It’s certainly not easy starting an HVAC business, but with the proper HVAC business plan in place and the appropriate licenses secured, users are ready to hit the ground running.
When the user identified which types of services they will offer while creating their HVAC business plan? Depending on the service offering, the user will need to be licensed in each area they plan to service- plumbing, electrical, air quality, cooling, etc. And, the user needs to be legally licensed to perform that work in any state user will be operating.
HVAC Business Requirements
1. Complete State Exam
Requirements vary from state to state, but users will more often than not need to complete their written state exam after applying to receive their HVAC business license.
This process includes:
- Completing the application.
- Obtaining any required signatures and notarizing them if necessary.
- Submitting all documents and fees, if any, to the Board’s office.
If the user application is approved, they will be able to schedule their exam. Upon completion of the exam, the user is notified if they passed. If so, the user can then submit a license activation form and fee, and receive their license!
2. HVAC Licensing
3 Types of HVAC Licenses
There are a few different types of HVAC licenses users can work towards receiving depending on the service offering
There are a few different types of HVAC licenses users can work towards receiving depending on their service offering and states have different requirements on where to start for each.
The most common are the apprentice, journeyperson, and finally the HVAC contractor.
- Apprentice
An HVAC apprentice program allows individuals to participate in on-the-job training to learn skills required to repair and install commercial HVAC equipment while maintaining a paid employment position.
Apprenticeships typically last 3-5 years, but that time can be shortened by completing additional educational courses that the user's employer or training program might offer.
- Journeyperson
An HVAC Journeyperson is a highly trained technician that is qualified for both installing and repairing HVAC systems.
Day-to-day duties likely include making repairs to a customer’s systems, installing new systems, and providing cost-effective options to all clients for their heating and cooling needs.
- Contractor
Ready to become an HVAC Contractor? Here in North Carolina, there are a few requirements before users can do that. If a user’s looking to be a licensed HVAC technician, they’ll need to complete 3,000 hours (18 months full-time equivalent) of training. To do this, the user will need to work under the supervision of an already licensed contractor.
There is no formal educational requirement to obtain a North Carolina HVAC license, but up to 2,000 hours of related academic or technical training may be counted towards half of the total requirement. Many good programs offer both online and in-person HVAC training in North Carolina, which can help prepare someone for a career in this field.
3. Software & Support
The day-to-day logistics of running an HVAC company can be challenging and time-consuming
Since the user has their business plan written out, their license secured, and everything is ready to go, they can open their HVAC business. The day-to-day logistics of running an HVAC company can be challenging and time-consuming.
Payzerware makes it easy to run user HVAC business by saving time in all aspects of their business by streamlining operations, improving collections, and helping users get to more jobs. The all-in-one field management software platform combines software and support to help users grow their businesses.
Partner With Payzer
Payzerware makes reporting more accessible than ever by assessing performance, productivity, and more.
It provides insight into different areas of user business, so they can stay on track while growing their HVAC company and reaching their goals.
