Every individual performing HVAC work in West Virginia, regardless of the job value or affiliation with a contractor, must hold an HVAC Technician Certification from the West Virginia Division of Labor. There are classifications for HVAC Technician and HVAC Residential Technician.
HVAC Contractor License (for projects over $5,000 residential or $25,000 commercial): Entities bidding on and undertaking HVAC projects exceeding these values require a Contractor License with an HVAC classification from the West Virginia Division of Labor Contractor Licensing Board. This license is held by the business.
Experience (for HVAC Technician Certification): A minimum of 2,000 hours of experience and/or training working on HVAC systems.
Experience (for HVAC Contractor License): While the contractor license doesn't have a specific hour requirement, it often necessitates having licensed HVAC Technicians (with the 2,000-hour experience) as qualifiers.
Examination (for HVAC Technician Certification): Pass the relevant HVAC Technician examination administered by ProV. The exam has 80 questions with a 3-hour time limit, and a passing score of 70% is required. Topics include general knowledge, load calculations, code requirements, controls, ducting, insulation, piping, safety (OSHA), and equipment. A separate Business and Law exam (50 questions, 3 hours, 70% passing) is also required for the Contractor License.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Business Registration (for HVAC Contractor License): Register your business with the West Virginia State Tax Department and the West Virginia Secretary of State (if applicable business structure).
Insurance (for HVAC Contractor License): Provide proof of General Liability Insurance, Workers' Compensation Insurance (if you have employees), and Unemployment Compensation.
Wage Bond (for HVAC Contractor License): A wage bond affidavit is required if performing commercial construction with employees.
Obtain HVAC Technician Certification(s):
Meet the 2,000-hour experience/training requirement.
Submit a completed, signed, and notarized HVAC Technician License Application to the West Virginia Division of Labor.
Schedule and pass the HVAC Technician examination through ProV.
Pay the initial certification fee ($75 for Technician, $60 for Residential Technician).
For the HVAC Contractor License (if required):
Ensure you have licensed HVAC Technicians (including yourself, if applicable) who meet the certification requirements.
Register your business with the West Virginia State Tax Department and the Secretary of State (if applicable).
Obtain the required insurance (General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Unemployment Compensation).
Complete a wage bond affidavit (if performing commercial work with employees).
Pass the West Virginia Business and Law exam through ProV.
Submit a completed, signed, and notarized Contractor License application with the appropriate classification to the West Virginia Division of Labor Contractor Licensing Board, along with all required documentation and the licensing fee ($90).
HVAC Technician in Training: A temporary license is available for individuals gaining experience.
License Renewal: HVAC Technician Certifications and Contractor Licenses must be renewed annually.
Continuing Education: Currently, West Virginia does not require continuing education for HVAC Technician certification renewal. Check with the Contractor Licensing Board for any potential requirements for the Contractor License.
Reciprocity: West Virginia currently does not have reciprocity agreements for HVAC licenses with other states.
Local Requirements: Always check with local city and county authorities for any additional licensing or permitting requirements.
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Every individual performing HVAC work in West Virginia, regardless of the job value or affiliation with a contractor, must hold an HVAC Technician Certification from the West Virginia Division of Labor. There are classifications for HVAC Technician and HVAC Residential Technician.
Every individual performing HVAC work in West Virginia, regardless of the job value or affiliation with a contractor, must hold an HVAC Technician Certification from the West Virginia Division of Labor. There are classifications for HVAC Technician and HVAC Residential Technician.
HVAC Contractor License (for projects over $5,000 residential or $25,000 commercial): Entities bidding on and undertaking HVAC projects exceeding these values require a Contractor License with an HVAC classification from the West Virginia Division of Labor Contractor Licensing Board. This license is held by the business.
Experience (for HVAC Technician Certification): A minimum of 2,000 hours of experience and/or training working on HVAC systems.
Experience (for HVAC Contractor License): While the contractor license doesn't have a specific hour requirement, it often necessitates having licensed HVAC Technicians (with the 2,000-hour experience) as qualifiers.
Examination (for HVAC Technician Certification): Pass the relevant HVAC Technician examination administered by ProV. The exam has 80 questions with a 3-hour time limit, and a passing score of 70% is required. Topics include general knowledge, load calculations, code requirements, controls, ducting, insulation, piping, safety (OSHA), and equipment. A separate Business and Law exam (50 questions, 3 hours, 70% passing) is also required for the Contractor License.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Business Registration (for HVAC Contractor License): Register your business with the West Virginia State Tax Department and the West Virginia Secretary of State (if applicable business structure).
Insurance (for HVAC Contractor License): Provide proof of General Liability Insurance, Workers' Compensation Insurance (if you have employees), and Unemployment Compensation.
Wage Bond (for HVAC Contractor License): A wage bond affidavit is required if performing commercial construction with employees.
Obtain HVAC Technician Certification(s):
Meet the 2,000-hour experience/training requirement.
Submit a completed, signed, and notarized HVAC Technician License Application to the West Virginia Division of Labor.
Schedule and pass the HVAC Technician examination through ProV.
Pay the initial certification fee ($75 for Technician, $60 for Residential Technician).
For the HVAC Contractor License (if required):
Ensure you have licensed HVAC Technicians (including yourself, if applicable) who meet the certification requirements.
Register your business with the West Virginia State Tax Department and the Secretary of State (if applicable).
Obtain the required insurance (General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Unemployment Compensation).
Complete a wage bond affidavit (if performing commercial work with employees).
Pass the West Virginia Business and Law exam through ProV.
Submit a completed, signed, and notarized Contractor License application with the appropriate classification to the West Virginia Division of Labor Contractor Licensing Board, along with all required documentation and the licensing fee ($90).
HVAC Technician in Training: A temporary license is available for individuals gaining experience.
License Renewal: HVAC Technician Certifications and Contractor Licenses must be renewed annually.
Continuing Education: Currently, West Virginia does not require continuing education for HVAC Technician certification renewal. Check with the Contractor Licensing Board for any potential requirements for the Contractor License.
Reciprocity: West Virginia currently does not have reciprocity agreements for HVAC licenses with other states.
Local Requirements: Always check with local city and county authorities for any additional licensing or permitting requirements.
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Every individual performing HVAC work in West Virginia, regardless of the job value or affiliation with a contractor, must hold an HVAC Technician Certification from the West Virginia Division of Labor. There are classifications for HVAC Technician and HVAC Residential Technician.
Every individual performing HVAC work in West Virginia, regardless of the job value or affiliation with a contractor, must hold an HVAC Technician Certification from the West Virginia Division of Labor. There are classifications for HVAC Technician and HVAC Residential Technician.
HVAC Contractor License (for projects over $5,000 residential or $25,000 commercial): Entities bidding on and undertaking HVAC projects exceeding these values require a Contractor License with an HVAC classification from the West Virginia Division of Labor Contractor Licensing Board. This license is held by the business.
Experience (for HVAC Technician Certification): A minimum of 2,000 hours of experience and/or training working on HVAC systems.
Experience (for HVAC Contractor License): While the contractor license doesn't have a specific hour requirement, it often necessitates having licensed HVAC Technicians (with the 2,000-hour experience) as qualifiers.
Examination (for HVAC Technician Certification): Pass the relevant HVAC Technician examination administered by ProV. The exam has 80 questions with a 3-hour time limit, and a passing score of 70% is required. Topics include general knowledge, load calculations, code requirements, controls, ducting, insulation, piping, safety (OSHA), and equipment. A separate Business and Law exam (50 questions, 3 hours, 70% passing) is also required for the Contractor License.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Business Registration (for HVAC Contractor License): Register your business with the West Virginia State Tax Department and the West Virginia Secretary of State (if applicable business structure).
Insurance (for HVAC Contractor License): Provide proof of General Liability Insurance, Workers' Compensation Insurance (if you have employees), and Unemployment Compensation.
Wage Bond (for HVAC Contractor License): A wage bond affidavit is required if performing commercial construction with employees.
Obtain HVAC Technician Certification(s):
Meet the 2,000-hour experience/training requirement.
Submit a completed, signed, and notarized HVAC Technician License Application to the West Virginia Division of Labor.
Schedule and pass the HVAC Technician examination through ProV.
Pay the initial certification fee ($75 for Technician, $60 for Residential Technician).
For the HVAC Contractor License (if required):
Ensure you have licensed HVAC Technicians (including yourself, if applicable) who meet the certification requirements.
Register your business with the West Virginia State Tax Department and the Secretary of State (if applicable).
Obtain the required insurance (General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Unemployment Compensation).
Complete a wage bond affidavit (if performing commercial work with employees).
Pass the West Virginia Business and Law exam through ProV.
Submit a completed, signed, and notarized Contractor License application with the appropriate classification to the West Virginia Division of Labor Contractor Licensing Board, along with all required documentation and the licensing fee ($90).
HVAC Technician in Training: A temporary license is available for individuals gaining experience.
License Renewal: HVAC Technician Certifications and Contractor Licenses must be renewed annually.
Continuing Education: Currently, West Virginia does not require continuing education for HVAC Technician certification renewal. Check with the Contractor Licensing Board for any potential requirements for the Contractor License.
Reciprocity: West Virginia currently does not have reciprocity agreements for HVAC licenses with other states.
Local Requirements: Always check with local city and county authorities for any additional licensing or permitting requirements.
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Every individual performing HVAC work in West Virginia, regardless of the job value or affiliation with a contractor, must hold an HVAC Technician Certification from the West Virginia Division of Labor. There are classifications for HVAC Technician and HVAC Residential Technician.
HVAC Contractor License (for projects over $5,000 residential or $25,000 commercial): Entities bidding on and undertaking HVAC projects exceeding these values require a Contractor License with an HVAC classification from the West Virginia Division of Labor Contractor Licensing Board. This license is held by the business.
Experience (for HVAC Technician Certification): A minimum of 2,000 hours of experience and/or training working on HVAC systems.
Experience (for HVAC Contractor License): While the contractor license doesn't have a specific hour requirement, it often necessitates having licensed HVAC Technicians (with the 2,000-hour experience) as qualifiers.
Examination (for HVAC Technician Certification): Pass the relevant HVAC Technician examination administered by ProV. The exam has 80 questions with a 3-hour time limit, and a passing score of 70% is required. Topics include general knowledge, load calculations, code requirements, controls, ducting, insulation, piping, safety (OSHA), and equipment. A separate Business and Law exam (50 questions, 3 hours, 70% passing) is also required for the Contractor License.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Business Registration (for HVAC Contractor License): Register your business with the West Virginia State Tax Department and the West Virginia Secretary of State (if applicable business structure).
Insurance (for HVAC Contractor License): Provide proof of General Liability Insurance, Workers' Compensation Insurance (if you have employees), and Unemployment Compensation.
Wage Bond (for HVAC Contractor License): A wage bond affidavit is required if performing commercial construction with employees.
Obtain HVAC Technician Certification(s):
Meet the 2,000-hour experience/training requirement.
Submit a completed, signed, and notarized HVAC Technician License Application to the West Virginia Division of Labor.
Schedule and pass the HVAC Technician examination through ProV.
Pay the initial certification fee ($75 for Technician, $60 for Residential Technician).
For the HVAC Contractor License (if required):
Ensure you have licensed HVAC Technicians (including yourself, if applicable) who meet the certification requirements.
Register your business with the West Virginia State Tax Department and the Secretary of State (if applicable).
Obtain the required insurance (General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Unemployment Compensation).
Complete a wage bond affidavit (if performing commercial work with employees).
Pass the West Virginia Business and Law exam through ProV.
Submit a completed, signed, and notarized Contractor License application with the appropriate classification to the West Virginia Division of Labor Contractor Licensing Board, along with all required documentation and the licensing fee ($90).
HVAC Technician in Training: A temporary license is available for individuals gaining experience.
License Renewal: HVAC Technician Certifications and Contractor Licenses must be renewed annually.
Continuing Education: Currently, West Virginia does not require continuing education for HVAC Technician certification renewal. Check with the Contractor Licensing Board for any potential requirements for the Contractor License.
Reciprocity: West Virginia currently does not have reciprocity agreements for HVAC licenses with other states.
Local Requirements: Always check with local city and county authorities for any additional licensing or permitting requirements.
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