Key Takeaways
- HVAC is a high-demand, high-revenue trade accessible to asylee technicians
- No green card required — EPA 608 + EAD qualify
- Fund service vans, HVAC units, tools, and crew expansion
- Latin American and Eastern European HVAC professionals served
- 48-hour decisions
HVAC technicians who arrive as asylees and complete EPA 608 certification can operate HVAC businesses in all 50 states. The demand for qualified HVAC technicians consistently outstrips supply, and asylee entrepreneurs have filled this gap. Mexican and Guatemalan HVAC contractors serve commercial and residential clients across Texas, California, and Florida. Cuban HVAC technicians in Miami run service and installation businesses. Ukrainian and Russian HVAC engineers bring specialized skills in industrial HVAC to New York and New Jersey commercial markets.
What We Fund
- Service vans and refrigerant recovery equipment
- HVAC units and equipment for installation jobs
- Diagnostic tools and manifold gauges
- Crew payroll and subcontractor costs
- Commercial HVAC contract working capital
- Second service truck expansion
Minimum: $15,000/month in HVAC revenue, 6 months operating, US entity, EPA 608 + state contractor license, EAD.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Asylee HVAC contractors with EAD, US entity, EPA 608 certification, and $15,000+/month qualify.
EPA 608 certification is required for refrigerant handling. Many states also require an HVAC or contractor license.
Yes. Equipment purchasing for client jobs is a common use.
$15,000/month, 6 months operating, proper licensing, EAD.
Yes. Commercial, residential, and industrial HVAC all qualify.
Yes. Crew expansion payroll is a valid use.
Yes. Van financing via equipment loan or working capital.
Revenue is averaged over 12 months. Revenue-based repayment adjusts for seasonal peaks and valleys.