Alabama HVAC License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Certified Commercial Refrigeration Contractor (Active) (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors) renews every year, has a renewal fee of about $220, requires 4 hours of continuing education and requires a bond of $20,000 (verify with the board). The Certified Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor (Active) (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors) renews every year, has a renewal fee of about $220, requires 4 hours of continuing education and requires a bond of $20,000 (verify with the board). Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount.

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Verified dataLast checked Oct 17, 2026, next review due July 2027

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Certified Commercial Refrigeration Contractor (Active)

REFRIG-Active · State license · Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors

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Renew on the official site 334-242-5550

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 4 hours
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4 hours annually (Code 34-31-26; Rule 440-X-4-.02); not required in first year of certification; hours in 2-hour increments up to 8 hours; up to 4 hours roll over; one hour = 50 min; proof submitted before November 1 or renewal is blocked until compliant; deficiency extension to Dec 31 with $25 fee (Rule .03). Over-65 inactive exemption (Rule .09).
Deadline rule: Licenses expire December 31 annually; must be renewed before 11:59 PM Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.02). CE proof must be submitted before November 1.

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Grace period: Lapsed on Dec 31 but may be renewed with the $250 late fee through 11:59 PM Dec 31 of the following calendar year.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $220
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
About $250 late fee on all renewals after Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.06, fee schedule 440-X-3-.10(k)). CE deficiency plan fee about $25 if CE is completed Nov 1 - Dec 31.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Unlicensed one calendar year (365 days) or more = expired; must sit for and pass the written prelicensure exam and apply as a new applicant; no late fees or waivers (Rule 440-X-3-.06(2)).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Required: $20,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Insurance: Not required
Reciprocity: A holder of a current valid license in a qualifying reciprocal state with no previous or pending discipline may qualify (Rule 440-X-3-.02(2)). The $20,000 bond and the initial certification fee still apply.

Notes

Covers commercial refrigeration equipment; separate certification from HVAC. Fee schedule effective Oct 14, 2024 (Rule 440-X-3-.10): active HVAC $220, active refrigeration $220, inactive $110 each. Credit card payments carry a 4% service fee. All fees are non-refundable. Phone (334) 242-5550 or (866) 855-1912.

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Certified Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor (Active)

HVAC-Active · State license · Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors

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Renew on the official site 334-242-5550

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 4 hours
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4 hours annually (Code 34-31-26; Rule 440-X-4-.02); not required in first year of certification; hours in 2-hour increments up to 8 hours; up to 4 hours roll over; one hour = 50 min; proof submitted before November 1 or renewal is blocked until compliant; deficiency extension to Dec 31 with $25 fee (Rule .03). Over-65 inactive exemption (Rule .09).
Deadline rule: Licenses expire December 31 annually; must be renewed before 11:59 PM Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.02). CE proof must be submitted before November 1.

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Grace period: Lapsed on Dec 31 but may be renewed with the $250 late fee through 11:59 PM Dec 31 of the following calendar year.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $220
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
About $250 late fee on all renewals after Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.06, fee schedule 440-X-3-.10(k)). CE deficiency plan fee about $25 if CE is completed Nov 1 - Dec 31.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Unlicensed one calendar year (365 days) or more = expired; must sit for and pass the written prelicensure exam and apply as a new applicant; no late fees or waivers (Rule 440-X-3-.06(2)).

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Required: $20,000. Verify the amount with the board.
Insurance: Not required
Reciprocity: A holder of a current valid license in a qualifying reciprocal state with no previous or pending discipline may qualify (Rule 440-X-3-.02(2)). The $20,000 bond and the initial certification fee still apply.

Notes

Covers installation, service and repair of heating and/or cooling apparatus. Fee schedule effective Oct 14, 2024 (Rule 440-X-3-.10): active HVAC $220, active refrigeration $220, inactive $110 each. Credit card payments carry a 4% service fee. All fees are non-refundable. Phone (334) 242-5550 or (866) 855-1912.

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The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the Alabama HVAC continuing education page.

How to renew

1Check your Certified Commercial Refrigeration Contractor (Active) deadline: Licenses expire December 31 annually; must be renewed before 11:59 PM Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.02). CE proof must be submitted before November 1.
2Complete 4 continuing education hours before renewing. 4 hours annually (Code 34-31-26; Rule 440-X-4-.02); not required in first year of certification; hours in 2-hour increments up to 8 hours; up to 4 hours roll over; one hour = 50 min; proof submitted before November 1 or renewal is blocked until compliant; deficiency extension to Dec 31 with $25 fee (Rule .03). Over-65 inactive exemption (Rule .09).
3Confirm your bond meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
4Renew online at https://hacr.igovsolution.net/online/renewal/renewallogin.aspx
5Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $220, but fees change.
6If you miss the deadline: About $250 late fee on all renewals after Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.06, fee schedule 440-X-3-.10(k)). CE deficiency plan fee about $25 if CE is completed Nov 1 - Dec 31.
7Check your Certified Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor (Active) deadline: Licenses expire December 31 annually; must be renewed before 11:59 PM Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.02). CE proof must be submitted before November 1.

Alabama HVAC renewal questions

Answers come from the records above. Informational: verify with the issuing board.

When does an Alabama HVAC license expire?

Certified Commercial Refrigeration Contractor (Active): renews every year. Licenses expire December 31 annually; must be renewed before 11:59 PM Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.02). CE proof must be submitted before November 1. Certified Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor (Active): renews every year. Licenses expire December 31 annually; must be renewed before 11:59 PM Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.02). CE proof must be submitted before November 1. Check with Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does an Alabama HVAC license need?

Certified Commercial Refrigeration Contractor (Active): 4 hours per renewal. Certified Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor (Active): 4 hours per renewal. Check with Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for an Alabama HVAC license?

Lapsed on Dec 31 but may be renewed with the $250 late fee through 11:59 PM Dec 31 of the following calendar year. Check with Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew an Alabama HVAC license?

Certified Commercial Refrigeration Contractor (Active): About $220. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if an Alabama HVAC license expires?

About $250 late fee on all renewals after Dec 31 (Rule 440-X-3-.06, fee schedule 440-X-3-.10(k)). CE deficiency plan fee about $25 if CE is completed Nov 1 - Dec 31. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Alabama accept HVAC licenses from other states?

A holder of a current valid license in a qualifying reciprocal state with no previous or pending discipline may qualify (Rule 440-X-3-.02(2)). The $20,000 bond and the initial certification fee still apply. Check with Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors before you rely on it.

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Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this page can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and we are not affiliated with any state board. Read the disclaimer.

This information is here to help you plan, not to replace the board. Fee amounts are approximate and may be out of date. Deadlines and continuing education rules change too, sometimes without much notice. Always confirm with your licensing board and its official site before you rely on a date or an amount. This is not legal advice.

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