Georgia General Limited Tier Contractor License

The General Limited Tier Contractor License allows you to do the following work:

  • Financially limited services related to the construction of all types of structures:
    • Private
    • Industrial
    • Commercial
    • Institutional
    • Public

Electrical contracting, plumbing, conditioned air contracting, low voltage contracting, or utility contracting may not be performed by the General Contractor but shall only be performed by a licensed contractor to perform such work.

How to Get the General Limited Tier Contractor’s License in Georgia?

  1. Fulfill the age requirement which is 21
  2. Complete the Application for License by Examination - General Contractor Form. Include the desired license type between individual or qualifying agent
  3. Deliver proof of work experience from one of the following options:
    • Have a total of four years of proven active work experience in a field relevant to the construction industry. For at least two of those years, the candidate must have worked either as a General Contractor or an employee of one, and at least one year performing work in administration, marketing, accounting, estimating, drafting engineering, supervision, project management, or functions deemed substantially similar by the Division
    • Have a combination of accredited academic college courses and proven practical experience in work as a General Contractor or at least four years of other similar experiences as approved by the Division
    • Have a four-year baccalaureate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, building construction, or a related field acceptable by the General Contractor Division from an accredited college or university. Also, the candidate must have one year of experience working under the employment of or as a General Contractor or prove a minimum of four years of experience performing any work considered substantially similar by the Division
  4. Demonstrate financial responsibility and insurance requirements:
    • Affirm a minimum net worth of $25,000
    • A minimum amount of $500,000.00 of general liability insurance per occurrence
    • Proof of having workers' compensation insurance if the applicant has three or more employees as per Georgia Law
    • Financial limit of no more than $1,000,000 for any contract
  5. Send all the required documents along with the completed, notarized examination application, and expect the Board’s approval letter. The application may be sent to:
    State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors,
    237 Coliseum Drive,
    Macon, GA 31217
  6. Fulfill and send the appropriate PSI© exam application, once the exam approval letter is received
  7. Take and pass the NASCLA trade, and Business and Law examinations
  8. Await the Residential and General Contractors Board’s response regarding when the license will be issued

Applicants who wish to reactivate or reinstate a Georgia General Contractor License must complete one of the application forms depending on the license or whether they are an individual or qualifying agent. A General Contractor Limited Tier Individual or Qualifying Agent who has previously held the license in the State of Georgia can apply by Prior Approval.

Georgia General Limited Tier Contractor License Exam Prep Courses

Georgia General Limited Tier Contractor License Exams

Below is all the information related to the trade and Business & Law exams, including the official reference lists.

Georgia NASCLA - Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors

  • Testing Method: Computer-based testing; open book
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Number of Questions: 115
  • Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Time Allowed: 330 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 81 Questions (70%)
  • Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
    • General Requirements (25)
    • Site Construction (15)
    • Concrete (6)
    • Masonry (4)
    • Metals (6)
    • Wood (5)
    • Thermal and Moisture Protection (5)
    • Doors, Windows, and Glazing (4)
    • Finishes (5)
    • Mechanical and Plumbing Systems (6)
    • Electrical Systems (3)
    • Procurement and Contracting Requirements (31)
  • NASCLA - Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors Official Content Outline

Georgia Business & Law Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer-based testing; open book
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Number of Questions: 50
  • Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Time Allowed: 120 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 35 Question (70%)
  • Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
    • Licensing Requirements (5)
    • Estimating and Bidding (7)
    • Business Organization and Financial Management (7)
    • Tax Laws (5)
    • Labor Laws (5)
    • Project Management and Lien Law (6)
    • Contracts (6)
    • Risk Management (4)
    • Environmental and Safety (5)
  • PSI© Business & Law Exam Official Content Outline

Georgia General Limited Tier Contractor Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the General Limited Tier and Business & Law exams. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

  • GEORGIA GENERAL LIMITED TIER - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $2,498.01
  • GEORGIA GENERAL LIMITED TIER - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $2,598.01

Georgia NASCLA - Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors Exam Books

Books Allowed in Testing

Georgia General Limited Tier Business & Law Exam Book

Book Allowed in Testing