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New Mexico HVAC license renewal checklist

Verified dataState data last checked Oct 17, 2026clearlicensed.com/states/NM/checklist/hvac

Informational: verify with the issuing board. Fees are approximate and rules change. One block per license type: tick each line as you go.

HVAC

Journeyman refrigeration (JR)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline
Last day of the month in which the certificate was issued, every 3 years. Renew before the last working day before expiration; submit a separate renewal application for each classification, with proof of continuing education.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
16 hours
Renewal fee
About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
Expired certificates are suspended. Late renewal within 6 months of expiration: CID/PSI publishes a $25 late fee; State law (NMSA 60-13-39(C)) allows a late fee up to twice the renewal fee (about $150), so budget for the higher amount if billed.
Grace period
No grace period: the certificate is suspended the day after expiration. It can still be renewed without re-examination within 6 months after expiration.
Official link
https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

  • Renewal submitted
  • Confirmation number or receipt saved
  • New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Journeyman sheet metal (JSM)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline
Last day of the month in which the certificate was issued, every 3 years. Renew before the last working day before expiration; submit a separate renewal application for each classification, with proof of continuing education.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
16 hours
Renewal fee
About $75. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
Expired certificates are suspended. Late renewal within 6 months of expiration: CID/PSI publishes a $25 late fee; State law (NMSA 60-13-39(C)) allows a late fee up to twice the renewal fee (about $150), so budget for the higher amount if billed.
Grace period
No grace period: the certificate is suspended the day after expiration. It can still be renewed without re-examination within 6 months after expiration.
Official link
https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Completion certificates for 16 hours of continuing education
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $75, fees change)

After filing

  • Renewal submitted
  • Confirmation number or receipt saved
  • New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Mechanical - HVAC contractor (MM-3)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline
Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
Not required
Renewal fee
About $150. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period
No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance
Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link
https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $150, fees change)

After filing

  • Renewal submitted
  • Confirmation number or receipt saved
  • New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Mechanical contractor (MM-1 to MM-4 + specialties) (MM-98)

State license · New Mexico Construction Industries Division (RLD); renewals processed by PSI (877-663-9267)

Deadline
Last day of the month in which the license was issued, every 3 years (e.g. issued Nov 4, 2006 expires Nov 30, 2009). Renewal must be received by the last working day before expiration; the filing date is the postmark. Mail the notarized renewal packet and bond (or continuation certificate) to PSI.
Renewal cycle
Every 3 years
CE hours
Not required
Renewal fee
About $300. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.
Late fee
License is suspended if not renewed by the expiration date. Late fee per CID/PSI: about $1 per day for days 1-30, then an amount equal to one year's fee for days 30-90; after 90 days the license is cancelled. State law (NMSA 60-13-18(G)) allows about $1 per day up to 30 days and thereafter twice the renewal fee, so the amount billed can be higher than the PSI figure.
Grace period
No grace period: the license is suspended the day after expiration. It may still be renewed (with late fees) within 3 months/90 days of expiration.
Insurance
Workers' compensation insurance is required of all licensees (proof is filed with the NM Workers' Compensation Administration, not CID). A $10,000 contractor license code bond from a NM-authorized surety must cover the entire license term; renew with a new bond or continuation certificate covering the full 3-year term. No general liability minimum is set in 14.6.3 NMAC.
Official link
https://public.psiexams.com/contractor_information.jsp
Last verified
Oct 17, 2026, confidence high

Have ready

  • Your license number and your login for the board portal
  • Bond in force for $10,000. Verify the amount with the board.
  • Certificate of insurance that meets the requirement above
  • A card or account to pay the renewal fee (about $300, fees change)

After filing

  • Renewal submitted
  • Confirmation number or receipt saved
  • New expiration date checked on the board lookup

Count the days to your deadline

Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this checklist can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and ClearLicensed is not affiliated with any state board. Sources for every rule are on clearlicensed.com/states/NM.

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.