Alabama Heating and Air Conditioning or Refrigeration Contractor Bond
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How much does an Alabama heating and air conditioning or refrigeration contractor bond cost?
The Alabama heating and air conditioning or refrigeration contractor bond costs $100 annually. Select the multi-year discount at checkout to extend your bond term and save money!
How do I get an HVACR contractor bond in Alabama?
You can purchase your Alabama heating and air conditioning or refrigeration contractor bond online 24/7. Simply provide your HVACR contractor name, address, and license type for Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors filing approval. Once your payment has been received, your official contractor bond will be emailed to you instantly.
How fast can I get a heating/air conditioning/refrigeration contractor bond?
SuretyBonds.com offers instant Alabama heating and air conditioning or refrigeration contractor bond delivery 24/7. Buy now to receive your official Alabama surety bond delivered in minutes by email.
What is an Alabama heating and air conditioning or refrigeration contractor bond?
Alabama Administrative Code Rule 440-X-3-.04 requires individuals file a $15,000 surety bond when applying to be licensed as heating and air conditioning and/or refrigeration contractors. The state's official bond form is titled “Contractor’s Performance Bond” but is commonly known as the “HVAC contractor bond,” “air conditioning contractor bond,” or “refrigerator contractor bond.” The bond form specifically requires licensed HVACR contractors to faithfully observe all Alabama ordinances and laws - including those of municipalities and counties - and perform their construction work in a workmanlike manner according to all building codes.
Why is the heating and air conditioning contractor bond required?
You must file this Alabama surety bond to be licensed to work as an HVAC contractor or refrigeration contractor in the state. By filing this bond, you agree to comply with Alabama Administrative Code Chapter 440 Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors as well as building codes enforced by municipalities and counties. If you fail to do so, your issuing surety company will pay valid claims up to your full $15,000 surety bond amount, which you must reimburse.
What is the role of the obligee in an Alabama heating and air conditioning or refrigeration contractor bond?
The Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors enforces the state's license requirements for refrigerator and HVAC contractors, including the $15,000 surety bond requirement. If you have questions about your existing HVAC license or new contractor license application, you can contact the Board by calling 1(334) 242-5550 or emailing [email protected].
The Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors requires this bond for state HVAC contractor licensing. If you work as a contractor in other trades or areas in the state, we also offer other Alabama contractor license bonds.
What are the consequences of not having an Alabama heating and air conditioning or refrigeration contractor bond?
Alabama Administrative Code requires this bond for new HVACR contractor applicants and instructs that proof of your active bond may be required annually during the state license renewal process. If you fail to file your HVAC or refrigeration contractor bond, your state license will not be issued. If you fail to renew your bond annually to keep it active for the duration of your Alabama contractor license, your license can be revoked for noncompliance, and you risk legal consequences from the state.
Need a surety bond for a construction project in Alabama?
Alabama requires HVAC and refrigeration contractors to file this bond for state licensing. If you need a surety bond before beginning an individual construction project, you might need a bid bond, payment bond, performance bond, or other type of contract bond. If you work in a state other than Alabama, we also offer contractor license bonds across the United States.
How do I update my Alabama HVAC or refrigerating contractor bond?
If the Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors requires your bond form to be updated for any reason, contact your surety company. If you purchased your bond from SuretyBonds.com, email [email protected] to explain the needed change. The most common changes requested are updating your contrator name, address, or license type to match your existing refrigeration/HVAC license or new Alabama HVAC contractor application.
How do I renew my refrigerator contractor or HVAC technician bond?
You must renew your Alabama heating and air conditioning or refrigeration contractor bond before its current term expires. Once you pay your SuretyBonds.com renewal invoice, instructions will be provided to keep your bond active for your next license term as required for refrigerator contractor and HVAC license requirements.
How do HVACR contractors apply for a license in Alabama?
Complete the steps below to apply for your Alabama HVAC license or refrigeration contractor license.
- Determine if you need a heating and air conditioning contractor license, a refrigeration contractor license, or both.
- Pass the required HACR HVAC/Refrigeration Examination, and pay the $150 exam fee.
- Fill out your HACR Business Information (Form AL-2).
- Pay the $190 certification fee.
- Purchase your $15,000 Alabama surety bond.
- Submit your Alabama contractor license application online, or email your HACR Application for Licensure (Form AL-1) to [email protected].
If you're applying for a reciprocity license, you must fill out a separate Reciprocity Application to comply with Alabama state HVAC license requirements.
What are the penalties for violating the terms of an Alabama heating and air conditioning or refrigeration contractor bond?
To avoid claims on your HVACR bond, you must comply with all Alabama ordinances and laws - including those of municipalities and counties - and perform your construction work in a workmanlike manner according to all building codes. If you fail to do so, your issuing surety company will pay valid claims up to your full $15,000 bond amount, which you must reimburse.
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