Virginia Masonry (BRK) Contractor License

The Masonry (BRK) Contractor License allows you to do the following work:

  • Brick
  • Concrete block
  • Stone
  • Marble
  • Slate
  • Grout
  • Caulking
  • Tuckpointing
  • Sandblasting
  • Mortar washing
  • Parging
  • Cleaning
  • Welding

Applicants who selected Class A are required to take and pass the General, Virginia, and Advanced portions. Class B applicants are not required to take the Advanced portion however, must complete and pass the General and Virginia examination portions. As for Class C applicants, they are only required to pass the trade exam.

How to apply for a Masonry (RBK) Virginia Contractor License?

  1. Have or create a business entity
  2. Select a class for a qualified individual:
    • Class A - No monetary restrictions
    • Class B - It is restricted to contracts/projects less than $120,000, with the total amount of all contracts/projects performed in 12 months remaining below $750,000
    • Class C - It is restricted to contracts/projects less than $10,000, with the total amount of all contracts/projects performed in 12 months remaining below $150,000
    • Requirements for Class A, B, and C
      • Be no less than 18 years old
      • Be a full-time employee or a manager
      • Complete a basic business course
      • Receive approval for tests or have been exempt from the exam required by the Code of Virginia
      • Class A requires a minimum of five years of experience, Class B requires a minimum of three, and Class C requires two years in the classification or specialty selected
      • Disclose the following information about the firm, all members of the responsible management, the designated employee, and the qualified individual for the firm:
        • Submit its financial information. Excluding any property owned as tenants by the entity, the firm shall state a net worth or equity of $45,000 for Class A, and for Class B, any property with a net worth or equity of $15,000 or more
        • Provide information on past debt, outstanding tax obligations, defaults on bonds pending, or past bankruptcies for the past 5 years
        • Disclose any monetary suspensions, penalties, fines, revocations, or surrender of a license in connection with disciplinary actions
        • All non-marijuana misdemeanor convictions within 3 years of the date of application
        • All felony convictions during their lifetimes
  3. The qualified candidate should pass the Designated Employee Class A/B examination, Class C does not require this exam
  4. Complete a pre-licensure education course that the DPOR provider has approved
  5. Send your application to:
    Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
    9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400 Richmond, VA 23233
    (804) 367-851
    This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  6. Apply and pass the PSI© Masonry (RBK) examination
    • Apply online in PSI©:
      1. Create an account or sign in
      2. Fill out the information
      3. Schedule and pay the examination
    • If applying by mail, phone, or fax:
      1. Fill out the examination registration form
      2. Schedule and send the fee
      3. Send the information to:
        210 E Tropicana - Las Vegas, NV 89121
        (855) 340-3910
        Fax (702) 932-2666
  7. Upon approval, expect the application to be sent via mail

Virginia Masonry (BRK) Contractor License Exam Prep Courses

Virginia Masonry (BRK) Contractor License Exams

Below is all the information related to the trade and Designated Employee Class A/B exams, including the official reference lists.

Virginia Masonry (BRK) Contractor Trade Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer-based testing
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Number of Questions: 60
  • Types of Questions: Multiple choice
  • Time Allowed: 150 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 42 Questions
  • Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
    • Estimating and Plan Reading (5)
    • Unit Masonry (12)
    • Mortar and Grout (11)
    • Accessories and Specialties (10)
    • Stone (3)
    • Tools (4)
    • Restoration and Cleaning (4)
    • Reinforced Masonry (6)
    • Safety (5)
  • PSI© Masonry (BRK) Official Content Outline

Virginia Masonry (BRK) Contractor Designated Employee Class A/B Exam

  • Testing Method: Open book
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Number of Questions: 98
  • Types of Questions: Multiple choice
  • Time Allowed: 208 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score:
    Virginia Portion (18 out of 24)
    General Portion (35 out of 50)
    Advanced Portion (17 of 24)
  • Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
    • Virginia Portion (24)
      • Regulation of Contractors (7)
      • Board Rules and Regulations (5)
      • Building Codes (5)
      • Transaction Recovery Fund (5)
      • Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Regulations (2)
    • General Portion (50)
      • Business Organization (2)
      • Estimating and Bidding (10)
      • Contract Management (10)
      • Project Management (7)
      • Risk Management (3)
      • Safety (5)
      • Labor Laws (3)
      • Financial Management (5)
      • Federal and State Taxes (4)
      • Lien Laws (1)
    • Advanced Portion (24)
      • Estimating and Bidding (1)
      • Contract Management (4)
      • Project Management (1)
      • Risk Management (2)
      • Safety (2)
      • Labor Laws (4)
      • Financial Management (5)
      • Federal and State Taxes (4)
      • Lien Laws (1)
  • PSI© Designated Employee Class A/B Official Content Outline

Virginia Masonry (BRK) Contractor Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Masonry (BRK) and Designated Employee Class A/B exams. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS, and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

  • VIRGINIA MASONRY (BRK) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $707.11
  • VIRGINIA MASONRY (BRK) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $777.11

Virginia Masonry (BRK) Contractor Exam Books

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Virginia Masonry (BRK) Designated Employee Class A/B Exam Books

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