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2026 Statistics

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

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.

Questions

50 scored questions

Time Limit

100 minutes (General); 60 minutes (Class A Specialty)

Passing Score

70% (General); 71% (Specialty)

Exam Fee

Varies by class (Virginia DPOR)

VA HVAC Contractor Exam Content Outline

25%

State Laws & Licensing

Virginia DPOR Class A/B/C requirements, net worth, bond alternatives, pre-license education, and USBC

25%

Trade Knowledge

Refrigerant handling, load calculations, ductwork design, heat pump systems, and humidity management

25%

Mechanical Codes & Energy

USBC/IMC compliance, IECC energy efficiency, venting, combustion air, and permit requirements

25%

Safety & Business

OSHA safety, EPA regulations, contract law, consumer protection, and business operations

How to Pass 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 fee: Varies by class

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

VA HVAC Contractor Study Tips from Top Performers

1Master Virginia DPOR Class A/B/C requirements: experience years, net worth, exam portions, and project value limits
2Study Virginia's mixed-humid climate effects: latent load calculations, dehumidification, and heat pump system design
3Learn USBC (Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code) requirements based on ICC model codes
4Review EPA Section 608 regulations, refrigerant recovery, and the AIM Act HFC phase-down timeline
5Understand Virginia mechanics' lien law (90-day filing), Consumer Protection Act, and contract requirements

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.