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HVAC Technician License Requirements in Texas

Issued by: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)Verified: April 2026
License Required
Required
Application Fee
$20
Renewal
1 year
Exam Required
No
Bond Required
No

Requirements

  1. 1Must be at least 16 years old
  2. 2Submit completed ACR Technician Registration application (online or by mail)
  3. 3Pay non-refundable $20 registration fee
  4. 4Must work under supervision of a licensed ACR contractor
  5. 5May not advertise air conditioning and refrigeration services independently
  6. 6Criminal history background check required

How to Apply

Anyone who assists a licensed air conditioning and refrigeration contractor in Texas must register as an ACR Technician with TDLR. The registration requires an application and non-refundable $20 fee. Technicians must be at least 16 years old and must work under the supervision of a licensed ACR contractor. Registrations are valid for 1 year.
Apply at Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Costs

Application Fee
$20
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do HVAC technicians need a license in Texas?
Yes. Anyone assisting a licensed ACR contractor with air conditioning and refrigeration work must register as an ACR Technician with TDLR. The registration fee is $20.
What is the fee for a Texas HVAC technician registration?
The non-refundable ACR Technician Registration fee is $20, submitted online or by mail to TDLR.
How old do you have to be to register as an HVAC technician in Texas?
You must be at least 16 years old to apply for an ACR Technician Registration in Texas.
Can an HVAC technician advertise services independently in Texas?
No. ACR Technicians may not advertise air conditioning and refrigeration services on their own. They must work under the supervision of a licensed ACR contractor.
How long is a Texas HVAC technician registration valid?
ACR Technician Registrations are valid for 1 year from the date of issue and must be renewed annually.

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Data sourced from official state government portal. Last verified April 2026.
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