Idaho HVAC license lookup: how to check and get a license
Idaho HVAC license lookup: who issues HVAC contractor licenses (DOPL), how to check one online, the license types, and 887 plumbing, heating and air-conditioning contractors by county.
Do HVAC contractors need a license in Idaho?
| Who licenses them | Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), HVAC Board |
|---|---|
| License types | HVAC Apprentice, HVAC Journeyman, HVAC Contractor, Specialty Apprentice, Specialty Journeyman, Specialty Contractor, Limited Heating Specialty Apprentice, Limited Heating Specialty Journeyman, Limited Heating Specialty Contractor |
| When a license is required | State HVAC license required regardless of job size; no dollar exemption found |
Idaho licenses HVAC work at apprentice, journeyman and contractor levels, with specialty and limited-heating classes. Anyone handling refrigerant also needs federal EPA Section 608 certification.
How do you look up an HVAC contractor's license in Idaho?
- Ask the HVAC contractor for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the Idaho HVAC license lookup run by DOPL.
- Search by license number first. A name search can return several people or companies with similar names.
- Check that the status is active or current, that the license type covers your job, and that the name matches the company on your contract.
- If something doesn't match, ask the HVAC contractor about it before you sign or pay a deposit, or contact DOPL.
What HVAC licenses does Idaho issue?
- HVAC Apprentice
- HVAC Journeyman
- HVAC Contractor
- Specialty Apprentice
- Specialty Journeyman
- Specialty Contractor
- Limited Heating Specialty Apprentice
- Limited Heating Specialty Journeyman
- Limited Heating Specialty Contractor
How do you get a HVAC license in Idaho?
Licenses are issued by the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), HVAC Board. Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official DOPL source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Idaho?
The Census Bureau counted 887 plumbing, heating and air-conditioning contractors with employees in Idaho in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Ada County | 212 |
|---|---|
| Canyon County | 143 |
| Kootenai County | 106 |
| Bonneville County | 61 |
| Twin Falls County | 47 |
| Bannock County | 40 |
| Bonner County | 31 |
| Blaine County | 26 |
What do Idaho homes mean for heating and cooling work?
The median home in Idaho was built in 1990, 28% of households rent and 77% of homes are single-family houses. 51% of homes heat with utility gas and 35% with electricity, and 1% with fuel oil.
How do you choose an HVAC contractor in Idaho?
- Check the state or local mechanical or HVAC license, and ask whether the technicians hold EPA 608 certification for refrigerant work.
- For a new system, ask for a load calculation (often called Manual J) rather than a size picked from square footage.
- Ask which rebates and tax credits apply to heat pumps and high-efficiency equipment, and whether the contractor files the paperwork.
- Compare quotes on the same equipment model numbers and efficiency ratings (SEER2, HSPF2, AFUE).
- Ask what the labor warranty covers, separately from the manufacturer's parts warranty.
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Sources: Idaho licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.