HVAC Technician License Requirements in North Carolina
License RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: PSI
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor – LimitedHeating and Air Conditioning Contractor – IntermediateHeating and Air Conditioning Contractor – Unlimited
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
North Carolina Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors issues HVAC contractor licenses at Limited, Intermediate, and Unlimited levels based on system capacity. Exam required for all levels administered by PSI. Individual journeyman licenses are not separately issued at state level. Verify current requirements.