Nevada Lathing and Plastering (C17) Contractor License

The Lathing and Plastering (C17) Contractor License allows you to perform any of the work authorized for the following subclassifications:

  • Lathing (C17A)
    • Select and applicate wood and metal lath
    • Provide suction bases for the support of:
      • Plaster Coatings
      • Fireproof Lath
      • Solid Plaster partitions
    • The Lathing (C17A) Contractor License does NOT include the following:
      • Plastering
      • Erection of:
        • Walls
        • Ceiling
        • Soffit
  • Plastering (C17B)
    • Coat surfaces with plaster made of a mixture of such materials as:
      • Sand
      • Cement
      • Quicklime
      • Hydrated Lime
      • Water
  • Drywall (C17C)
    • Install and coat of:
      • Gypsum wallboard
      • Sheathing
      • Suspended ceilings systems made of gypsum wallboard
  • Acoustical Tile (C17D)
    • Prepare the surfaces and install, by the use of adhesives or other acceptable means, acoustical tile made of:
      • Wood
      • Mineral
      • Fiber
  • Coatings of Stucco and Cement (C17E)
    • Prepare the surfaces and applicate, whether by manual or mechanical means, coatings made of:
      • Stucco
      • Cement
    • Provide a base, including:
      • Fireproof lath
  • Studs of Sheet Metal (C17F)
    • Erect and install studs made of sheet metal for the framing of:
      • Ceilings
      • Nonstructural partitioning walls

How to Get a Nevada Lathing and Plastering (C17) 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 Lathing and Plastering (C17) 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 Lathing and Plastering (C17) Contractor License Exam Prep Courses

Nevada Lathing and Plastering (C17) Contractor License Exams

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

Nevada Lathing and Plastering (C17) 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):
    • Safety (5)
    • Surface Preparation (11)
    • Drywall (5)
    • Application (10)
    • Base and Finish Coat (9)
  • PSI© Lathing and Plastering (C17) Official Content Outline

Nevada Lathing and Plastering (C17) 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 Lathing and Plastering (C17) Contractor Book Set

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