How to get a HVAC license in Georgia
The full Georgia hvac licensing path — experience hours, required exam, fees, and where to apply. Verified 6/12/2026.
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Prep for the Georgia HVAC exam
HVAC 101 — Start Here (Free) — self-paced lessons, practice exam, certificate of completion.
Georgia Conditioned Air Contractor (Class I limited / Class II unrestricted)
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a hvac license in Georgia?
You need class i: 2 yrs (4,000 hrs) experience (under 175k btu heating / 60k btu cooling). class ii: 4 yrs (8,000 hrs), unlimited.. Then pass the Georgia Conditioned Air Contractor Exam (Mechanical Code + business) administered by PSI Services. Applications go through the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board — Conditioned Air Division.
What exam do I need to pass?
Georgia Conditioned Air Contractor Exam (Mechanical Code + business) — administered by PSI Services.
How much experience do I need?
Class I: 2 yrs (4,000 hrs) experience (under 175k BTU heating / 60k BTU cooling). Class II: 4 yrs (8,000 hrs), unlimited.
What about fees, insurance, and continuing education?
GA single statewide license for HVAC contractors. $30 application + $75/2yrs renewal. Liability + workers comp required. EPA 608 federally required. Reciprocity with LA, SC, TN.
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