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Florida HVAC Contractor Insurance: Class A, Class B, and Mechanical License Rules
Florida licenses HVAC work as Class A air-conditioning (unlimited), Class B air-conditioning (up to 25 tons of cooling and 500,000 Btu of heating per system), or mechanical contractor. Under Fla. Admin. Code R. 61G4-15.003, these licensees must carry at least $100,000 of public liability and $25,000 of property damage insurance, and construction employers need workers’ comp or an exemption.
This guide covers Florida HVAC license classes, insurance minimums, workers’ comp rules, and typical costs. Blake Insurance Group is an independent agency licensed in Florida, and a licensed agent can compare quotes for your HVAC business.
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Florida HVAC license classes
| License | Scope |
|---|---|
| Class A air-conditioning | Unlimited central air-conditioning, refrigeration, heating, and ventilating systems |
| Class B air-conditioning | Same systems, limited to 25 tons of cooling and 500,000 Btu of heating in any one system |
| Mechanical | Unlimited, with a broader scope that includes process piping and some fuel systems |
Source: Fla. Stat. § 489.105 definitions.
Florida insurance minimums
| Coverage | Minimum |
|---|---|
| Public liability | $100,000 |
| Property damage | $25,000 |
Source: Fla. Admin. Code R. 61G4-15.003. These are license minimums, and many commercial jobs require $1 million or more.
Florida workers’ compensation
Florida construction employers with one or more employees must carry workers’ compensation, and corporate officers and LLC members count toward that total unless they qualify for an exemption (Florida Division of Workers’ Compensation).
Coverage most Florida HVAC contractors carry
- General liability: third-party injuries and property damage, such as a condensate leak that ruins a customer’s ceiling or a furnace install that starts a fire.
- Business owner’s policy: general liability bundled with property coverage for your shop, parts, and equipment stock.
- Workers’ compensation: medical bills and lost wages if an employee is hurt, including falls from roofs and attics, burns, and lifting injuries.
- Commercial auto: service vans and trucks that carry technicians, units, and refrigerant.
- Tools and equipment (inland marine): gauges, recovery machines, vacuum pumps, and brazing kits on job sites or in transit.
- Commercial umbrella: extra limits on top of general liability and auto, often required on commercial jobs.
What Florida HVAC contractors pay
| Policy | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| General liability | $101 | $1,213 |
| Business owner’s policy | $139 | $1,664 |
| Workers’ compensation | $182 | $2,189 |
| Commercial auto | $286 | $3,438 |
| Tools and equipment | $41 | $495 |
| Commercial umbrella | $81 | $968 |
Median costs for HVAC businesses that got quotes through Insureon, mostly businesses with fewer than five employees. Your price depends on payroll, the work you do, claims history, and location.
Florida HVAC insurance FAQs
How much insurance does a Florida HVAC contractor need?
At least $100,000 of public liability and $25,000 of property damage insurance for Class A, Class B, and mechanical contractors.
What is the difference between Class A and Class B in Florida?
Class A is unlimited. Class B is limited to 25 tons of cooling and 500,000 Btu of heating in any one system.
Do Florida HVAC contractors need workers’ comp?
Construction employers with one or more employees must carry it unless an officer or member qualifies for an exemption.
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