HVAC license requirements in Georgia
The Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Conditioned Air Contractors issues HVAC licenses in Georgia. Here's what each license level takes, from the official rules.
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Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Conditioned Air Contractors
Official siteRequirements checked October 21, 2026
License levels
In order, from the first license to the top one.
- 1
Conditioned Air Contractor, Class I
Four years of experience, including two years of residential installation as a lead mechanic and a year as a service technician, plus EPA certification. Then the exam.
Official source - 2
Conditioned Air Contractor, Class II
Five years of experience, including two years of installation as a lead mechanic with at least one year on commercial work. Then the exam.
Official source
Rules, fees and exam schedules change. Confirm the details with the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Conditioned Air Contractors before you apply.
HVAC technicians in Georgia
From the Bureau of Labor Statistics. See a city for local wages and contractor counts.
- HVAC technicians employed
- 12,290
- Median hourly wage
- $27.11
HVAC market data by city
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HVAC licensing in Georgia: common questions
Who issues HVAC licenses in Georgia?
The Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Conditioned Air Contractors. The license levels and what each takes are listed above, with a link to the official source for each.
What does the Conditioned Air Contractor, Class II license take in Georgia?
Five years of experience, including two years of installation as a lead mechanic with at least one year on commercial work. Then the exam.
What's the first HVAC license in Georgia?
The Conditioned Air Contractor, Class I. Four years of experience, including two years of residential installation as a lead mechanic and a year as a service technician, plus EPA certification. Then the exam.
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