HVAC Installation Licensing in Iowa
Indexation gate: passedIowa HVAC installation: Heating, cooling, hydronics, and refrigeration equipment must be contracted by a licensed Mechanical Contractor under the Iowa PMSB (IC 105). Backed by a $5,000 surety bond, $500,000 general liability insurance, and federal EPA Section 608 certification.
Applicable Iowa Statutory Requirements
Iowa Mechanical / HVAC Contractor License Mandate
ia:statute:ic-105Under Iowa Code § 105.10, any contractor performing heating, ventilation, air conditioning, hydronics, or refrigeration work must hold a contractor license issued by the Iowa PMSB.
Locator: Iowa Code § 105.10
Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Surety Bond ($5,000)
ia:statute:ic-105Under Iowa Code § 105.10 and 641 IAC 29, plumbing and mechanical contractors must maintain a continuous $5,000 surety bond filed with the Iowa PMSB.
Locator: Iowa Code § 105.10
Plumbing & Mechanical Contractor General Liability Insurance ($500,000)
ia:reg:641-iac-29Licensed plumbing and mechanical contractors must maintain public liability insurance of at least $500,000 protecting against bodily injury and property damage.
Locator: 641 IAC 29.2
Iowa Division of Labor Contractor Registration Mandate
ia:statute:ic-91cUnder Iowa Code § 91C.2, every contractor and subcontractor engaging in construction contracting in Iowa who earns at least $2,000 per year must register with the Iowa Division of Labor before bidding, advertising, or performing construction.
Locator: Iowa Code § 91C.2