calculation

Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd

Permanent Tabs for the 2021 International Mechanical Code

Additional Services

Va - raised prices for CLass A

VA- INC - NON STOCK Corporation state fee

VA- INC - Stock Corporation state fee

VA- INC company set up fee

VA- LLC company set up fees

Virginia - Check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia" for "CLASS A LICENSE"

Virginia - Check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia" for "CLASS B LICENSE"

Virginia - Check payable to "Treasurer of Virginia" for "CLASS C LICENSE"

Virginia - Check payable to the "Treasurer of Virginia" for the organization of an LLC

Virginia Application Processing