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Air Leakage Control Installer
Certification
Hands-On Skills That Make a Difference
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Why Earn Your ALC Certification?

Earning the Air Leakage Control Installer certification proves your ability to professionally seal air leaks in key areas of a home - such as attics, crawlspaces, and other accessible buffer zones - improving energy efficiency and comfort. It’s a valuable credential for those looking to stand out in the energy efficiency field with practical, job-ready expertise.

How to Become
Certified

 
  • Review the Certification Scheme Handbook
  • ​Optional Training: While not required, training is a great way to strengthen your knowledge for the exam.
  • Book your exam with a BPI Test Center in your area
  • Take your field exam
  • Certification: If successful, your certification will be available to download in your candidate account

Exam Information

Field exam: Verbal and hands-on
Time limit: 7 hours
Passing score: 90% or higher on the verbal portion and a 93% or higher on remaining props

To be successful, you must receive a score of 90% on the verbal portion, pass all gated props, and receive a minimum score of 93% on the remaining un-gated props.

Exam Fees: Exam prices are set by BPI Test Centers. Find your local BPI Test Center to learn more.

Recertification

 
BPI Air Leakage Control Installers must recertify every three (3) years; take the field exam again or provide specific work experience to bypass the exam.

Please review the Certification Renewal Policies and fill out the Application for Certification Renewal.

Certification Renewal Policies Application for Renewal
 

Got a Question About
the ALC Certification?

Applications for Testing Accommodations

Need accommodations for your BPI exam? Access the forms below to request special testing or language-related support.
The ALC Certification gave me the technical knowledge and confidence to step into the energy efficiency space with purpose. As a young woman in this field, I’m passionate about making safe, healthy, and energy-efficient housing more accessible—especially in underserved communities. This certification was more than a credential—it was a foundation. My long-term goal is to grow in clean energy and HVAC, eventually helping shape policy and programs that drive real change from the ground up.
Imani Lasenby – Illinois