Should I repair or replace my failing rooftop HVAC unit tonight in Columbia?

In Columbia, you can repair your rooftop HVAC unit tonight without a permit, but replacing it requires a permit pulled by a licensed contractor.

Permit requirements for HVAC work in Columbia

Permit needed for replacement	Yes, an HVAC permit is required for replacing gas or oil fired equipment, or when seeking a geothermal tax credit.
The specific rule	A permit is mandatory for residential HVAC work, specifically for replacing gas or oil fired systems or when pursuing a geothermal tax credit.
Issuing office	Howard County - Department of Inspections, Licenses, Permits

No company takes requests through this site for Columbia yet: the facts above and the sources below are what there is to go on.

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We left out who must pull the permit and permit fee: the source doesn't state it clearly enough. Ask the office or utility named on this page.