Required Books
The references listed below are permitted to be taken into the examination. 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.
Add All Required Books to Cart ($491.90)
-
2021 International Fuel Gas Code addresses the design and installation of fuel gas systems and gas fired appliances…
-
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition by Althouse, Turnquist, and Bracciano. Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning is…
-
-
American Contractors Exam Services
Permanent Tabs for the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code
-
American Contractors Exam Services
Permanent Tabs for the Modern Refrigeration & Air Conditioning 22nd ed 3 pgs.
Additional Services
-
Ohio - Application Renewal fee
-
Ohio - Check made payable to the "Ohio Secretary of State"
-
Ohio - Check made payable to the "Treasurer- State of Ohio"
-
Ohio - Transfer fee of license from one name to another fee
-
New Application Processing Fee for Ohio HVAC License
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.
HVAC Contractors are those who are qualified to install, maintain, repair, fabricate, alter or extend central air conditioning, heating and ventilating, including ductwork within a complete system and all appurtenances, apparatus, piping vessels, ducts and insulation used in connection therewith.
Individuals wishing to become HVAC Contractors must be qualified to sit for the exam by being at least 18 years of age and a US citizen, having 5 years documentable experience in the classification desired or have been an engineer with 3 years of business experience in the construction industry, not have been convicted of or pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or of any felony and Pass the applicable examinations.
License Requirements
Pre-approval from the Ohio Construction Industry’s Examining Board is required. Candidates wishing to obtain a license must go through the qualification process.
All applications must have a BCI background check to sit for the state exam.
To qualify for licensure applicants must:
1) Be at least 18 years of age; 2) Be a US citizen; 3) Have 5 years documentable experience in the classification desired or have been an engineer with 3 years of business experience in the construction industry; 4) Not have been convicted of or pled guilty to a disqualifying offense as defined in Ohio S.B. 337; 5) Pass the applicable examinations; 6) Pay the applicable fees.
To qualify to sit for the exam applicants must:
1) Complete the exam application; 2) Verify employment dates with start and end month day and year to verify 5 years experience of working in that trade with no breaks in that 5-year history immediately prior to completing the application. Be specific in nature of duties & be sure to attach proof of being in the trade. (Examples would be local licenses held, permits obtained, signed contracts, invoices, or letter of recommendation.
Reciprocity
Ohio currenlty does not have reciprocity with any other state for the HVAC license.Continuing Education
All contractors holding an Ohio HVAC License must complete 10 hours of Continuing Education approved by the Board, unless the license is in escrow.The Exam
Applicants are required to pass the Business and Law Exam in addition to the HVAC Exam in order to obtain this license.
NOTE: If an individual wants to obtain more than one trade license, they must retake and pass the Business and Law Exam for each trade added to their license.
DETAILS: The exam is administered by PSI. It is an open-book timed test with 100 questions and a 4-hour time limit. A score of at lest 70% is required to pass. The exam fee is $69.00 per exam.
EXAM CONTENT: General Knowledge and Requirements; Warm Air Heating and Air Distribution; Ventilation and Exhaust Systems; Air Conditioning; Piping Systems; Equipment and Appliances; Testing and Inspections
How We Help You Prepare
American Contractors offers a one-day HVAC Contractor Seminar with the option of a Business Law seminar that guarantees that you will pass the Ohio HVAC Contractor license exam and the Ohio Business Law exam. American Contractors has been holding Seminars to help contractors pass their exam for over 22 years. Sign up today for the Ohio Exam Preparation Seminar!
To apply for a license, contact:
Construction Industry Examining Board
Post Office Box 4009
6606 Tussing Rd.
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
(614)644-3493
https://license.ohio.gov/
Applications must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the scheduled Board meeting.
Applications received after the deadline will be considered at the next monthly meeting.
HVAC Deadlines:
June 3, 2026 * August 5, 2026 * October 7, 2026 * December 2, 2026
Important Contacts
