SB124 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Gerald H. AllenSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors, Board of, additional requirements regarding system filter replacement, duct cleaning, testing duct tightness, definition of terms, fees, classroom training, Secs. 34-31-18, 34-31-20, 34-31-21, 34-31-24, 34-31-25 am'd.

Summary

SB124 would expand the Board’s regulation to include duct cleaning, duct airtightness testing, and filter replacement, add training requirements, and create a classroom training pathway for home builders.

What This Bill Does

It amends regulations to regulate duct cleaning, duct air tightness testing, and filter replacement under the Board of Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Contractors. It creates new or expanded contractor classifications, requires registration and training for duct tightness testers and for filter replacement/duct cleaning contractors, and sets renewal periods and fees. The board may discipline noncompliant registrants and can adopt minimum repair and service standards. It also provides for classroom training for home builders through the Alabama Home Builders Foundation and outlines funding arrangements related to training tools.

Who It Affects

• HVAC contractors and business entities involved in filter replacement and/or duct cleaning, who must register, meet training requirements, and may face discipline or penalties for noncompliance.
• Individuals performing duct air tightness testing, who must register with the board, complete specified training programs (e.g., HERS/Rater, BPI, QCATV), and renew annually.
• Home builders and their licensed personnel who perform duct tightness testing on projects, who may register as duct tightness testers and must complete required training.
• Alabama Home Builders Foundation, which may receive funds and provide classroom training tools; funds may revert to the State General Fund if the foundation loses nonprofit status.

Key Provisions

• Defines new/updated terms: Certified Filter Replacement and Duct Cleaning Contractor, Duct Air Tightness Testing Contractor, and Duct Tightness Testing.
• Adds regulation of filter replacement, duct cleaning, and duct air tightness testing to the Board’s authority, including definitions, training, and fees.
• Requires registration and board-approved training for duct air tightness testers; allows the board to list registered testers and establish training and renewal requirements.
• Requires fourth hours of board-approved training for Filter Replacement and Duct Cleaning Contractors; requires annual registration/renewal with nonrefundable fees.
• Authorizes the board to discipline registrants who fail to meet standards and to adopt minimum repair and service standards for certified contractors with notice and enforcement provisions.
• Creates a funding and training framework with the Alabama Home Builders Foundation; funds may be transferred to support classroom training tools, with provisions if the foundation loses nonprofit status.
• Sets fee caps: certificate and renewal fees not to exceed $200; apprentice registration/renewal up to $50; Filter Replacement/Duct Cleaning Contractor registration/renewal up to $100; Duct Envelope Testing Contractor registration/renewal up to $100.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors, Board of