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The following references are recommended for the North Carolina Heating Group 3 exam. Please note that Manual N and Manual Q are needed for the Class I exam only.
Additionally, you can order the reference North Carolina Business and Project Management for Contractors.
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Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 22nd Edition
$206.99View ProductModern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning is the HVACR standard for a new generation of learner. It correlates to HVAC Excellence and PAHRA accreditation requirements to ensure complete coverage that prepares students for career success.
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ACCA Ductulator – Duct Calculation Slide Rule
$59.99View ProductOne of our most popular catalog items! This durable two-sided plastic sizing wheel comes with a complete instruction manual for residential and commercial duct-sizing procedures. Designed by Hank Rutkowski.
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Manual J Residential Load Calculation (8th Edition Version 2.50)
$158.99View ProductManual J 8th Edition Version 2.50 is the national ANSI-recognized standard for producing HVAC equipment sizing loads for single-family detached homes, small multi-unit structures, condominiums, town houses, and manufactured homes. A proper load calculation, performed in accordance with the Manual J 8th Edition procedure, is required by national building codes and most state and local jurisdictions.
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North Carolina State Building Code: Administrative Code and Policies 2018 – Loose Leaf
$43.99View ProductIncludes all of the administrative codes and policies of the 2018 North Carolina State Building Codes.
IMPORTANT UPDATE
Per NC.gov:
“Update: November 11, 2025 – As of this date, the conditions of Section 5.12 (b) (see page 2) have not been met. This means that the effective date of the 2024 Building Code will be more than 12 months away. The earliest possible date is January 1, 2027, but that date has not been confirmed.”
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Manual D – Residential Duct Systems [ANSI/ACCA 1 Manual D – 2016]
$89.99View ProductDesign a residential duct system in less time with the streamlined Manual D duct procedure. The newly released Manual D has been significantly revised to include:
- Updated and expanded VAV guidance, with detailed examples.
- Impacts of excess length, sag and compression in flexible ducts.
- New equivalent length values for flex duct junction boxes.
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North Carolina State Building Code: Residential Code 2018 – Loose Leaf
$168.99View ProductThis is a fully integrated code based on the 2018 International Residential Code.
IMPORTANT UPDATE
Per NC.gov:
“Update: November 11, 2025 – As of this date, the conditions of Section 5.12 (b) (see page 2) have not been met. This means that the effective date of the 2024 Building Code will be more than 12 months away. The earliest possible date is January 1, 2027, but that date has not been confirmed.”
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Manual N – Commercial Load Calculation for Small Commercial Buildings, 5th Edition
$129.99View ProductManual N gives you a faster way to estimate heating and cooling loads for small and mid-size commercial structures. This “tried and true” manual, favorite to contractors since 1988, provides data and procedures for load calculations for summer and winter…
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North Carolina State Building Code: Fuel Gas Code 2018 – Loose Leaf
$109.99View ProductThis is a fully integrated code based on the 2018 International Fuel Gas Code.
IMPORTANT UPDATE
Per NC.gov:
“Update: November 11, 2025 – As of this date, the conditions of Section 5.12 (b) (see page 2) have not been met. This means that the effective date of the 2024 Building Code will be more than 12 months away. The earliest possible date is January 1, 2027, but that date has not been confirmed.”
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North Carolina State Building Code: Mechanical Code 2018 – Loose Leaf
$109.99View ProductThis is a fully integrated code based on the 2018 International Mechanical Code.
IMPORTANT UPDATE
Per NC.gov:
“Update: November 11, 2025 – As of this date, the conditions of Section 5.12 (b) (see page 2) have not been met. This means that the effective date of the 2024 Building Code will be more than 12 months away. The earliest possible date is January 1, 2027, but that date has not been confirmed.”
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North Carolina State Building Code: Energy Conservation Code 2018 – Loose Leaf
$61.99View ProductThis is a fully integrated code based on the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code.
IMPORTANT UPDATE
Per NC.gov:
“Update: November 11, 2025 – As of this date, the conditions of Section 5.12 (b) (see page 2) have not been met. This means that the effective date of the 2024 Building Code will be more than 12 months away. The earliest possible date is January 1, 2027, but that date has not been confirmed.”
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Manual Q Commercial Low Pressure Low Velocity Duct System Design 1st Edition ACCA
$82.99View ProductManual Q is your one-stop reference book on the low-pressure, low-velocity systems used in small and mid-size commercial buildings. Manual Q gives you time-saving “quick” fitting loss tables and a complete set of fitting loss tables compiled from the ASHRAE and SMACNA handbooks. (316 pages)
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Redi-Tag Permanent Tabs – 375 Blank Tabs
$44.99View ProductRedi-Tag permanent tabs are self-sticking and you can print on your laser printer in minutes or write directly on them. Made of heavy duty, durable plastic that won’t tear of curl. Input and format text using Windows® versions of Microsoft® Word and WordPerfect®. Actual size of tab 1-1/8″ x 1-1/4″. 100 tabs per pack.
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North Carolina Heating Group 3, Class 1, Contractor License – Tab pack
$109.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for all references allowed to be used during the exam.
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North Carolina Heating Group 3, Class 1, Contractor License – Books Only Package
$1,453.87View ProductNorth Carolina Heating Group 3, Class 1, Contractor License requires pre-approval prior to sitting for the state exam. As of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
IMPORTANT UPDATE
Per NC.gov:
“Update: November 11, 2025 – As of this date, the conditions of Section 5.12 (b) (see page 2) have not been met. This means that the effective date of the 2024 Building Code will be more than 12 months away. The earliest possible date is January 1, 2027, but that date has not been confirmed.”
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North Carolina Contractors Guide to Business and Project Management for Plumbing, Heating, and Sprinklers, 6th Edition
$119.99View ProductThis book is organized into three sections. Part 1 focuses on planning and starting your business. Part 2 Covers fundamentals you will need to know in order to operate a successful construction business. Part 3 provides valuable information to assist you.
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North Carolina Heating Group 3, Class 11, Contractor License – Tab pack
$79.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for all references allowed to be used during the exam.
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