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New York HVAC license renewal & CE

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Renewal rules by license

HVAC / mechanical work (local)

RenewalSet locally (NYSDOL registry: every 2 years). NYSDOL Certificate of Registration lasts two calendar years; renew at least 90 days before it expires. Local HVAC cards follow the city calendar.Source: dol.ny.gov · as of
CE hours & topicsNo statewide HVAC CE. Local boards set their own rules.Source: dol.ny.gov · as of
Fees
  • NYSDOL Contractor Registry (covered projects only): $200
  • NYSDOL Contractor Registry — certified MWBE: $100
Source: dol.ny.gov · as of · Local HVAC registration fees vary. Registry fee is not an HVAC license fee.

Local HVAC / mechanical rules (examples)

New York leaves HVAC licensing to localities. Below: NYC DOB mechanical permitting path and City of Ithaca HVAC registration. Always call the job-site city before you bid.

New York City

Office: NYC Department of Buildings — mechanical / skilled trades
Licenses journeymen?No new licenses (see notes)
FeesNot confirmed
RenewalPer GC / HIC rules. Keep DOB and DCWP credentials active; unpaid fees or violations can block permits
CENot listed as a separate HVAC CE path on the mechanical project-requirements page.
NotesLicense number and business info must appear on trucks, cards, and ads (NYC Admin. Code §28-418).
Still openExact current GC and HIC dollar fees for your class
ContactNYC Department of Buildings (source)
Source: nyc.gov · as of

City of Ithaca

Office: Building Department — HVAC contractor registration
Licenses journeymen?No new licenses (see notes)
FeesNot confirmed
RenewalEvery 1 year. Registrations renew yearly through the Building Department
CENot listed on the contractor licensing page.
NotesApplications available online through OpenGov.
Still openExact Ithaca HVAC registration dollar fee
ContactCity of Ithaca Building Department (source)
Source: cityofithacany.gov · as of

Contact the city or county building department for the job site.

Approved CE provider lists (official)

    What we couldn't confirm yet

    We only publish what we can tie to an official source. These items aren't published anywhere we could verify, so ask the office listed:

    FAQ

    NYSDOL registry renewal?

    Every two years; renew at least 90 days before it expires.

    Local HVAC cards?

    Follow the city calendar — e.g. Ithaca HVAC registrations renew yearly.

    Not licensed yet? See How to get an HVAC license in New York.

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