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Which Florida regulatory body oversees licensing for air conditioning contractors?

Florida Department of Health

Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) under the DBPR

Florida Board of Professional Engineers

Florida Department of Education

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1Which Florida regulatory body oversees licensing for air conditioning contractors?

A.Florida Department of Health

B.Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) under the DBPR

C.Florida Board of Professional Engineers

D.Florida Department of Education

Explanation: The Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), operating under the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), oversees licensing for all air conditioning contractors in the state.

2What is the maximum cooling capacity for a Florida Class B air conditioning contractor license?

A.10 tons

B.15 tons

C.25 tons

D.Unlimited

Explanation: A Florida Class B air conditioning contractor license is limited to systems of 25 tons of cooling or less and 500,000 BTU of heating or less per system.

3How many questions are on the Florida Class B Air Conditioning contractor trade exam?

A.60 questions

B.80 questions

C.100 questions

D.140 questions

Explanation: The Florida Class B Air Conditioning contractor trade exam consists of 80 questions with a 5-hour time limit.

4What passing score is required on Florida CILB contractor examinations?

A.60%

B.65%

C.70%

D.75%

Explanation: Florida CILB requires a minimum passing score of 70% on all contractor licensing examinations.

5What minimum experience is required for a Florida air conditioning contractor license?

A.2 years

B.3 years

C.4 years with at least 1 year as foreman

D.6 years

Explanation: Florida requires 4 years of experience with at least 1 year in a supervisory (foreman) capacity.

6What is the Florida Business and Finance exam format?

A.50 questions, 2 hours

B.80 questions, 4 hours

C.120 questions, 6.5 hours

D.150 questions, 8 hours

Explanation: The Florida Business and Finance examination consists of 120 questions with a 6.5-hour time limit.

7What is the examination fee for Florida contractor licensing exams?

A.100

B.150

C.295

D.500

Explanation: The examination fee for both the Trade Knowledge and Business and Finance exams is 295 dollars.

8What is the difference between a Florida certified and registered contractor?

A.No difference

B.Certified is CILB-issued statewide; registered is local jurisdiction only

C.Certified costs more

D.Registered can do larger projects

Explanation: A certified license is issued by the CILB and valid statewide. A registered license is issued locally and valid only in that jurisdiction.

9What FICO credit score must Florida contractor applicants demonstrate?

A.580

B.620

C.660

D.700

Explanation: Florida contractor license applicants must demonstrate a minimum FICO credit score of 660 for financial responsibility.

10What general liability insurance is required for Florida AC contractors?

A.No insurance required

B.100,000 GL with 25,000 property damage

C.1 million GL

D.Only workers comp

Explanation: Florida requires general liability insurance of 100,000 with 25,000 property damage coverage.

About the FL HVAC Exam

The Florida AC contractor license covers Class A (unlimited) and Class B (25 tons/500,000 BTU limit). Exams are open-book, administered by Pearson VUE. The Business and Finance exam (120 questions, 6.5 hours) covers Chapter 713 lien law, project management, and financial responsibility. Requires 4 years experience with 1 year as foreman, 660 FICO score, and $100K general liability insurance.

Questions

100 scored questions

Time Limit

5-7.5 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$295 (Florida CILB / DBPR)

FL HVAC Exam Content Outline

25%

Florida Laws & Licensing

Chapter 489, CILB/DBPR requirements, certified vs registered, permits, insurance, and CE requirements

25%

Business & Finance

Chapter 713 lien law, contracts, estimating, financial management, and workers compensation

30%

Trade Knowledge

AC system design, load calculations, humidity control, refrigerant handling, and Florida-specific installations

20%

Codes & Safety

Florida Building Code - Mechanical, energy code, hurricane requirements, OSHA, and EPA regulations

How to Pass the FL HVAC Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 70%
Exam length: 100 questions
Time limit: 5-7.5 hours
Exam fee: $295

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Complete 500+ practice questions
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Class A and Class B?

Class A is unlimited. Class B is limited to 25 tons cooling and 500,000 BTU heating per system.

How many questions are on the Florida HVAC exams?

Class A trade: 140 questions (7.5 hrs). Class B trade: 80 questions (5 hrs). Business & Finance: 120 questions (6.5 hrs).

What credit score is required?

Florida requires a minimum FICO credit score of 660 for financial responsibility.