General Contractor County License (Prov©)

A general contractor is certified to do construction, remodeling, and demolition of any building or structure. Does not include electrical, mechanical, or plumbing work.

Courses for the General Contractor License

Exams: General Contractor License

General Contractor Exam

Number of Questions: 80
Time Allowed (hours): 3
Subject Area and Number of Questions:
- Plan Reading & Estimating 10
- Sitework 5
- Concrete 12
- Masonry 8
- Structural Steel 10
- Carpentry & Metal Framing 12
- Roofing 4
- Associated Trades 2
- Interior Finishes 5
- Exterior Finishes 5
- Safety 7

Business Exam

This exams tests candidate's knowledge of payroll taxes, workers' compensation, unemployment compensation, lien laws and other laws or subjects that will affect their daily operations as contractors. All contractors need to take and pass this exam.

Number of Questions: 50
Time Allowed (hours): 2
Subject Area and Number of Questions:
- Business Organization 2
- Licensing 3
- Lien laws 2
- Tax Laws 5
- Safety OSHA 3
- Labor Laws 8
- Contract Management 9
- Project Management 6
- Estimating & Bidding 4
- Financial Management 5
- Risk Management 3