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Key Facts: VA HVAC Contractor Exam
50
General Exam Questions
Virginia DPOR
70%
General Passing Score
Virginia DPOR
71%
Specialty Passing Score
Class A only
8 hrs
Pre-License Education
All classes
$45K
Class A Net Worth
Or $50K bond
$120K
Class B Project Limit
Per project
Sample VA HVAC Contractor Practice Questions
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1Which Virginia state agency regulates HVAC contractor licensing?
2What are the three contractor license classifications in Virginia?
3What is the maximum individual project value for a Virginia Class B HVAC contractor?
4What is the maximum individual project value for a Virginia Class C HVAC contractor?
5How many hours of pre-license education are required for all Virginia contractor license applicants?
6How many years of experience are required for a Virginia Class A HVAC contractor license?
7How many years of experience are required for a Virginia Class B contractor license?
8What is the minimum net worth requirement for a Virginia Class A HVAC contractor?
9What is the minimum net worth requirement for a Virginia Class B contractor?
10What bond amount may a Virginia Class A or B contractor post as an alternative to meeting net worth requirements?
About the VA HVAC Contractor Exam
The Virginia HVAC contractor license exam covers Class A, B, and C requirements including Virginia-specific regulations, general contractor knowledge, and the Class A specialty exam. All classes require 8 hours of pre-license education.
Exam sponsor: Virginia DPOR. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
50 questions
Time Limit
100 minutes (General); 60 minutes (Class A Specialty)
Passing Score
70% (General); 71% (Specialty)
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
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State Laws & Licensing
Virginia DPOR Class A/B/C requirements, net worth, bond alternatives, pre-license education, and USBC
Trade Knowledge
Refrigerant handling, load calculations, ductwork design, heat pump systems, and humidity management
Mechanical Codes & Energy
USBC/IMC compliance, IECC energy efficiency, venting, combustion air, and permit requirements
Safety & Business
OSHA safety, EPA regulations, contract law, consumer protection, and business operations
Preparing for the VA HVAC Contractor Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70% (General); 71% (Specialty)
- Exam length: 50 questions
- Time limit: 100 minutes (General); 60 minutes (Class A Specialty)
- Exam / certification fees: Varies by class Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 100 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
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VA HVAC Contractor: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Virginia contractor license classes?
Class A (unlimited, 5 yrs exp, $45K net worth), Class B (up to $120K/project, 3 yrs exp, $15K net worth), Class C (up to $10K/project, 2 yrs exp, no financial requirement).
How many exam portions must I pass?
Class A requires 3 portions (Virginia, General, Specialty). Class B requires 2 (Virginia, General). Class C requires only the 8-hour pre-license course with no exam.
Does Virginia require liability insurance?
No. Virginia does not require general liability insurance as a licensing condition, though it is strongly recommended for business protection.
What is the bond alternative to net worth?
Class A or B applicants who cannot prove net worth ($45K or $15K respectively) may post a $50,000 surety bond with DPOR as an alternative.