Arkansas renewal guide
HVAC Contractor - Class B
If this license is up for renewal, this page gives you the fee, the timeline, and the items that usually hold the filing up.
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What matters before you file.
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Issuing authority
Renewal period
Every 12 months
Renewal fee
$150.00
Bond requirement
No
Insurance requirement
Yes — General Liability, Workers' Compensation
Continuing education
4 hours
Before you renew
Get the filing straight.
- 1
Finish the CE first
Complete the 4 required hours before you start the renewal.
- 2
Check the insurance certificates
Make sure the required policies are current and match what the board or agency expects before you file.
- 3
File with the board
File through Arkansas HVACR Licensing Board and pay the $150.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
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Leave room for processing
Typical processing time is 30 days, so do not wait until the last minute.
Detailed notes
The fine print is here.
Arkansas HVAC Contractor - Class B License
The Arkansas HVACR Licensing Board issues the Class B HVAC contractor license for contractors performing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work within specified capacity limits. This license is appropriate for contractors focused on residential and light commercial HVAC systems.
What This License Authorizes
Class B HVAC contractors may install, maintain, and repair HVAC systems within the capacity limits specified by the HVACR Board. This typically covers residential and smaller commercial systems but does not authorize work on large-scale commercial or industrial HVAC installations.
Application Requirements
- License Fee: $150
- Experience: Minimum 2 years as a registered HVAC technician under a licensed contractor, or graduation from a board-approved training program with at least 6 months of on-the-job experience
- Examination: Must pass the Class B HVAC examination (computer-based exam fee: $100)
- Age: Must be at least 18 years old
Insurance Requirements
- General Liability Insurance: Minimum $250,000 coverage required
- Workers' Compensation: Required if you have employees
Continuing Education
Class B HVAC contractors must complete 4 hours of approved continuing education annually prior to license renewal.
Renewal Process
- Renewal Period: Annual (from date of issuance)
- Renewal Fee: $150
- CE Completion: Must have completed 4 CE hours before renewal
Consequences of Operating Without a License
Performing HVAC work without a valid license from the Arkansas HVACR Licensing Board is a violation of state law and is subject to fines and enforcement action.
*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Arkansas HVACR Licensing Board.*
Official links
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Required documents
- Proof of Insurance
- proof_of_experience
- exam_results
Source notes
Arkansas HVACR Licensing Board . Verified March 2026. https://labor.arkansas.gov/labor/code-enforcement/hvac-r/
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