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EAP Policy Manual FFY24 Chapter 6 Energy Related Repair Page 16 includes low voltage wiring, such as the wiring for a thermostat. The licensed electrician can also do any electrical work inside the furnace or to a device attached to a furnace. • If the hot water heater was vented into the same flue as the old furnace then it must be vented in a way to ensure proper drafting after the new furnace is installed. • A heating contractor without an electrical license has to have a certificate of completion from a heating, ventilating, air conditioning or refrigeration apprenticeship program approved by the state of Minnesota to do any electrical work inside or physically attached to a furnace. Without the certificate, they cannot reconnect the household’s electric circuit to a new heating system. Contractors must: • Be registered with Commerce and Minnesota Management & Budget (MMB). Mechanical contractors register by submitting the completed Mechanical Contractor Registration for EAP Payments form to the Service Provider, which is then provided to Commerce to complete registration. See the Mechanical Contractor Registration section of Chapter 16 – Mechanical Contractors for the complete list of required registration information. • Be bonded, licensed, and insured as required by pertinent laws, ordinances, regulations, or codes. • Not be excluded/debarred from receiving Federal funds. • Be well trained in the proper furnace installation. • Be able to perform pressure checks when required. • Warranty work and materials in each household where service is provided. The warranty must be in writing, with the original provided to the household and a copy to the Service Provider. • Follow state law concerning the disposal of controls containing mercury. • Meet the following minimum insurance coverage requirements: • Property damage: $50,000. • Bodily injury and liability: $100,000/$200,000. • Basic workers compensation where required.