Heat Pump Installer license in New Hampshire
New Hampshire requires a state-level heat pump installer license.
New Hampshire does not publish a state-level licensing board specific to heat pump installer work. Most heat pump installer jobs in New Hampshire fall under the hvac contractor board's scope. The board, fees, and renewal cycle shown below are the closest related state authority — always verify the specific scope of your job with the board before applying.
Required license type
New Hampshire does not license general contractors at the state level but licenses electricians, plumbers, and gas fitters through the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC). Home improvement contractors are not registered statewide.
Application requirements
Working as a heat pump installer in New Hampshire typically requires submitting an application packet to the New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board (OPLC) — including proof of experience, exam scores, and insurance.
- Proof of relevant trade experience or apprenticeship hours
- Passing score on the state trade exam(s)
- General liability insurance + workers' comp
- Surety bond filed with the board (when required)
- Business entity registration with the Secretary of State
- Background check + license fee submitted with packet
This is the standard packet most U.S. state boards require. Verify the exact list with the New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board (OPLC) before applying — requirements change by trade classification.
Fees and renewal cycle
Total cost to become a licensed heat pump installer in New Hampshire ranges from $4,800 to $17,000 (typical $9,500). The range covers application + exam fees, bond + insurance premiums, and the first year of business registration.
Most state boards renew on a 1-3 year cycle and require continuing education credits. Verify the exact renewal window and CE requirement with the New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board (OPLC) — late renewal typically triggers a reinstatement fee.
Reciprocity with neighboring states
New Hampshire borders 3 other launched states ProFix Directory tracks. Reciprocity is set by each state board individually — check the destination state for the current rule before relying on it.
Where to apply
New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board (OPLC)
Board phone: +1-603-271-2152
New Hampshire does not license general contractors at the state level but licenses electricians, plumbers, and gas fitters through the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC). Home improvement contractors are not registered statewide.
Why ProFix verifies every heat pump installer
Every pro we list in New Hampshire is matched against the New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board (OPLC) record, the Secretary of State business registry, and OSHA inspection data. We surface license status, revocation history, and bond filings on every profile so homeowners can shortlist verified pros without trusting a single review-platform score.
Common questions
- Do I need a heat pump installer license in New Hampshire?
- New Hampshire requires heat pump installer contractors to hold a New Hampshire Heat Pump Installer license from the New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board (OPLC). Apply through https://www.oplc.nh.gov/mechanical-licensing-board with a typical $9,500 total fee (range $4,800-$17,000) and a 1-3 year renewal cycle. Verify the exact classification with the board before submitting.
- Which board handles heat pump installer licensing in New Hampshire?
- New Hampshire Mechanical Licensing Board (OPLC) is the relevant authority shown in the New Hampshire licensing seed for this page. The verification or application URL in the loader is https://www.oplc.nh.gov/mechanical-licensing-board.
- How much does a heat pump installer license cost in New Hampshire?
- The recorded licensing cost range is $4,800-$17,000, with a typical total around $9,500. That range comes from the page loader and covers application, exam, bond, insurance, or registration costs where they apply.
- What requirements should New Hampshire heat pump installer applicants verify?
- New Hampshire does not license general contractors at the state level but licenses electricians, plumbers, and gas fitters through the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC). Home improvement contractors are not registered statewide.
- What does the NH Mechanical Board cover?
- Oil, Gas (LP/natural), and Solid Fuel Heating + plus mechanical-related work.
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Licensing facts shown for this trade are anchored to the closest related New Hampshire state board. Seed-backed numbers are used wherever a hand-curated entry exists.
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