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In South Carolina, you need a license from the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR), Contractor's Licensing Board, to perform HVAC work exceeding $5,000 for commercial projects or $200 for residential projects. There are classifications for:
Mechanical Contractor (COM): For commercial projects.
Residential HVAC Specialty Contractor (RES): For residential projects only.
Experience:
Commercial: Minimum of two years of experience within the last five years in a supervisory role (journeyman, foreman, supervisor, or contractor) in the specific mechanical field you're applying for.
Residential: Minimum of one year of experience under a residential builder or HVAC contractor within the preceding five years.
Examination: You must pass two examinations administered by PSI Exams:
Trade Exam: Specific to either Commercial Mechanical or Residential HVAC.
Business Management and Law Exam: Covers legal and business practices for contractors in South Carolina.
A passing score is required on both exams.
Financial Responsibility: You must demonstrate financial stability by either submitting a financial statement or providing a surety bond (typically $10,000 for Residential, amount may vary for Commercial).
Insurance:
General Liability Insurance: Minimum coverage amounts may vary.
Workers' Compensation Insurance: Required if you have four or more employees.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Business Registration: Corporations, LLCs, and partnerships must register with the South Carolina Secretary of State. Sole proprietorships and general partnerships are not required to register.
Meet Basic Requirements: Ensure you meet the experience requirements for the license type you are seeking.
Obtain EPA Section 608 Certification: Pass the required EPA exam.
Prepare Financial Documentation: Prepare a financial statement or obtain the required surety bond.
Obtain Necessary Insurance: Secure the required general liability and workers' compensation insurance.
Register Your Business (if applicable): Register your business with the South Carolina Secretary of State.
Apply for Examination and Licensure: Submit the completed Contractor's License Application (Doc. 165 for Commercial, specific form for Residential) and all required documentation, including proof of experience, financial statement/bond, and business registration (if applicable), to the South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board. Pay the non-refundable application processing fee.
Schedule and Pass Examinations: Once your application is approved, you will receive instructions on how to schedule your Trade Exam and Business Management and Law Exam with PSI Exams and pay the exam fees.
Submit Additional Documentation (after passing exams): After passing both exams, you may need to submit your passing score reports, the original surety bond (if applicable), and the license fee.
Receive Your License: The South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board will issue your HVAC Contractor License.
Journeyman/Master Certifications (Municipal Association of SC): While not state-level licenses for independent contracting, the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC) offers Journeyman and Master Mechanical (HARV) certifications that may be required by some employers or for certain types of work under a licensed contractor. These also require exams and experience.
Continuing Education: Currently, there is no continuing education requirement for maintaining a Residential HVAC Specialty Contractor license in South Carolina. Requirements for Commercial licenses may vary; check with the board.
Reciprocity: South Carolina has reciprocity agreements with Alabama and North Carolina for Residential HVAC Specialty Contractors and with other states for certain Commercial Mechanical classifications. Check with the board for specific details.
Mechanical Administrator License: For commercial projects, a separate Mechanical Administrator license may be required in addition to the Mechanical Contractor license to perform the actual work in specific mechanical disciplines (HVAC, plumbing, etc.).
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In South Carolina, you need a license from the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR), Contractor's Licensing Board, to perform HVAC work exceeding $5,000 for commercial projects or $200 for residential projects. There are classifications for:
In South Carolina, you need a license from the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR), Contractor's Licensing Board, to perform HVAC work exceeding $5,000 for commercial projects or $200 for residential projects. There are classifications for:
Mechanical Contractor (COM): For commercial projects.
Residential HVAC Specialty Contractor (RES): For residential projects only.
Experience:
Commercial: Minimum of two years of experience within the last five years in a supervisory role (journeyman, foreman, supervisor, or contractor) in the specific mechanical field you're applying for.
Residential: Minimum of one year of experience under a residential builder or HVAC contractor within the preceding five years.
Examination: You must pass two examinations administered by PSI Exams:
Trade Exam: Specific to either Commercial Mechanical or Residential HVAC.
Business Management and Law Exam: Covers legal and business practices for contractors in South Carolina.
A passing score is required on both exams.
Financial Responsibility: You must demonstrate financial stability by either submitting a financial statement or providing a surety bond (typically $10,000 for Residential, amount may vary for Commercial).
Insurance:
General Liability Insurance: Minimum coverage amounts may vary.
Workers' Compensation Insurance: Required if you have four or more employees.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Business Registration: Corporations, LLCs, and partnerships must register with the South Carolina Secretary of State. Sole proprietorships and general partnerships are not required to register.
Meet Basic Requirements: Ensure you meet the experience requirements for the license type you are seeking.
Obtain EPA Section 608 Certification: Pass the required EPA exam.
Prepare Financial Documentation: Prepare a financial statement or obtain the required surety bond.
Obtain Necessary Insurance: Secure the required general liability and workers' compensation insurance.
Register Your Business (if applicable): Register your business with the South Carolina Secretary of State.
Apply for Examination and Licensure: Submit the completed Contractor's License Application (Doc. 165 for Commercial, specific form for Residential) and all required documentation, including proof of experience, financial statement/bond, and business registration (if applicable), to the South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board. Pay the non-refundable application processing fee.
Schedule and Pass Examinations: Once your application is approved, you will receive instructions on how to schedule your Trade Exam and Business Management and Law Exam with PSI Exams and pay the exam fees.
Submit Additional Documentation (after passing exams): After passing both exams, you may need to submit your passing score reports, the original surety bond (if applicable), and the license fee.
Receive Your License: The South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board will issue your HVAC Contractor License.
Journeyman/Master Certifications (Municipal Association of SC): While not state-level licenses for independent contracting, the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC) offers Journeyman and Master Mechanical (HARV) certifications that may be required by some employers or for certain types of work under a licensed contractor. These also require exams and experience.
Continuing Education: Currently, there is no continuing education requirement for maintaining a Residential HVAC Specialty Contractor license in South Carolina. Requirements for Commercial licenses may vary; check with the board.
Reciprocity: South Carolina has reciprocity agreements with Alabama and North Carolina for Residential HVAC Specialty Contractors and with other states for certain Commercial Mechanical classifications. Check with the board for specific details.
Mechanical Administrator License: For commercial projects, a separate Mechanical Administrator license may be required in addition to the Mechanical Contractor license to perform the actual work in specific mechanical disciplines (HVAC, plumbing, etc.).
This information has been referenced from the following site - 1
In South Carolina, you need a license from the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR), Contractor's Licensing Board, to perform HVAC work exceeding $5,000 for commercial projects or $200 for residential projects. There are classifications for:
In South Carolina, you need a license from the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR), Contractor's Licensing Board, to perform HVAC work exceeding $5,000 for commercial projects or $200 for residential projects. There are classifications for:
Mechanical Contractor (COM): For commercial projects.
Residential HVAC Specialty Contractor (RES): For residential projects only.
Experience:
Commercial: Minimum of two years of experience within the last five years in a supervisory role (journeyman, foreman, supervisor, or contractor) in the specific mechanical field you're applying for.
Residential: Minimum of one year of experience under a residential builder or HVAC contractor within the preceding five years.
Examination: You must pass two examinations administered by PSI Exams:
Trade Exam: Specific to either Commercial Mechanical or Residential HVAC.
Business Management and Law Exam: Covers legal and business practices for contractors in South Carolina.
A passing score is required on both exams.
Financial Responsibility: You must demonstrate financial stability by either submitting a financial statement or providing a surety bond (typically $10,000 for Residential, amount may vary for Commercial).
Insurance:
General Liability Insurance: Minimum coverage amounts may vary.
Workers' Compensation Insurance: Required if you have four or more employees.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Business Registration: Corporations, LLCs, and partnerships must register with the South Carolina Secretary of State. Sole proprietorships and general partnerships are not required to register.
Meet Basic Requirements: Ensure you meet the experience requirements for the license type you are seeking.
Obtain EPA Section 608 Certification: Pass the required EPA exam.
Prepare Financial Documentation: Prepare a financial statement or obtain the required surety bond.
Obtain Necessary Insurance: Secure the required general liability and workers' compensation insurance.
Register Your Business (if applicable): Register your business with the South Carolina Secretary of State.
Apply for Examination and Licensure: Submit the completed Contractor's License Application (Doc. 165 for Commercial, specific form for Residential) and all required documentation, including proof of experience, financial statement/bond, and business registration (if applicable), to the South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board. Pay the non-refundable application processing fee.
Schedule and Pass Examinations: Once your application is approved, you will receive instructions on how to schedule your Trade Exam and Business Management and Law Exam with PSI Exams and pay the exam fees.
Submit Additional Documentation (after passing exams): After passing both exams, you may need to submit your passing score reports, the original surety bond (if applicable), and the license fee.
Receive Your License: The South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board will issue your HVAC Contractor License.
Journeyman/Master Certifications (Municipal Association of SC): While not state-level licenses for independent contracting, the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC) offers Journeyman and Master Mechanical (HARV) certifications that may be required by some employers or for certain types of work under a licensed contractor. These also require exams and experience.
Continuing Education: Currently, there is no continuing education requirement for maintaining a Residential HVAC Specialty Contractor license in South Carolina. Requirements for Commercial licenses may vary; check with the board.
Reciprocity: South Carolina has reciprocity agreements with Alabama and North Carolina for Residential HVAC Specialty Contractors and with other states for certain Commercial Mechanical classifications. Check with the board for specific details.
Mechanical Administrator License: For commercial projects, a separate Mechanical Administrator license may be required in addition to the Mechanical Contractor license to perform the actual work in specific mechanical disciplines (HVAC, plumbing, etc.).
This information has been referenced from the following site - 1
In South Carolina, you need a license from the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR), Contractor's Licensing Board, to perform HVAC work exceeding $5,000 for commercial projects or $200 for residential projects. There are classifications for:
Mechanical Contractor (COM): For commercial projects.
Residential HVAC Specialty Contractor (RES): For residential projects only.
Experience:
Commercial: Minimum of two years of experience within the last five years in a supervisory role (journeyman, foreman, supervisor, or contractor) in the specific mechanical field you're applying for.
Residential: Minimum of one year of experience under a residential builder or HVAC contractor within the preceding five years.
Examination: You must pass two examinations administered by PSI Exams:
Trade Exam: Specific to either Commercial Mechanical or Residential HVAC.
Business Management and Law Exam: Covers legal and business practices for contractors in South Carolina.
A passing score is required on both exams.
Financial Responsibility: You must demonstrate financial stability by either submitting a financial statement or providing a surety bond (typically $10,000 for Residential, amount may vary for Commercial).
Insurance:
General Liability Insurance: Minimum coverage amounts may vary.
Workers' Compensation Insurance: Required if you have four or more employees.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Business Registration: Corporations, LLCs, and partnerships must register with the South Carolina Secretary of State. Sole proprietorships and general partnerships are not required to register.
Meet Basic Requirements: Ensure you meet the experience requirements for the license type you are seeking.
Obtain EPA Section 608 Certification: Pass the required EPA exam.
Prepare Financial Documentation: Prepare a financial statement or obtain the required surety bond.
Obtain Necessary Insurance: Secure the required general liability and workers' compensation insurance.
Register Your Business (if applicable): Register your business with the South Carolina Secretary of State.
Apply for Examination and Licensure: Submit the completed Contractor's License Application (Doc. 165 for Commercial, specific form for Residential) and all required documentation, including proof of experience, financial statement/bond, and business registration (if applicable), to the South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board. Pay the non-refundable application processing fee.
Schedule and Pass Examinations: Once your application is approved, you will receive instructions on how to schedule your Trade Exam and Business Management and Law Exam with PSI Exams and pay the exam fees.
Submit Additional Documentation (after passing exams): After passing both exams, you may need to submit your passing score reports, the original surety bond (if applicable), and the license fee.
Receive Your License: The South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board will issue your HVAC Contractor License.
Journeyman/Master Certifications (Municipal Association of SC): While not state-level licenses for independent contracting, the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC) offers Journeyman and Master Mechanical (HARV) certifications that may be required by some employers or for certain types of work under a licensed contractor. These also require exams and experience.
Continuing Education: Currently, there is no continuing education requirement for maintaining a Residential HVAC Specialty Contractor license in South Carolina. Requirements for Commercial licenses may vary; check with the board.
Reciprocity: South Carolina has reciprocity agreements with Alabama and North Carolina for Residential HVAC Specialty Contractors and with other states for certain Commercial Mechanical classifications. Check with the board for specific details.
Mechanical Administrator License: For commercial projects, a separate Mechanical Administrator license may be required in addition to the Mechanical Contractor license to perform the actual work in specific mechanical disciplines (HVAC, plumbing, etc.).
This information has been referenced from the following site - 1
