Contact the Building Commission to complete the licensing process by paying the proper fee and providing proof of required insurance and surety bond (812) 436-7880 or email cevenson@evansville.in.gov

License Process

Step 1 Complete an application form in ink or type.

· Make sure you clearly state the license for which you wish to test.

· Obtain three (3) signed notarized letters of “recommendation”, no matter what type of license you are applying for. They must be personal recommendation letters (not the company). At the board members request, they must say recommend.

· If you are applying for Hvac or Electrical license you will need to prove you have at least four (4) years of experience or 6200 hours in the field for which you are applying. Electrical and HVAC letters must be on letterhead and notarized.

· The application and letters must be submitted at one time to the Building Commission.

Step 2 The application will be submitted to the proper boards for approval to take the test. Once this is done, you will be contacted (via e-mail or phone) with approval to contact Ivy Tech to schedule and pay the required fee for each test you are taking.

· Study for the exam and find out more information about resources that are allowed in the testing center by clicking on the [study guide] at the end of each license definition.

· You are allowed to underline, highlight, and/or tab references prior to the exam.

· You are not allowed to write information in the books or to add anything to the books with the exception of permanent tabs.

· The exam fee is non-refundable if you do not call within 24 hours of exam date to cancel or reschedule. The exam cost is $175.00 for the Nunn test, that is paid to Ivy Tech.

· Ivy Tech Bookstore does not carry the older books any longer. The books may be searched for online. Anything loose leaf must be in a binder and have a copyright.

· You must bring your valid unexpired photo ID to the testing center. If you do not have the proper ID, you will have to reschedule.

· Electrical Masters, Master Mechanical, Sheet Metal, Ventilation and Refrigeration exams must receive a score of 75% or higher on each part to pass the exam. Passing scores for all other exams are 70% or higher.

· *The application is good for only one year from the date approved for testing*.

Step 3 Once the test is passed, please contact the Building Commission (812) 436-7880 or email cevenson@evansville.in.gov. Your license will be issued with the proper fee and providing proof of required insurance and surety bond. Please bring a copy of your passing score along with your documentation so we may issue your license.

· If you are mailing in a company check, “Please” add the name of the contractor.