Washington HVAC Contractor License
A Washington 06A HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic requires 24 continuing-education hours every 3 years, a $86 state renewal fee, and no state license bond. Washington currently enforces the 2021 IMC. Requirements, approved courses, bond and renewal steps for 2026.
Source: WA L&I · compiled 2026-05-23
Need your 24 CE hours? RedVector (Vector Solutions) carries the largest approved-course catalog for Washington.
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Continuing education
- Code update: 8 hrs
- General: 16 hrs
CE courses for Washington 06a hvac/refrigeration mechanics
HVAC Contractor continuing-education providers offering courses for Washington. Confirm a provider appears on WA L&I’s approved-provider list before you buy.
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Bond & insurance
No state license bond required at this tier. Local permits may still require one.
No statewide insurance minimum confirmed for this tier.
Reciprocity
Washington 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
Check your renewal deadline
Log in to the WA L&I portal and confirm your expiration date and license number before doing anything else.
- 2
Complete continuing education
Complete your 24 required CE hours every 3 years with a board-approved provider (provider approval is required in this state). Keep your completion certificates.
- 3
Submit and pay
Submit the renewal through the WA L&I portal and pay the $86 fee. Renewing online is faster than mailing a paper form.
- 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
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Washington 06A HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanics renew every 3 years. Set a reminder so you have time to finish your 24 CE hours before you’re due.
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