West Virginia Communication & Sound (Specialty 019) Contractor License

The Communication & Sound (Specialty 019) Contractor License allows you to do the following work:

• Communication networks
• Conduit for private phone lines
• Cell tower (antenna only)
• Fiber optics
• Intercom systems

How to Get the Communication & Sound (Specialty 019) Contractor’s License in West Virginia?

1. Contact the West Virginia Division of Labor Contractor Licensing Board and provide the scope of work to verify the classification and test required to obtain the Specialty Contractor License; send the request to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
2. Schedule and take only the business and law exam with PSI©, apply online or contact them at (855) 539-0708
   • For entities, get a Business Registration Tax Number; for more details, call the West Virginia Tax Division at (304) 558-3333
3. Register with the West Virginia Secretary of State; candidates can contact a Business Specialist at (866) 767-8683 or (304) 558-8000 to determine if the entity must be enrolled; applicants may also register the business online at WV One Stop Business Portal, in-person at the office located on 13 Kanawha Blvd., W., Suite 201, Charleston, WV 25302, or by visiting one of their Business Hubs
4. Present evidence of Workers' Compensation and Unemployment Compensation for all employees in case of being an entity
   • Contact the Workers' Compensation staff at (304) 558-3386, and the Unemployment Compensation personnel at (304) 558-2451
   • Provide proof of General Liability Insurance Coverage if the candidate’s entity is exempt and West Virginia coverage is not required
5. Send a completed application form and affidavit; a wage bond is a guarantee issued to the Division of Labor to protect employee wages and fringe benefits; if the entity performs commercial construction work with employees, contact the Wage & Hour staff at (304) 558-7890 or by sending an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to verify the wage bond status
   • Note that the State of West Virginia requires a wage bond for a contractor who did not actively engage in construction work in the State for at least one year preceding the completion date of the application/affidavit form
6. Pay the contractor license fee by check, money order, or credit card at the Charleston City Service Center Office
7. Expect an answer from the Division regarding the license once the process is complete

West Virginia Communication & Sound (Specialty 019) Contractor License Exam Prep Course

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West Virginia Communication & Sound (Specialty 019) Contractor License Exam

Below is all the information related to the Business and Law exam, including the official reference list.

West Virginia Communication & Sound (Specialty 019) Contractor Business and Law Exam

• Testing Method: Computer-based or remote proctored
• Testing Company: PSI©
• Number of Questions: 50
• Types of Questions: Multiple choice
• Time Allowed: 180 Minutes
• Minimum Passing Score: 35 Questions (70%)
• Subjects Involved (No. of Questions):
  • Business Organization (2)
  • Contracts (4)
  • Estimating and Bidding (4)
  • Financial Management (5)
  • Labor Law (3)
  • Licensing (7)
  • Lien Law (4)
  • Project Management (8)
  • Risk Management (4)
  • Safety - OSHA (5)
  • Tax Laws (4)
• PSI© Business and Law Official Content Outline

West Virginia Communication & Sound (Specialty 019) Contractor Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Business and Law exam. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

West Virginia Communication & Sound (Specialty 019) Business and Law Exam Books

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