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Texas HVAC license renewal & CE

When to renew, how many CE hours you need, what topics count, and where to find approved courses. Checked .

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Renewal rules by license

Certified ACR Technician

RenewalEvery 1 year. Card is good for one year from issue. Start renewing 30–60 days early. Late windows add 1½× or 2× fees; after 18 months you need executive-director approval.Source: tdlr.texas.gov · as of
CE hours & topicsTechnicians do not have a CE requirement on the TDLR technician renewal page. Contractors do (see contractor license below).Source: tdlr.texas.gov · as of
Fees
  • Certified technician application: $50
  • Certified technician renewal (annual): $35
  • Registered technician application: $20
  • Registered technician renewal: $20
Source: tdlr.texas.gov · as of · Renewal fees also on tdlr.texas.gov

ACR Contractor (Class A or B)

RenewalEvery 1 year. Renew before your card expires. Finish 8 hours of approved CE first — including 1 hour of Texas law and rules.Source: tdlr.texas.gov · as of
CE hours & topics8 hours per year
  • 1 hour Texas ACR law and rules
  • 7 hours board-approved ACR coursework
CE must be done before the license expires. Same course twice does not count. Use a TDLR-approved provider.
Source: tdlr.texas.gov · as of
Fees
  • Contractor application: $115
  • Contractor renewal (annual): $65
Source: tdlr.texas.gov · as of · Renewal: tdlr.texas.gov Liability insurance required after you pass (Class A $300k/$600k; Class B $100k/$200k per occurrence/aggregate).

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:

  • Exact out-of-state endorsement or reciprocity steps for ACR contractor (not spelled out on the apply page).
    Ask: TDLR ACR · (512) 463-6599 (contact source, as of )

FAQ

How often do contractor cards renew?

Every year for $65, with 8 hours of CE (1 hour Texas law/rules).

Do technicians need CE?

Not on the TDLR technician renewal page — just the renewal fee.

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

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