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Pennsylvania HVAC Contractor License

A Pennsylvania Municipal HVAC License requires 8 continuing-education hours every 1 year, a $78 state renewal fee, and no state license bond. Pennsylvania currently enforces the 2018 IMC. Requirements, approved courses, bond and renewal steps for 2026.

At a glance PA · IMC/UMC
CE hours
8 / 1-yr
Renewal fee
$78
Bond
None ✓
Code
2018 IMC

Source: Municipal · compiled 2026-05-23

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Municipal-level licensing

Pennsylvania does not issue a state-wide license for this trade. Licensing is handled at the city/county level. Major jurisdictions include: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Erie.

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Continuing education

Hours required
8
Renewal cycle
1 yr
Provider approval
Required
Subject breakdown
  • Pittsburgh: 8 hrs/yr

CE courses for Pennsylvania municipal hvac licenses

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Bond & insurance

Contractor bond
Not required

No state license bond required at this tier. Local permits may still require one.

Insurance
Not specified

No statewide insurance minimum confirmed for this tier.

Reciprocity

Pennsylvania does not publish direct reciprocity for this license. Out-of-state holders typically apply for endorsement and may need to pass the state exam. The reciprocity map shows which states do honor each other.

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Check your renewal deadline

    Log in to the Municipal portal and confirm your expiration date and license number before doing anything else.

  2. 2

    Complete continuing education

    Complete your 8 required CE hours every 1 year with a board-approved provider (provider approval is required in this state). Keep your completion certificates.

  3. 3

    Submit and pay

    Submit the renewal through the Municipal portal and pay the $78 fee. Renewing online is faster than mailing a paper form.

  4. 4

    Save your confirmation

    Download the confirmation and your updated license. If you missed the deadline, look for the late/reinstatement path rather than re-applying from scratch.

Frequently asked questions

How many CE hours do I need for Pennsylvania Municipal HVAC License renewal?
8 hours every 1 year. Subjects: Pittsburgh: 8 hrs/yr.
What does Pennsylvania Municipal HVAC License renewal cost?
The state filing fee is $78. Approved CE courses are an additional cost that varies by provider (commonly around $15–$100).
Does Pennsylvania accept reciprocity for this license?
Pennsylvania does not publish reciprocity for this license. Out-of-state holders typically apply for endorsement and may sit for an exam.
Which code is Pennsylvania currently enforcing?
Pennsylvania is currently on the 2018 IMC. Make sure your CE courses cover the current code year.

Don’t lose your license to a missed deadline

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