State
West Virginia
Cities Covered
2
Typical complete 3-ton system replacement
$7,500 – $17,000
BLS HVAC mechanic wage
$25.06/hr
West Virginia climate & load drivers
- IECC climate zone: 4A-5A
- Annual load split: Heating-dominant — annual heating load exceeds cooling load (5,400 HDD / 1,000 CDD)
- Dominant heating fuel: Natural gas — piped utility supply through state pipeline network
- Dominant cooling system: Central air conditioning paired with separate heating equipment
West Virginia licensing & permits
- License status: Statewide license required
- License board: West Virginia Division of Labor — HVAC Technician/Contractor license under WV Code §29-3D (official site)
- Permit: county or municipal permit required
How HVAC replacement costs vary in West Virginia
State-specific code or insurance rule: West Virginia Code §29-3D requires HVAC Technicians and Contractors to be licensed by the WV Division of Labor — uniquely housed under Labor rather than a Construction Industry Board — with separate continuing-education requirements and mandatory EPA 608 stacked credentials renewed every two years.
Cities in West Virginia
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Charleston, WV
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Huntington, WV
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