HVAC Technician License Requirements in Georgia
| Licensing Authority | Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Conditioned Air Contractors (CILB-HVAC) |
| License Type | Conditioned Air Contractor (Class I Restricted / Class II Unrestricted) |
| Experience Required | Class I: 4 years minimum documented experience in conditioned air work. Class II: 5 years minimum, must include documented experience with large systems exceeding 175,000 BTU heating / 60,000 BTU cooling. Must be at least 18 years old with high school diploma or GED. Requires 3 notarized references from licensed architects, professional engineers, city/county inspectors, or licensed conditioned air contractors. |
| Education Substitute | Approved vocational/technical HVAC programs may substitute for a portion of the experience requirement at the Board's discretion |
| Exam Required | Yes — Conditioned Air Contractor Exam (Class I & II) |
| Bond Required | Yes — $10,000 |
| Insurance | General liability: recommended. Workers comp: required with employees |
| Continuing Education | 8 hours 8 hours per 2-year renewal cycle (4 hours per year). Courses must be from approved providers. |
| Processing Time | 4-8 weeks |
Fee Breakdown
| Application Fee | $110 |
| Exam Fee | $267 |
| Est. Initial Total | $377 |
Renewal: $75 every 2 years (odd-numbered years, by November 30; late period December 1-31)
Exam Requirements
Conditioned Air Contractor Exam (Class I & II)
Exam provider: PSI/AMP
License Tiers
Class I - Restricted
4 years experience; limited to systems not exceeding 175,000 BTU heating and 60,000 BTU cooling
Exam: Required
Class II - Unrestricted
5 years experience with documented work on systems exceeding 175,000 BTU heating / 60,000 BTU cooling; no system size limitations
Exam: Required
License Reciprocity
This state has reciprocity agreements with 3 states. You may be able to skip the trade exam if you hold a valid license from one of these states.
Notes
- EPA Section 608 certification (Type II or higher) required in addition to state license
- Exam includes 20 pretest (unscored) questions out of the 120 total
- Both Class I and Class II exams are open-book
- 2026 change: As of May 1, 2026, exams will be based on the 2024 editions of the IFGC and IMC
- Must use GOALS online portal for applications
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a hvac technician license in Georgia?
Yes, Georgia requires a statewide hvac technician license through the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Conditioned Air Contractors.
How much does a hvac technician license cost in Georgia?
The estimated initial cost is $377, including application, exam, and license fees.
Data last verified: 2026-04-02 | Source: CILB-HVAC