Florida Air A Contractor Exam - Books & Courses Rental

The Florida Air A Contractor Exam - Books & Courses Rental package is designed for candidates preparing for the Florida Air Conditioning Class A contractor licensing exams. This rental package includes trade reference books, business and finance reference books, both online self-study courses, and Business and Finance flash cards to support a more complete preparation plan for the Air A trade exam and the Florida Business and Finance exam.

This package is built for candidates who want access to the major study materials in one organized rental option. The Florida Air A licensing path requires serious preparation because candidates must understand technical HVAC trade knowledge as well as the business and financial responsibilities of operating as a licensed contractor. This package supports both sides of preparation by combining trade-focused references, business references, online self-study course access, and flash card review.

The total price for this rental package is $2,999, which includes $1,599 for the books and courses rental package plus a $1,400 deposit. This package includes both the business and trade online self-study courses and 6 months of course access. Students can use that access period to review trade exam topics, study business and finance concepts, work with the rental books, practice reference navigation, and reinforce key terms with the included Business and Finance flash cards.

The Florida Air A Contractor Exam requires preparation across a wide range of HVAC and mechanical topics. Candidates should be ready to study refrigeration, air conditioning systems, troubleshooting, duct construction, ventilation, OSHA safety, Florida mechanical code, Florida energy conservation code, NFPA standards, SMACNA standards, duct sizing, and related technical subjects. The trade books in this rental package support those areas and help candidates prepare for the open book format of the trade exam.

The Business and Finance portion focuses on the business side of contracting. Candidates should be prepared to review accounting, financial management, statutory material, business operations, contract documents, bidding procedures, administrative duties, and contractor responsibilities. The business books, self-study course, and flash cards in this package help students build familiarity with the business topics that appear in contractor exam preparation.

Exam Details

The Florida Air A contractor trade exam is part of the Florida construction contractor examination process. Air Conditioning Class A candidates prepare for technical HVAC exam content involving air conditioning, refrigeration, warm air heating, ventilation, duct systems, mechanical code, energy conservation, safety, NFPA standards, SMACNA standards, and practical troubleshooting.

The Florida Business and Finance exam is a separate exam part focused on contractor business operation. It covers subjects connected to accounting, financial management, contracts, bidding, statutory requirements, business administration, payroll-related concepts, insurance concepts, and the responsibilities involved in operating a contracting business.

Florida construction examinations use a passing score of 70 percent. Passing an exam is an important step in the licensing process, but passing the exam does not automatically issue a contractor license. Candidates must complete the licensing process and meet the requirements that apply to the license classification they are pursuing.

Air Conditioning Class A candidates should prepare for every examination part required for their licensing path. This rental package supports both trade preparation and business preparation by combining the trade books, business books, online self-study courses, and flash cards into one package.

Open Book Test

The Florida Air A trade exam and the Florida Business and Finance exam are open book examinations. Candidates may bring approved reference materials into the testing room, but only references allowed for the specific examination may be used. This makes book familiarity one of the most important parts of exam preparation.

Open book testing does not mean unlimited materials or unlimited notes. Candidates must follow testing rules for approved references, book condition, binding, highlighting, tabs, and prohibited notes. Candidates should prepare their books according to the exam rules before arriving at the testing center.

Because this package includes rental books for both trade and business preparation, students should use the books throughout the study period. The trade books help students practice locating mechanical code provisions, OSHA safety rules, NFPA requirements, SMACNA duct standards, refrigeration information, duct sizing support, and HVAC troubleshooting material. The business books help students practice locating accounting information, statutory material, contract provisions, bidding procedures, and contractor business topics.

Open book success depends on preparation. Candidates should study the references, learn the table of contents and index, understand which book applies to each type of question, and practice finding answers under timed conditions. The online self-study courses and rental books are designed to work together so students can build both content knowledge and reference-navigation skill.

Licensing Steps

Florida contractor licensing steps vary by classification, but candidates generally begin by identifying the license category they want to pursue and determining which examination parts are required. Air Conditioning Class A candidates should prepare for the trade knowledge examination and the Business and Finance examination when required for their licensing path.

Candidates apply for the applicable Florida construction examination process and schedule computer-based exams after approval. Before exam day, candidates should use the rental books, online courses, and flash cards to prepare for both the technical trade content and the business and finance content.

On exam day, candidates must bring proper identification and follow testing center rules. Approved reference books may be inspected, and candidates should make sure the books comply with rules for allowed materials, binding, markings, notes, and tabs. Preparing the references early helps reduce exam-day stress.

After passing the required examination parts, candidates continue through the contractor license application process. The licensing process may include additional requirements based on the classification and applicant qualifications. This package supports the exam-preparation stage and gives students access to rental materials and self-study courses for both major study areas.

State Requirements

Florida regulates construction contractors through state licensing requirements. Air Conditioning Class A contractor candidates must meet the requirements that apply to the Class A air-conditioning contractor classification. The exam process is one important part of that path.

The Air A trade exam is intended to measure whether candidates understand the technical responsibilities involved in HVAC contracting. Those responsibilities may include air conditioning systems, refrigeration, warm air heating, ventilation, duct construction, mechanical code compliance, energy conservation, commercial cooking ventilation, OSHA safety, piping information, and related trade practices.

The Business and Finance exam supports the state’s focus on responsible contractor business operation. Licensed contractors are expected to understand financial records, business obligations, contracts, administrative duties, statutory responsibilities, and the practical business side of contracting.

Passing the required exams does not automatically issue a license. Candidates must complete the application process and meet the requirements that apply to their license classification. This package helps candidates prepare for the exam portions by providing rental books, online self-study courses, and flash card review materials.

Reference Books

The Florida Air A Contractor Exam - Books & Courses Rental package includes the following rental books for trade and business preparation.

• Included Rental Book: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Troubleshooting Handbook, 2nd Edition, 2003
  Supports HVAC and refrigeration troubleshooting, system diagnosis, service procedures, and technical problem-solving.
• Included Rental Book: Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Supports review of construction safety standards, jobsite hazards, worker protection, and OSHA requirements.
• Included Rental Book: Contractors Manual, 2025
  Supports trade-related contractor reference review, project responsibilities, and practical construction information.
• Included Rental Book: Pipefitters Handbook, 3rd Ed.
  Supports study of piping data, fittings, layout information, calculations, and mechanical reference material.
• Included Rental Book: NFPA 90A Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems, 2015
  Supports review of air conditioning and ventilating system installation requirements and related safety provisions.
• Included Rental Book: NFPA 90B Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Systems, 2024
  Supports preparation in warm air heating and air conditioning installation requirements.
• Included Rental Book: NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, 2021
  Supports study of commercial cooking ventilation, exhaust systems, grease control, and fire protection requirements.
• Included Rental Book: SMACNA - Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards, 8th Edition, 2021
  Supports study of fibrous glass duct construction, fabrication, installation, and performance requirements.
• Included Rental Book: HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible
  Supports preparation in metal and flexible duct construction, reinforcement, supports, sealing, and pressure classes.
• Included Rental Book: SMACNA - Energy Systems Analysis and Management, 2nd Edition, 2014
  Supports HVAC energy analysis, system performance review, and energy management concepts.
• Included Rental Book: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, 10th Edition
  Supports broad HVAC and refrigeration preparation, including system components, refrigeration cycle principles, controls, service, and troubleshooting.
• Included Rental Book: Ductulator
  Supports duct sizing and airflow calculation practice for HVAC exam preparation.
• Included Rental Book: Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida, 2024
  Supports review of Florida-specific energy-efficient construction practices and building performance concepts.
• Included Rental Book: Florida Building Code - Mechanical, 2023
  Supports study of Florida mechanical code requirements for HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Included Rental Book: Florida Building Code - Energy Conservation, 2023
  Supports study of Florida energy conservation requirements, HVAC efficiency, controls, duct insulation, and compliance concepts.
• Included Rental Book: Florida Statutes Chapter 455, 2025
  Supports review of professional regulation, licensing-related responsibilities, examination administration, and statutory material.
• Included Rental Book: Builder’s Guide to Accounting – Revised Edition
  Supports accounting, financial statements, job cost concepts, payroll-related topics, cash flow, and contractor financial management.
• Included Rental Book: Contractors Manual, 2021
  Supports business operations, administrative responsibilities, taxes, payroll, insurance concepts, and contractor management topics.
• Included Rental Book: General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, 2017
  Supports review of construction contract conditions, project responsibilities, contract administration, payments, changes, and claims.
• Included Rental Book: Standard Form of Agreement between Contractor-Subcontractor, 2017
  Supports study of subcontract relationships, scope coordination, payment provisions, and contractor-subcontractor obligations.
• Included Rental Book: Instructions to Bidders, 2018
  Supports review of bidding procedures, bidder responsibilities, proposal requirements, and construction bidding administration.

Exam Room Approved Books

The Florida Air A trade exam and Business and Finance exam are open book tests. Candidates may bring approved references for the specific exam they are taking. This rental package includes the provided trade and business references used for preparation:

• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Troubleshooting Handbook, 2nd Edition, 2003
  Used for HVAC and refrigeration troubleshooting and service-related technical review.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Used for construction safety standards and OSHA jobsite safety requirements.
• Contractors Manual, 2025
  Used for trade-related contractor reference material.
• Pipefitters Handbook, 3rd Ed.
  Used for piping data, fitting information, and mechanical reference support.
• NFPA 90A Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems, 2015
  Used for air conditioning and ventilating system installation requirements.
• NFPA 90B Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Systems, 2024
  Used for warm air heating and air conditioning system requirements.
• NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, 2021
  Used for commercial cooking ventilation, exhaust, grease control, and fire protection requirements.
• SMACNA - Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standards, 8th Edition, 2021
  Used for fibrous glass duct construction standards.
• HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible
  Used for metal and flexible duct construction standards.
• SMACNA - Energy Systems Analysis and Management, 2nd Edition, 2014
  Used for HVAC energy analysis and energy management concepts.
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, 10th Edition
  Used for HVAC and refrigeration theory, systems, components, and troubleshooting.
• Ductulator
  Used for duct sizing and airflow reference.
• Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida, 2024
  Used for Florida energy-efficient construction and building performance concepts.
• Florida Building Code - Mechanical, 2023
  Used for Florida mechanical code requirements.
• Florida Building Code - Energy Conservation, 2023
  Used for Florida energy conservation requirements.
• Florida Statutes Chapter 455, 2025
  Used for statutory and professional regulation topics.
• Builder’s Guide to Accounting – Revised Edition
  Used for accounting and financial management review.
• Contractors Manual, 2021
  Used for contractor business operations and administrative preparation.
• General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, 2017
  Used for construction contract administration concepts.
• Standard Form of Agreement between Contractor-Subcontractor, 2017
  Used for subcontract agreement responsibilities.
• Instructions to Bidders, 2018
  Used for bidding procedures and bidder responsibilities.

Test Information and Study Materials

This rental package includes both business and trade online self-study courses with 6 months of course access. The trade course supports review of Air A technical topics, including refrigeration, HVAC systems, duct construction, code requirements, safety, ventilation, energy conservation, and troubleshooting. The business course supports review of accounting, business administration, contracts, bidding, financial management, statutory material, and contractor responsibilities.

The package also includes Business and Finance flash cards with 200+ flash cards for business and finance review. Flash cards help students reinforce terminology, review key concepts, and add repetition to the study process. They are especially useful for business topics that require familiarity with accounting terms, contract language, financial concepts, and administrative responsibilities.

Students should use the rental books throughout the course access period. Trade preparation should include repeated practice with the HVAC technical references, Florida Building Code - Mechanical, Florida Building Code - Energy Conservation, NFPA standards, SMACNA standards, OSHA safety reference, ductulator, and refrigeration materials. Business preparation should include accounting review, statutory review, contract document review, bidding document review, and contractor business operations.

A strong study routine should include watching or reviewing course materials, reading the relevant reference sections, practicing open book lookup, working through exam-style questions, and using the flash cards for reinforcement. The purpose of this package is to give candidates a structured preparation system for both the Air A trade exam and the Business and Finance exam.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Florida Air A contractor candidates prepare with organized study resources, trade-focused review, business exam support, practice-oriented preparation, reference navigation guidance, and confidence-building study structure. This rental package brings together the trade books, business books, online self-study courses, and flash cards needed for a more complete preparation plan.

The Florida Air A licensing exam path can feel overwhelming because candidates must prepare for both technical HVAC content and contractor business responsibilities. 1 Exam Prep helps students approach these subjects with structure. The trade course helps organize HVAC, code, safety, duct, ventilation, refrigeration, and energy topics. The business course helps organize accounting, contracts, bidding, statutes, and financial management topics.

Reference navigation is one of the most important skills for open book contractor exams. Students need to know which book applies to each type of question and how to locate information efficiently. By studying with the rental books and online courses together, candidates can build familiarity with both the trade and business references before exam day.

1 Exam Prep does not guarantee a passing score, licensing approval, or exam outcome. This package is designed to support serious preparation through organized materials, self-study course access, flash card review, and practical reference-based study for the Florida Air A Contractor Exam.

FAQ Section

What is included in the Florida Air A Contractor Exam - Books & Courses Rental package?

This package includes the listed Air A trade rental books, the listed Business and Finance rental books, both business and trade online self-study courses, Business and Finance flash cards with 200+ flash cards, and 6 months of course access.

What is the price of this rental package?

The price is $1,599 plus a $1,400 deposit, for a total of $2,999.

How long is the course access period?

This package includes 6 months of course access.

Does this package include both trade and business courses?

Yes. This package includes both business and trade online self-study courses.

Does this package include flash cards?

Yes. This package includes Business and Finance flash cards with 200+ flash cards for business and finance review.

Is the Florida Air A contractor exam open book?

Yes. Florida construction contractor exams are open book, but candidates may bring only approved references that comply with testing rules.

Does this package include permanent books?

This product is a books and courses rental package. It includes access to the listed rental books along with the online self-study courses and flash cards.

What subjects are covered in the trade preparation?

Trade preparation includes HVAC systems, refrigeration, troubleshooting, duct construction, ventilation, warm air heating, OSHA safety, Florida mechanical code, Florida energy conservation code, NFPA standards, SMACNA standards, and duct sizing.

What subjects are covered in the business preparation?

Business preparation includes accounting, financial management, business operations, statutory material, contracts, bidding documents, administrative duties, and contractor responsibilities.

Does this package guarantee a passing score?

No. No rental package, course, book set, or flash card product can guarantee an exam result. This package is designed to support preparation with organized rental books, self-study courses, flash cards, and reference-based review.