Required Books
The associated references listed below are permitted to be taken into the examination. These references may be tabbed (with permanent index tabs) and highlighted.
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2020 National Electrical Code, softcover, Highlighted and Tabbed in house for faster, more effective reference.
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2021 IMC establishes minimum regulations for mechanical systems using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. The IMC was developed with…
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This comprehensive code comprises all building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas and electrical requirements for one- and two-family dwellings…
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Business and Law
NASCLA
Basic Business & Project Management for Contractors- NASCLA 14th edition Basic, Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project…
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American Contractors Exam Services
Laws, Rules and Regulations of the State of Alabama, 2012 .pdf http://www.hacr.alabama.gov/
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Occupational Safety & Health Standards for the Construction Industry (OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry), Published by American…
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American Contractors Exam Services
Permanent Tabs for the 2021 International Plumbing Code
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NASCLA
American Contractors Exam Services has put together a package of permanent Tabs for the NASCLA Contractor's Guide to…
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Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, 2021, 9th Edition (Special Order) Develop the knowledge and skills you need to maintain…
Additional Services
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Alabama Application Processing for Homebuilders License
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New Application Processing Fee for the Alabama General Contractor Application
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Any and all legal entities engaged in the business of refrigeration contracting and servicing, installation and repair.
The use of mechanical or absorption equipment to control temperature, humidity, or both, in order to satisfy the intended use of a specific space, other than for human comfort.
License Requirements
Pre-approval from the state is required to sit for the examination.
An applicant for the refrigeration license must have held an apprentice registration for two or more calendar years; or has completed 3,000 hours of coursework or experience; or is a graduate of an approved refrigeration curriculum.
All applicants are required to obtain a $15,000 performance bond.
Passing the Business Law exam is required only if doing work over $50,000 per job.
Applications must be received 10 business days before the Board meeting date
Reciprocity
The state of Alabama may have reciprocity with Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee for Refrigeration, in addition to HAC. Please check with the board for specifications.
Continuing Education
All certified contractors shall be required to complete four (4) credit hours of continuing education every year.
The Exam
The Alabama Refrigeration Exam has 115 questions and a time limit of 4 hours.
Topics on the exam include General Knowledge 19, Piping 17, Systems & Sizing 18, Maintenance/Troubleshooting 17, Plan Reading 2, Electrical Applications for Refrigeration Systems 10, Business Organization 1, Risk Management 2, Project Management 2, Estimating 4, Safety and Environmental 2, Labor Laws 3, Payroll and Employment Taxes 4, Financial Management 4, Contracts 3, Lien Laws 2, and Licensing Laws 5
To schedule your exam, you must first obtain pre-approval from the board. Then, contact Prov at 866-720-7768.
How We Help You Prepare
American Contractors does not currently prepare for the Alabama Refrigeration exam. American Contractors does carry the approved reference materials for this exam. Please contact Customer Service for more information.
To apply, contact the state of Alabama at 1-334-241-0840. The licensing/exam fee is $150.
Applications are process as they are received so waiting time should be less than 2 weeks.
To apply for a HVAC license, contact:
Board of Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors
8 Commerce St. Ste 200
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334)241-0840 Phone
(334) 265-0570
http://www.hacr.alabama.gov/
For Testing Questions:
Prov Inc.
13614 Progress Blvd.
Alachua, FL 32615
(866) 720-7768
http://www.provexam.com/
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