Arizona HVAC License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

Arizona has 3 HVAC license classes. Most renew every 2 years. Renewal fees are about $480 to $650, depending on the class. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount. The details for each class are below.

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Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39)

C-39 · State license · Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC)

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Renew on the official site (602) 542-1525; 1-877-692-9762

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Each license has its own staggered expiration/renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1123.01; term is biennial, shown on the license; annual renewal at half fee only by hardship petition). Renewal application plus fee and valid bond must be received (or postmarked) on or before the renewal date; license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1125).

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Grace period: No grace period: license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date. A timely-filed renewal (received/postmarked by the renewal date, with valid bond on file) lets the licensee keep operating until the renewal is issued.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $480
Late fee: About $50 late renewal fee in addition to the renewal fee (ROC renewal checklist; A.R.S. 32-1126(D)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Suspended-for-nonrenewal license may be reactivated and renewed within one year of suspension by filing the application and paying the renewal fee plus about $50. After more than one year, a new license application is required (A.R.S. 32-1125(B)). Separate voluntary inactive status (up to 5 years, twice max) per A.R.S. 32-1125.01: reactivate with current renewal fee and 30 days' written notice.

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, but the amount is not published. Check with the board
Insurance: Not required
Reciprocity: Arizona recognizes out-of-state licenses under A.R.S. 32-4302 (universal recognition): applicant must have held a license in the same discipline and practice level in another state for at least 12 months and meet the statute's other conditions. Separately, A.R.S. 32-1122 waives the exam only for qualifying parties who previously qualified an Arizona licensee in the same classification within 5 years.

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Renewal $480 (specialty commercial, no Recovery Fund). Fees per A.R.S. 32-1126 and A.A.C. R4-9-130, biennial; confirmed on the ROC license and renewal fee page. Related classes: C-49 Refrigeration, C-58 Comfort Heating/Ventilating/Evaporative Cooling, C-79 A/C incl. Solar; R-39R; CR-58, CR-79. Contractor licensing for this work is statewide through the ROC. ROC bond schedule (commercial specialty, by contemplated annual volume): up to $150,000 = $2,500; to $500,000 = $7,000; to $1M = $17,500; to $5M = $25,000; to $10M = $37,500; over $10M = $50,000. Bond must be continuous (surety cancellation needs 30 days' notice to ROC); the amount can be raised at any time but lowered only at renewal; an annual-volume increase requires a bond rider. Qualifying party with 4 years' experience and exam required for original license. ROC phone (602) 542-1525 or 1-877-692-9762.

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Dual (Commercial+Residential) Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39)

CR-39 · State license · Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC)

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Renew on the official site (602) 542-1525; 1-877-692-9762

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Each license has its own staggered expiration/renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1123.01; term is biennial, shown on the license; annual renewal at half fee only by hardship petition). Renewal application plus fee and valid bond must be received (or postmarked) on or before the renewal date; license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1125).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: No grace period: license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date. A timely-filed renewal (received/postmarked by the renewal date, with valid bond on file) lets the licensee keep operating until the renewal is issued.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $650
Late fee: About $50 late renewal fee in addition to the renewal fee (ROC renewal checklist; A.R.S. 32-1126(D)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Suspended-for-nonrenewal license may be reactivated and renewed within one year of suspension by filing the application and paying the renewal fee plus about $50. After more than one year, a new license application is required (A.R.S. 32-1125(B)). Separate voluntary inactive status (up to 5 years, twice max) per A.R.S. 32-1125.01: reactivate with current renewal fee and 30 days' written notice.

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, but the amount is not published. Check with the board
Insurance: Not required
Reciprocity: Arizona recognizes out-of-state licenses under A.R.S. 32-4302 (universal recognition): applicant must have held a license in the same discipline and practice level in another state for at least 12 months and meet the statute's other conditions. Separately, A.R.S. 32-1122 waives the exam only for qualifying parties who previously qualified an Arizona licensee in the same classification within 5 years.

Notes

Renewal $380 license fee + $270 Recovery Fund assessment = $650. Residential and dual classifications must also pay the Residential Contractors' Recovery Fund assessment ($270 at renewal per R4-9-130; A.R.S. 32-1126(G) caps it) or instead post an additional $200,000 bond (A.R.S. 32-1152(C)). Fees per A.R.S. 32-1126 and A.A.C. R4-9-130, biennial; confirmed on the ROC license and renewal fee page. Related classes: C-49 Refrigeration, C-58 Comfort Heating/Ventilating/Evaporative Cooling, C-79 A/C incl. Solar; R-39R; CR-58, CR-79. Contractor licensing for this work is statewide through the ROC. ROC bond schedule (commercial specialty, by contemplated annual volume): up to $150,000 = $2,500; to $500,000 = $7,000; to $1M = $17,500; to $5M = $25,000; to $10M = $37,500; over $10M = $50,000. ROC bond schedule (residential specialty): under $375,000 contemplated volume = $4,250; $375,000 or more = $7,500. Dual licenses combine the residential and commercial amounts. Bond must be continuous (surety cancellation needs 30 days' notice to ROC); the amount can be raised at any time but lowered only at renewal; an annual-volume increase requires a bond rider. Qualifying party with 4 years' experience and exam required for original license. ROC phone (602) 542-1525 or 1-877-692-9762.

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Residential Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39)

R-39 · State license · Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC)

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Renew on the official site (602) 542-1525; 1-877-692-9762

Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Each license has its own staggered expiration/renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1123.01; term is biennial, shown on the license; annual renewal at half fee only by hardship petition). Renewal application plus fee and valid bond must be received (or postmarked) on or before the renewal date; license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1125).

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: No grace period: license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date. A timely-filed renewal (received/postmarked by the renewal date, with valid bond on file) lets the licensee keep operating until the renewal is issued.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $540
Late fee: About $50 late renewal fee in addition to the renewal fee (ROC renewal checklist; A.R.S. 32-1126(D)).
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Suspended-for-nonrenewal license may be reactivated and renewed within one year of suspension by filing the application and paying the renewal fee plus about $50. After more than one year, a new license application is required (A.R.S. 32-1125(B)). Separate voluntary inactive status (up to 5 years, twice max) per A.R.S. 32-1125.01: reactivate with current renewal fee and 30 days' written notice.

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, but the amount is not published. Check with the board
Insurance: Not required
Reciprocity: Arizona recognizes out-of-state licenses under A.R.S. 32-4302 (universal recognition): applicant must have held a license in the same discipline and practice level in another state for at least 12 months and meet the statute's other conditions. Separately, A.R.S. 32-1122 waives the exam only for qualifying parties who previously qualified an Arizona licensee in the same classification within 5 years.

Notes

Renewal $270 license fee + $270 Recovery Fund assessment = $540. Residential and dual classifications must also pay the Residential Contractors' Recovery Fund assessment ($270 at renewal per R4-9-130; A.R.S. 32-1126(G) caps it) or instead post an additional $200,000 bond (A.R.S. 32-1152(C)). Fees per A.R.S. 32-1126 and A.A.C. R4-9-130, biennial; confirmed on the ROC license and renewal fee page. Related classes: C-49 Refrigeration, C-58 Comfort Heating/Ventilating/Evaporative Cooling, C-79 A/C incl. Solar; R-39R; CR-58, CR-79. Contractor licensing for this work is statewide through the ROC. ROC bond schedule (residential specialty): under $375,000 contemplated volume = $4,250; $375,000 or more = $7,500. Bond must be continuous (surety cancellation needs 30 days' notice to ROC); the amount can be raised at any time but lowered only at renewal; an annual-volume increase requires a bond rider. Qualifying party with 4 years' experience and exam required for original license. ROC phone (602) 542-1525 or 1-877-692-9762.

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How to renew

1Check your Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39) deadline: Each license has its own staggered expiration/renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1123.01; term is biennial, shown on the license; annual renewal at half fee only by hardship petition). Renewal application plus fee and valid bond must be received (or postmarked) on or before the renewal date; license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1125).
2Confirm your bond meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
3Renew online at https://azroc.my.site.com/AZRoc/s/roc-online-services
4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $480, but fees change.
5If you miss the deadline: About $50 late renewal fee in addition to the renewal fee (ROC renewal checklist; A.R.S. 32-1126(D)).
6Check your Dual (Commercial+Residential) Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39) deadline: Each license has its own staggered expiration/renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1123.01; term is biennial, shown on the license; annual renewal at half fee only by hardship petition). Renewal application plus fee and valid bond must be received (or postmarked) on or before the renewal date; license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1125).
7Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $650, but fees change.
8Check your Residential Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39) deadline: Each license has its own staggered expiration/renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1123.01; term is biennial, shown on the license; annual renewal at half fee only by hardship petition). Renewal application plus fee and valid bond must be received (or postmarked) on or before the renewal date; license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1125).
9Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $540, but fees change.

Arizona HVAC renewal questions

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

When does an Arizona HVAC license expire?

Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39): renews every 2 years. Each license has its own staggered expiration/renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1123.01; term is biennial, shown on the license; annual renewal at half fee only by hardship petition). Renewal application plus fee and valid bond must be received (or postmarked) on or before the renewal date; license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1125). Dual (Commercial+Residential) Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39): renews every 2 years. Each license has its own staggered expiration/renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1123.01; term is biennial, shown on the license; annual renewal at half fee only by hardship petition). Renewal application plus fee and valid bond must be received (or postmarked) on or before the renewal date; license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1125). Residential Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39): renews every 2 years. Each license has its own staggered expiration/renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1123.01; term is biennial, shown on the license; annual renewal at half fee only by hardship petition). Renewal application plus fee and valid bond must be received (or postmarked) on or before the renewal date; license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date (A.R.S. 32-1125). Check with Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does an Arizona HVAC license need?

Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39): no CE required. Dual (Commercial+Residential) Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39): no CE required. Residential Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39): no CE required. Check with Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for an Arizona HVAC license?

No grace period: license is suspended by operation of law the next business day after the renewal date. A timely-filed renewal (received/postmarked by the renewal date, with valid bond on file) lets the licensee keep operating until the renewal is issued. Check with Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) before you rely on it.

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

Commercial Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (C-39): About $480. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if an Arizona HVAC license expires?

About $50 late renewal fee in addition to the renewal fee (ROC renewal checklist; A.R.S. 32-1126(D)). Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Arizona accept HVAC licenses from other states?

Arizona recognizes out-of-state licenses under A.R.S. 32-4302 (universal recognition): applicant must have held a license in the same discipline and practice level in another state for at least 12 months and meet the statute's other conditions. Separately, A.R.S. 32-1122 waives the exam only for qualifying parties who previously qualified an Arizona licensee in the same classification within 5 years. Check with Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) before you rely on it.

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Spot something out of date?

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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