Nevada Painting (C4A) Contractor License

The Painting (C4A) Contractor License allows you to do the following installation and application of:

  • All paints
  • Varnishes
  • Protective coatings
  • Shellacs
  • Stains and other pigment by brush
  • Spray or roller
  • Polyurethane or similar products

How to Get a Nevada Painting (C4A) Contractor License?

  1. Acquire a Nevada Business ID before completing your NV Contractor Application. Contact the Nevada Secretary of State to complete the Nevada Business License Application to obtain a Nevada Business ID
  2. Gather the required documents from the Nevada State Contractors Board NSCB and submit them with your contractor application
  3. Show proof of your work history by submitting one of the following types of documents:
    • Four Certifications of Work Experience Forms (Certificates):
      • Total experience time must be at least four full years (1460 days). However, not all forms of work experience are required to each prove four years of experience
    • Proof of transferable military training and experience
    • Proof of eligibility for Licensure by Endorsement. Applicants are advised to review the State Equivalency Chart to determine their eligibility. In addition, to be considered for licensure by endorsement, you must submit with your application a Request for Verification of License completed by your endorsing state
    • An active Master's Certification issued by an officially recognized agent or governmental agency similar to the Painting (C4A) classification
  4. Submit the Nevada Contractor License Application Form and complete it along with all supporting documentation
  5. After the application has been submitted and work experience has been verified, await the exam eligibility form
  6. Complete and pass the following tests administered by PSI©:
  7. Once NSCB approves the license, the applicant must provide the License Bond and workers' compensation insurance specified in the approval letter
  8. NSCB will complete the Painting (C4A) license issuance and send it to the applicant's address

Nevada Painting (C4A) Contractor License Exam Prep Courses

Nevada Painting (C4A) Contractor License Exams

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

Nevada Painting (C4A) Contractor Trade Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer Based
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Number of Questions: 30
  • Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Time Allowed: 1 Hour
  • Minimum Passing Score: 21 Questions
  • Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
    • Materials (6)
    • Surface Preparation (6)
    • Application (6)
    • Tools (4)
    • Problems and Prevention (2)
    • Safety (4)
    • Color (2)
  • PSI© Painting (C4A) Official Content Outline

Nevada Painting (C4A) 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 Painting (C4A) Contractor Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Painting (C4A) 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 PAINTING (C4A) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $373.77
  • NEVADA PAINTING (C4A) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $403.77

Nevada Painting (C4A) Contractor Exam Books

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Nevada Painting (C4A) Management Survey Exam Book

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