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Mississippi Contractor Licenses
State Licenses
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Law and Business Management
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - Mississippi, 4th Edition
Alarm Systems and Equipment (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited fire, heat and intrusion detection and notification systems.
- National Electrical Code, NEC, 2014
- NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code, 2010
- Fire Alarm Signaling Systems Handbook, 2010
- Certified Alarm Technicians Manual - Level 1, 2015 edition
- Low Voltage Wiring: Security/Fire Alarm Systems, 2002
- Understanding and Servicing Alarm Systems - Third Edition
Boiler Installation and Repair (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited boilers and associated gas and steam piping - residential, commercial and industrial.
- Steam Plant Operation, 9th edition, 2011
- Modern Hydronic Heating for Residential and Light Commercial Buildings
- International Mechanical Code, 2012
- International Fuel Gas Code, 2012
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- HVAC Pump Handbook, 2006
Building Construction (w/ Law and Business Management)
Any commercial, residential or industrial stucture.
- International Building Code, 2012
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 3rd Edition
- Carpentry and Building Construction, 2010 or 2016
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 15th Edition
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
- Roofing Construction & Estimating, 1995
- State of Mississippi Regulation of Excavation, Chapter 13 Regulation of Excavations Near Underground Utility Facilities
- Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals, 2003
- Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 8th edition
- Placing Reinforcing Bars, Recommended Practices, 2011
Building Construction (NASCLA Accredited) (w/ Law and Business Management)
- Construction Jobsite Management, 4th Edition
- Construction Project Management, 2014
- ACI 318-11 or ACI 318-14 (2011 or 2014): Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
- BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses, 2013
- NASCLA Contractors' Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Basic 10th or 11th Edition
- Carpentry and Building Construction, 2010 or 2016
- Erectors' Manual - Standards and Guidelines for the Erection of Pre Cast Concrete Products, 1999
- Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals, 2003
- SDI (Steel Deck Institute) Manual of Construction with Steel Deck, 2006, 2nd Edition
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting, 2011
- Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th edition
- Placing Reinforcing Bars, Recommended Practices, 2011
- Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 3rd Edition
- Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 8th edition
- Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 2014
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Carpentry and Building Construction, 2010 or 2016
- ANSI Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, 2009
- Roofing Construction and Estimating
- The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 2005
- Green Building Fundamentals, Michael Montoya, 2011
- International Building Code, 2012 or 2015 Edition
Cabinets and Millwork (w/ Law and Business Management)
Cabinet construction and installation, millwork and associated finish carpentry work.
- Finish Carpenter's Manual, Jim Tolpin, 1993
- The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction, 2001
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
Carpentry (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited Carpentry, formwork and related specialties
- Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Carpentry and Building Construction, 2010 or 2016
- BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses, 2013
- Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th edition
- Finish Carpenter's Manual, Jim Tolpin, 1993
- International Building Code, 2012
- The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction, 2001
Communication Systems (w/ Law and Business Management)
Low voltage electrical systems, except for alarms.
- National Electrical Code, NEC, 2014
- Code of Federal Regulations, 47-Telecommunications, Latest Edition
- Telecommunications Wiring - 3rd edition
- Live Sound Reinforcement: A Comprehensive Guide to P.A. and Music Reinforcement Systems and Technology, -OR- Live Sound Reinforcement, Bestseller Edition
- Lineman's and Cableman's Handbook, Shoemaker and Mack, 12th Edition
Concrete (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited concrete work
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Formwork for Concrete, 2014
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 15th Edition
- Sawcutting Joints in Concrete
- Sawcutting Concrete Flatwork, 1994
- Taking the Tedium Out of Cutting, 1981
- Tips for Cutting Concrete, 1987
- International Building Code, 2012
Conveyor Systems (w/ Law and Business Management)
Installation, maintenance and repair of all types of conveying equipment.
- Contren Learning Series - Conveyors
- Contren Learning Series - Troubleshooting and Repairing Conveyors
- Modern Welding, 2013, 11th Edition
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts, 2004
- ASME B20.1-2003 Safety Standard for Conveyors and Related Equipment 2012
Ductwork for Heating, A/C and Ventilation(w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited Ductwork for Heating A/C and Ventilation
- HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible, 2005
- Sheet Metal, 1995
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- International Mechanical Code, 2012
- NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, 2011
- ACCA Ductulator, Air Conditioning Contractors of America
Electrical Contractors (NASCLA Accredited)(w/ Law and Business Management)
- National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook, 2014 or 2017
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR 1926 - OSHA Construction Industry Regulations, 2016
- A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, Project Management Institute, 2000
- American Electricians Handbook, 2013
- ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.1, 2016
- Delmar's Standard Textbook of Electricity, 2016
- International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2015
- NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Basic 12th Edition
- NFPA 101- Standard for Life Safety Code, 2015
- NFPA 70E - Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2015
- OSHA 3071 – Job Hazard Analysis Guide, 2002
- Grounding and Bonding, 2014 Edition
- Ugly’s Electrical References, George V. Hart, 2017 Edition
Elevators and Escalators(w/ Law and Business Management)
Installation and repair of elevators and escalators.
- ASME A17.1 - Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, 2010
- ASME A17.3: Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators, 2011
- ASME A17.5: Elevator and Escalator Electrical Equipment, 2014
- National Electrical Code, NEC, 2014
- National Elevator Manufacturing Industry's Installation Manual, 2000
- ASME A17.1b 2003 Addenda to ASME A17.1-2000
Excavation and Grading (w/ Law and Business Management)
Clearing, grading and excavating
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- State of Mississippi Regulation of Excavation, Chapter 13
- Mississippi Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, 2004
Fire Sprinklers (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited Fire Suppression Systems.
- NFPA 13: Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2016
- NFPA 14: Installation of Standpipe, Private Hydrant, and Hose Systems, 2013
- NFPA 17: Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems, 2013
- NFPA 11: Standard for Low-, Medium-, and HighExpansion Foam, 2016
- NFPA 12 Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems, 2015
- NFPA 25: Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of WaterBased Fire Protection Systems, 2014
- NFPA 17A: Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems, 2013
- NFPA 2001: Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, 2015
Fueling Systems (w/ Law and Business Management)
Installation of fuel dispensing systems and storage facilities
- NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, 2015
- NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages, 2015
- RP100 UST Installation Recommended Practices for Installation of Underground Liquid Storage Systems
- RP200 AST Installation Recommended Practices for Installation of Aboveground Storage Systems for Motor Vehicle Fueling, 2013
- RP400 Electrical Continuity Recommended Procedure for Testing of Electrical Continuity of Fuel-Dispensing Hanging Hardware. 2012
- Petroleum Equipment Lexicon: The definitive dictionary of terms used in petroleum marketing operations
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
Glass, Glazing, Windows and Skylights (w/ Law and Business Management)
Limited to flat glass work in residential or commercial settings
- Guide to Glass & Glazing Requirements of the Model Building Codes, 5th edition
- Glass Association of North America Glazing Manual
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
Heavy Construction (w/ Law and Business Management)
Sewer, water and gas pipelines, grading and excavation, paving and plant construction.
- Placing Reinforcing Bars, Recommended Practices, 2011, 9th edition
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- DIPRA Installation Guide for Ductile Iron Pipe, 2015
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
- Pipe Welding Procedures, 1973
- Hot Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook (MAPH-2), AASHTO
- Pipefitter's Handbook, 3rd Edition
- State of Mississippi Regulation of Excavation, Chapter 13 Regulation of Excavations Near Underground Utility Facilities
- Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 3rd Edition
- ASME Code for Pressure Piping - B31.8 - Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems, 2014
- Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals, 2003
- Concrete Pipe and Box Culvert Installation, 2007
- Mississippi Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, 2004
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 15th Edition, 2011
- Formwork for Concrete, 2014
Highway (w/ Law and Business Management)
Roads, highways, bridges, excavation and grading.
- Hot-Mix Asphalt Paving Handbook (MAPH-2), 2000
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Mississippi Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, 2004
- State of Mississippi Regulation of Excavation, Chapter 13 Regulation of Excavations Near Underground Utility Facilities
- Placing Reinforcing Bars, Recommended Practices, 2011, 9th edition
- Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals, 2003
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 15th Edition, 2011
- Formwork for Concrete, 2014
HVAC (w/ Law and Business Management)
All aspects of heating and cooling including fuel gas systems and appliances as well as associated equipment and ductwork.
- Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Althouse, Turnquist, Bracciano, 19th or 20th edition
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- International Fuel Gas Code, 2012
- HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible, 2005
- Manual N - Load Calculation for Small Commercial Buildings, 5th Edition
- International Mechanical Code, 2012
- NFPA 58 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code 2011 Edition
- ACCA Ductulator
- Manual D, 2009, 3rd Edition
- Pipefitters Handbook - 3rd Edition
- Manual J - Residential Load Calcs, reprinted 2006
Insulation (w/ Law and Business Management)
Mechanical and Duct insulation work
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- International Mechanical Code, 2012
- Commercial and Industrial Insulation Standards, 7th Edition
Irrigation Systems (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited irrigation systems and related components.
- Simplified Irrigation Design, 2nd Edition
Landscaping (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited landscaping, planting and groundcover EXCLUDING irrigation.
- Tough-As-Nails Flowers for the South, 2003
- Landscape Construction, 2011
Lathing, Plastering and Stucco (w/ Law and Business Management)
Installation of lath, plaster, drywall, stucco and associated work.
- Plastering Skills, 1984
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th edition
- Portland Cement Plaster (Stucco) Manual
Master Electrician (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited Electrical work.
- National Electrical Code, NEC, 2014
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Ugly's Electrical References
Mechanical Contractor (w/ Law and Business Management)
All aspects of heating, cooling, refrigeration and associated equipment piping and ductwork as well as plumbing work.
- Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Althouse, Turnquist, Bracciano, 19th or 20th edition
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- International Fuel Gas Code, 2012
- HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible, 2005
- Manual N - Load Calculation for Small Commercial Buildings, 5th Edition
- International Mechanical Code, 2012
- International Plumbing Code, 2012
- NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code 2011 Edition
- NFPA 13: Installation of Sprinkler Systems
- ACCA Ductulator, Air Conditioning Contractors of America
- Manual D, 2009, 3rd Edition
- Pipefitters Handbook - 3rd Edition
Municipal (w/ Law and Business Management)
Water and Sewer pipelines and plants, associated excavation, grading and paving.
- The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction - 3rd Edition
- Placing Reinforcing Bars, Recommended Practices, 2011, 9th edition
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- DIPRA Installation Guide for Ductile Iron Pipe, 2015
- Concrete Pipe and Box Culvert Installation, 2007
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
- Formwork for Concrete, 2014, 8 th Edition
- Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals, 2003, 3rd Edition
- Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 3rd Edition
- State of Mississippi Regulation of Excavation, Chapter 13 Regulation of Excavations Near Underground Utility Facilities
Painting and Wall Covering (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited wallcovering and surface preparation.
- Painting & Decorating Craftsman's Manual and Textbook - 8th Edition
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th edition
Plumbing (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited commercial and residential plumbing NOT including fuel gas or boiler systems.
- International Plumbing Code, 2012
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, Lee Smith, 8th Edition, 2013
Process Piping (w/ Law and Business Management)
Specialized and industrial piping installation and maintenance, including associated components.
- ASME A13.1: Scheme for the Identification of Piping Systems, 2015
- ASME B31.1-2001 Power Piping, ASME Code for Pressure Piping, 2014
- ASME B31.3-2002 Process Piping, 2014
- Facility Piping Systems Handbook, 2010
- Modern Welding, 2013, 11th Edition
- Pipefitters Handbook
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
Refrigeration (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited commercial and industrial refrigeration.
- International Mechanical Code, 2012
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Industrial Refrigeration Handbook
- Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Althouse, Turnquist, Bracciano, 19th or 20th edition
Remodeling (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited (structural) remodeling and repair work, and roof coverings
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Carpentry and Building Construction, 2010 or 2016
- Finish Carpenter's Manual, Jim Tolpin, 1993
- International Building Code, 2012
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 15th Edition
- Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 8th edition
Residential Builder (w/ Law and Business Management)
Residential 1 and 2 family not over 3 stories.
- International Residential Code, 2012 edition
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction - 3rd Edition
- Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 8th edition
- Carpentry and Building Construction, 2010 or 2016
- BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses, 2013
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
- Roofing Construction & Estimating -, 1995
- Rules and Regulations Residential Contractors Mississippi State Board of Contractors
Residential Roofer (w/ Law and Business Management)
Residential 1 and 2 family not over 3 stories.
- International Residential Code, 2012 edition
- Roofing Construction & Estimating -, 1995
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- NRCA Roofing Manual: Steep Slope Roof Systems, 2017
- International Building Code, 2012
Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited Roofing and Siding installation and repair
- NRCA Roofing Manual: Steep Slope Roof Systems, 2017
- NRCA Roofing Manual: Metal Panel and SPF Roof Systems, 2016
- NRCA Roofing Manual: Membrane Roofing Systems, 2019
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Siding and Soffit - ASTM D 4756 - 96, 2006
- Roofing Construction and Estimating, Daniel Atcheson, 1995
- Carpentry and Building Construction, 2010 or 2016
- International Building Code, 2012
Sign Erection (w/ Law and Business Management)
Sign wiring, installation and erection.
- National Electrical Code, NEC, 2014
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Engineering Sign Structures: An Introduction to Analysis and Design, 2006
- Neon Installation Guide, 2002
Solar (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited solar and photovoltaic systems - residential, commercial and industrial.
- Solar Water and Pool Heating Design and Installation Manual, 2006
- International Plumbing Code, 2012
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- National Electrical Code, NEC, 2014
- Photovoltaic Systems, 3rd Edition
- The Easy Guide to Solar Electric Part II Installation Manual, 2001
- Uniform Solar Energy Code, 2015
Structural Steel (w/ Law and Business Management)
Placement and Installation of Structural and Reinforcing Steel.
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning - Level 1 Field Fundamentals, 2003
- Placing Reinforcing Bars, Recommended Practices, 2011, 9th edition
- Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 3rd Edition
- Manual of Construction with Steel Deck, 2006
Swimming Pools (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited pool and spa installation, maintenance and servicing, except for solar pool heating.
- Guide to Shotcrete, American Concrete Institute
- The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction - 3rd Edition
- The Ultimate Pool Maintenance Manual: Spas, Pools, Hot Tubs, Rockscapes and Other Water Features, 2007
- ANSI/NSPI-1 Standard for Public Swimming Pools, 2014, National Spa and Pool Institute
- ANSI/NSPI-5 American National Standard for Residential Inground Swimming Pools
- ANSI/NSPI-2 Standard for Public Spas, 1999
- ANSI/NSPI-3 - Standard for Permanently Installed Residential Spas, 2014
- Certified Pool-Spa Operators Handbook, 2006
- Circulation System Components and related materials for swimming pools, spas/hot tubs, 2015
Tile and Marble (w/ Law and Business Management)
Surface preparation and application of stone, ceramic or similar materials.
- Setting Tile
- Builders Guide to Floors
- ANSI A108/A118/A136.1:2017, American National Standard Specifications for the Installation of Ceramic Tile, 2017
- Craft Training for the Tile Professional - Tub Surrounds
- Tilesetting Workbook (TILE)
Transmission/Distribution Lines (w/ Law and Business Management)
Underground and Overhead electrical transmission lines.
- National Electrical Safety Code 2012
- National Electrical Code, NEC, 2014
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Lineman's and Cableman's Handbook, Shoemaker and Mack, 12th Edition
- Ugly's Electrical References, George V. Hart, 2008, 2011, or 2014 edition
Underground Utilities (w/ Law and Business Management)
Water, sewer and gas pipelines plus exvcavation, grading and paving.
- Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- DIPRA Installation Guide for Ductile Iron Pipe, 2015
- Concrete Pipe and Box Culvert Installation, 2007
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
- State of Mississippi Regulation of Excavation, Chapter 13 Regulation of Excavations Near Underground Utility Facilities
- ASME Code for Pressure Piping - B31.8 - Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping Systems, 2014
- Pipe Welding Procedures, Hoobasar Rampaul, 2003
Welding (w/ Law and Business Management)
Unlimited Welding Work
- Modern Welding, 2013
- Pipe Welding Procedures, 2003
