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Hawaii HVAC license renewal & CE

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Renewal rules by license

C-52 Ventilating and Air Conditioning Contractor

RenewalEvery 2 years. All licenses expire September 30 of even-numbered years. Entity/sole proprietors need a current DOTAX tax clearance (name must match). Restore within 60 days or reapply as new.Source: cca.hawaii.gov · as of
CE hours & topicsBoard FAQ/renewal pages emphasize tax clearance and insurance — no C-52 CE hour requirement listed there.Not confirmedSource: cca.hawaii.gov · as of
Fees
  • Application (nonrefundable): $50
  • Specialty classification exam (C-52): $80
  • Entity/sole proprietor license (Oct even–Sep odd window): $663
  • Entity/sole proprietor license (Oct odd–Sep even window): $494
  • RME license (Oct even–Sep odd): $438
  • RME license (Oct odd–Sep even): $334
  • On-time renewal entity/sole (active): $338
  • On-time renewal RME (active): $208
Source: cca.hawaii.gov · as of · Renewal dollars also on the Board page for the Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2028 period.

Approved CE provider lists (official)

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    When?

    September 30 of even years.

    Fees?

    Entity/sole ~$338; RME $208 (2026–2028 on-time). Tax clearance required for entities/sole props.

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