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South Carolina Residential HVAC License
Residential HVAC Contractor Licensing & Exam Prep
South Carolina requires all Residential HVAC Contractors to obtain a Residential Specialty HVAC License before any bidding or Residential HVAC work can take place. The Business & Law test accompanies this exam as a requirement for licensure.
All of our training is offered in an online self-paced format. Our exam prep is designed to help you pass your tests the first time, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. All of our courses are available from almost any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your South Carolina Residential HVAC Contractor License.
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What type of work can be done with this license?
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Residential HVAC Contractor
Residential HVAC Contractors are licensed to install, replace, and repair air conditioning equipment and systems, limited to five tons cooling and 175,000 BTU/HR heating per unit. Among other things, they are also permitted to work on liquid fuel piping and tanks (except those used for liquid propane gas), water and gas piping from service and heating circuits and air handling systems, including gas fired furnaces and space heaters.
What are the requirements to getting a license?
Exams- Pass SC Residential HVAC Contractor Exam
- Pass Residential Business Management & Law Exam
Financial- Furnish an original surety bond with the license fee after passing the examination if the total cost of construction exceeds $5,000. The bond must be the original document signed by the applicant, in the amount of $10,000, with the power of attorney attached and the individuals name listed as principal.
Experience- Submit 1 year of experience under a residential builder or HVAC contractor within the preceding 5 years.
How do I obtain a license?
To apply for your license, contact the South Carolina Residential Builders Commission at 803-896-4696 or visit Residential Builders Commission.
The state does not require continuing education prior to each renewal. Also, South Carolina has reciprocity agreements for this license with Alabama and North Carolina.
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.
Preparing to pass the State exam is a critical part of the licensing process. Failing the exam can result in substantial delays before you are able to work under your license. We offer industry leading exam prep and all of the required books, at an unbeatable price.
A passing score on the exam is required prior to submitting an application. Contact PSI to schedule the examination. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities.
After completing all the steps above, it will be time to apply through RBC to obtain your South Carolina Residential HVAC Contractor license. Have questions or concerns with this process (or just a lack of time)? Learn more about how we can assist with our Application Processing Program.
Which exam do I need to take?
To schedule your exam, visit psiexams.com or call 855-340-3701.
South Carolina Contractors must pass two examinations: their Trade and Business & Law.
South Carolina Residential HVAC Contractor Exam
- Total Questions: 80
- Passing Score: 52 correct
- Time: 240 minutes
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Topics include: Insulation; Hangers and Supports; Sound, Vibration & Seismic Control; Heating and Cooling Principles; Refrigerants; Load Calculations; Testing, Adjusting and Balancing; Control; A/C and Heat Pump Equipment; Furnaces and Heaters; Chimneys, Flues and Vents; Combustion Air; Ducts; Ventilation and Exhausts; Safety; Fuel Gas; LP Gas; Fuel Oil; Piping
Business Management and Law for Residential Contractors Exam
- Total Questions: 50
- Passing Score: 34 correct
- Time: 120 minutes
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Topics include: Business Management; Licensing Laws and Rules; Estimating and Bidding; Contracts and Agreements; Project Management; Insurance and Bonding; Safety Recordkeeping and Reporting; Labor Laws and Employment Regulations; Financial Management; Tax Laws; Liens; Environmental Laws and Regulations
How do I pass the exam?
The South Carolina exams are open book. The references below are permitted to be tabbed, highlighted, and used during your test! Unfortunately, our online course is NOT permitted to be accessed during the State exam.
Online Exam Prep Includes:
- Calculation Lessons - Here, we teach you load calculations for sizing HVAC ducts, and heating & cooling systems.
- Highlighting Guides - Introduce the critical information in your book(s). This will familiarize you with each book’s content and its layout.
- Quizzes - These practice quizzes are based on each individual book/reference. They reinforce key concepts.
- Test Simulation / Practice Exam - Comprehensive exams randomly generated from our database of questions. Test simulations are restricted by time, and hints are disabled. Test simulations are as close to the real exam as you can get.
- Guide to Tabbing - This section includes tabbing books and other test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.
South Carolina Residential HVAC Online Exam Prep
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South Carolina Residential HVAC Bundle
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2021 International Mechanical Code
2018 International Fuel and Gas Code
ACCA Duct Calculation Slide Rule
Manual J - Residential Load Calcs (Full Edition)
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
OSHA 1926
Residential Oil Burners
SMACNA Duct Construction Standards Metal and Flexible
The Business Management and Law for Residential Contractors Exam must also be passed
South Carolina Residential Business and Law Online Exam Prep
South Carolina NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Residential Builders, 9th Edition
9-10 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
Why should I choose RocketCert?
At RocketCert, we strive to be the best (while having fun in the process). This means having not only the best quality of education, but also industry leading technology. Best yet, we are here for you 7 days a week. Have a question or comment? Give us a call or contact us to send us a message. Ready to begin? Select your State above and start immediately. Of course, you can resume later!
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