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Key Facts: KY HVAC Exam
70%
Passing Score
Kentucky DHBC Division of HVAC
136 Q
Practice Questions
OpenExamPrep
$80
Exam Fee
Prov Testing Services
$500K / $300K
Required Insurance
KRS 198B.668
6 hrs
Annual CE
815 KAR 2:010
4 hours
Exam Duration
Prov Exam 595_KY
Sample KY HVAC Practice Questions
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1Which Kentucky agency oversees HVAC contractor licensing?
2How many work hours are required for a Kentucky journeyman HVAC mechanic license?
3What minimum passing score is required on Kentucky HVAC exams?
4Which testing service administers Kentucky HVAC exams?
5What is the exam fee for Kentucky HVAC licensing exams?
6What minimum general liability insurance is required for Kentucky master HVAC contractors?
7How many hours of CE are required annually for Kentucky HVAC license renewal?
8When must a Kentucky HVAC license be renewed?
9What is the annual fee for a Kentucky master HVAC contractor license?
10To qualify for the Kentucky master exam, how long must a journeyman license be held?
About the KY HVAC Exam
The Kentucky Master HVAC contractor licensing exam (Prov, 100 questions, 4 hours, open book, 70% to pass) tests knowledge of state regulations under KRS 198B and 815 KAR 8, mechanical codes, HVAC system design and installation, plan reading, estimating, refrigerant handling, safety, and business management. Qualification requires one of three 2-year pathways: 2 years as a licensed Kentucky Journeyman HVAC Mechanic under a Master, 2 years of Master/equivalent HVAC contracting experience in any jurisdiction, or 2 years as a licensed mechanical engineer (KRS 198B.658).
Exam sponsor: Kentucky DHBC Division of HVAC (exams administered by Prov). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
100 questions
Time Limit
4 hours
Passing Score
70%
Exam / Certification Fees
$80 exam fee (Prov) + $250 initial Master application fee (DHBC)
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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Law and Administration
KRS 198B, 815 KAR 8, DHBC licensing, permits, inspections, and contractor duties
Plan Reading, Estimating and Math
Blueprint symbols, scales, schedules, specifications, takeoffs, and HVAC math
General Knowledge
Thermodynamics, heat transfer, psychrometrics, and trade fundamentals
Systems & Sizing
Manual J loads, Manual S equipment selection, Manual D duct sizing, and ventilation
Equipment
Furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, and air conditioning equipment
Refrigeration Systems
Refrigeration cycle, compressors, metering devices, and heat exchangers
Electrical
Circuits, motors, capacitors, and control systems
Maintenance
Preventive maintenance and service procedures
Piping
Fuel gas piping, combustion air, venting, and hydronics
Preparing for the KY HVAC Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 4 hours
- Exam / certification fees: $80 exam fee (Prov) + $250 initial Master application fee (DHBC) Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 136 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What license do I need to operate an HVAC business in Kentucky?
Kentucky requires a Master HVAC Contractor license issued by the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction (DHBC) Division of HVAC. Per KRS 198B.658, qualification requires one of three 2-year pathways: 2 years as a licensed Kentucky Journeyman HVAC Mechanic under a licensed Master, 2 years of Master (or equivalent) HVAC contracting experience in Kentucky or any other jurisdiction, or 2 years as a licensed mechanical engineer — plus passing the 100-question Master exam at 70%.
What score is required to pass the Kentucky Master HVAC exam?
Candidates must achieve a score of at least 70% on the 100-question, 4-hour open-book examination administered by Prov for the Kentucky DHBC.
What insurance and bonding is required for a Kentucky Master HVAC Contractor?
Under KRS 198B.668, Kentucky requires Master HVAC Contractors to maintain at least $500,000 in general liability insurance and at least $300,000 in property damage insurance underwritten by a Kentucky-approved carrier; proof is required before license issuance or renewal and no license is valid without it. A surety bond is not mandated by state statute.
What are the continuing education requirements for Kentucky HVAC licensees?
Both Master HVAC Contractors and Journeyman HVAC Mechanics must complete 6 hours of approved continuing education annually prior to license renewal, which occurs by the last day of the licensee's birth month (815 KAR 2:010).
What permits are required for HVAC work in Kentucky?
Under KRS 198B.6671 and 815 KAR 8:070, an HVAC installation permit is required before installing an initial HVAC system in new construction, in an addition receiving an additional system, or in an existing building receiving its first system. Permits are issued only to licensed Master HVAC Contractors (with a limited homeowner exception for an owner's own legal residence). Replacement of furnaces, condensing units, heat pumps, fan coils, chillers, or boilers triggers permit issuance and inspections upon request; routine maintenance such as filter replacement and coil cleaning requires no permit.