Nevada Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor License

The Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor License allows you to use hand and power tools to complete the following work on the surface of the earth:

  • Dig
  • Move
  • Place
  • Grading and trenching operations

The Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor License allows you to use machines and explosives to cut, fill, excavate, grade, backfill and perform other similar excavating work.

How to Get a Nevada Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor License

  1. Get a Nevada Business ID before completing the Contractor Application. Obtain the business ID by contacting the Nevada Secretary of State and filling out the application for a Nevada State Business License
  2. Collect and send the following required documentation by the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) to submit the contractor application:
  3. Present proof of past work history by providing one of the types of documentation mentioned below:
    • Four Certification of Work Experience Forms (Certificates)
      • The minimum time of experience must be of 4 full years (1460 days) but each Certification of Work Experience Form doesn't have to demonstrate four years of experience
    • Proof of transferrable military training and experience
    • An active Master's Certification issued by an officially recognized agent or governmental agency similar to the Excavating and Grading (A7) classification
    • Proof of eligibility for Licensure by Endorsement. Applicants are recommended to review the State Equivalency Chart to determine their eligibility. To be considered for licensure by endorsement, you must submit a Request for Verification of License with your application, completed by your endorsing state
  4. Fill out and send the completed Contractor License Application Form with all documents
  5. Expect an Examination Eligibility form AFTER the application has been submitted and the work experience has been verified
  6. Take and Pass the following tests administered by PSI©:
  7. When NSCB has approved the license, the applicant must submit the License Bond indicated on the approval letter and proof of Workers' Compensation Insurance
  8. The NSCB will issue the license and send it by mail to the address of the application

Nevada Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor License Exam Prep Courses

Nevada Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor License Exams

Below is all the information related to the trade and Management Survey exams, including the official reference lists.

Nevada Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor Trade Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer Based
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Number of Questions: 40
  • Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Time Allowed: 1.5 Hours
  • Minimum Passing Score: 28 Questions
  • Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
    • Earthwork Construction (18)
    • Tools and Equipment (12)
    • Safety (7)
    • Nevada One-Call (3)
  • PSI© Excavating and Grading (A7) Official Content Outline

Nevada Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor Management Survey Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer Based
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Number of Questions: 60
  • Time Allowed: 120 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 45 (75% correct)
  • Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
    • Licensing (10)
    • Estimating and Bidding (7)
    • Lien Law (3)
    • Financial Management (12)
    • Tax Laws (5)
    • Labor Laws (5)
    • Project Management (3)
    • Contracts (6)
    • Risk Management (4)
    • Environmental and Safety (5)
  • PSI© Management Survey Official Content Outline

Nevada Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Excavating and Grading (A7) and Management Survey exams. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

  • NEVADA EXCAVATING AND GRADING (A7) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $975.14
  • NEVADA EXCAVATING AND GRADING (A7) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $1,065.14

Nevada Excavating and Grading (A7) Contractor Exam Books

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Nevada Excavating and Grading (A7) Management Survey Exam Book

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