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New Hampshire · HVAC Technicians · 2026 renewal guide

How to Renew Your New Hampshire HVAC Technician License

New Hampshire hvac technicians must complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as required by New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board.

Written by the TradesCE compliance team · Verified against the New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board rule on September 6, 2026.

CE hours
6 hours
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years
Next deadline
Per license
Exam to renew
Not required

Who has to renew

This guide covers New Hampshire hvac technicians holding a license in one of these classes: hearth system installation and service technician, Continuing education. Requirements are set by New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board.

When to renew

New Hampshire hvac technicians licenses renew every 2 years, on the schedule your board assigns to your license. Continuing education must be complete before you submit the renewal. (N.H. Code Admin. R. Mec 402.01(a) https://gc.nh.gov/rules/state_agencies/mec400.html)

The continuing education New Hampshire requires

New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board requires 6 hours of approved continuing education every 2 years. The hours must cover these topics:

  • The New Hampshire adopted codes and standards for the fuel gas fitting discipline — at least 6 hours

How to renew, step by step

  1. 1

    Confirm your license class and renewal date

    New Hampshire sets hvac technicians requirements by license class (hearth system installation and service technician, Continuing education). Check the class printed on your license, then note your renewal date — renewals run the schedule your board assigns to your license.

  2. 2

    Complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education

    New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board requires 6 hours every 2 years, including The New Hampshire adopted codes and standards for the fuel gas fitting discipline. Do not leave it for the last week — completions must be on file before the deadline.

    See the New Hampshire hvac technicians course
  3. 3

    Save your certificate of completion

    Download the certificate the moment you finish and keep it with your license records.

  4. 4

    Make sure your hours reach the board

    In New Hampshire, you keep your certificate and attest to completion when you renew; the board may audit.

  5. 5

    Renew with New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board

    Submit your renewal through the board’s online portal and pay the renewal fee before the deadline. A late renewal usually means a late fee, and a lapsed license can mean re-applying from scratch.

    Go to New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board

Online courses for New Hampshire hvac technicians

New Hampshire hvac technician renewal FAQ

How many continuing education hours do New Hampshire hvac technicians need?
New Hampshire hvac technicians must complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education every 2 years, as set by New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board.
Which license classes does the New Hampshire hvac technicians CE requirement apply to?
The 6 hours requirement applies to: hearth system installation and service technician, Continuing education.
What topics are required for New Hampshire hvac technicians continuing education?
New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board requires coverage of: The New Hampshire adopted codes and standards for the fuel gas fitting discipline (6 hours).
Can New Hampshire hvac technicians complete continuing education online?
Yes. Board-approved online courses count toward the New Hampshire requirement; timed seat-time and completion records satisfy audit requirements.

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