| Florida | yes | Certified Class A Air-Conditioning Contractor, Certified Class B Air-Conditioning Contractor | VERIFY (state contractor exam: Trade + Business & Finance sections; provider e.g. Pearson VUE/Prometric — confirm current provider) | Application $149-$249 (varies by cycle timing); biennial renewal $209. Exam fee VERIFY — conflicting data ($295 for both exams vs ~$80 per exam). | Public liability $100,000 + property damage $25,000; workers' comp or exemption. VERIFY — one source indicates $300,000 general liability. | Biennial; renewal deadline August 31 of even-numbered years. VERIFY. | Agreements with Louisiana, North Carolina, Mississippi; trade exam NOT waived (must pass FL Business & Finance). 10-year endorsement option for out-of-state licensees. VERIFY. |
| Texas | yes | — | TODO: verify exam provider | TODO: verify application, exam, and license fees | TODO: verify general liability, property damage, and bond minimums | TODO: verify renewal cycle length | TODO: verify reciprocity / endorsement agreements |