Georgia NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor Book & Course Rental Package

Prepare for the Georgia NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor exam with a complete book and course rental package designed to bring your exam preparation materials together in one organized solution. This package combines the commercial construction reference books listed for your preparation with structured online course access, helping you study the material, practice exam-focused concepts, and become more comfortable navigating the references you may need during the open-book examination.

Georgia candidates pursuing the General Contractor or General Contractor Limited Tier licensing paths must prepare for the NASCLA Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors as well as the separate Georgia Business & Law examination. The scope of the NASCLA exam covers a broad range of commercial construction knowledge, making organized preparation especially important.

Instead of purchasing a large reference library individually, this rental package provides the listed books for your preparation period along with 6 months of course access. The books are highlighted and tabbed for exam preparation, helping you become familiar with where important information is located and supporting faster reference navigation during timed practice.

Package Pricing: $2,539.00

Refundable Book Deposit: $1,000.00 when books are returned in similar condition within 6 months.

Total Due: $3,539.00

Order Processing: Please allow up to 15 business days for book and course rental package orders.

Exam Details

The trade examination used for Georgia General Contractor and General Contractor Limited Tier applicants is the NASCLA Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors. The examination tests broad commercial construction knowledge and requires candidates to work efficiently across numerous subject areas and reference materials.

• Trade Exam: NASCLA Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors
• Testing Provider: PSI
• Number of Questions: 115
• Time Allowed: 330 minutes
• Minimum Passing Score: 70%, or 81 correct answers
• Additional Georgia Exam: Georgia Business & Law is a separate examination requirement.

The length and breadth of the NASCLA examination make reference familiarity especially important. Successful preparation involves more than reading each book from beginning to end. Candidates benefit from understanding major construction concepts, recognizing which reference applies to a particular question, and practicing how to locate specific information efficiently under timed conditions.

Open Book Test

The Georgia NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor examination is an open-book test. Candidates may use approved references during the examination, subject to testing-center reference rules.

Open-book testing rewards preparation and efficient navigation. Having access to a reference does not eliminate the need to understand the subject. Searching through unfamiliar books for every question can consume valuable examination time. A stronger strategy is to study the concepts in advance, become familiar with the organization of each major reference, and use the books to confirm specific code provisions, tables, standards, procedures, or technical details when necessary.

The rental books in this package are highlighted and tabbed for exam preparation. Candidates should still spend time working directly with the books before the examination so the location and structure of important information becomes familiar.

References used at the testing center must comply with the applicable examination rules. References may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed but must otherwise remain unmarked. Additional loose or attached papers are not permitted, and tabs used for examination references must be permanent rather than temporary removable tabs.

Licensing Steps

1. Select the appropriate Georgia license classification. Determine whether you are pursuing the General Contractor or General Contractor Limited Tier licensing path and the appropriate application type.
2. Complete the Georgia licensing application process. Applicants submit the required information and documentation through Georgia's professional licensing process.
3. Receive examination eligibility. Examination eligibility is determined through the applicable state licensing process.
4. Prepare for both required examinations. Georgia candidates must plan for the NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractors examination and the separate Georgia Business & Law examination.
5. Study using the required references. Use the rental books alongside the online course to build subject knowledge and improve reference navigation.
6. Practice under timed conditions. Develop a consistent strategy for answering questions, locating important information, and managing the 330-minute examination period.
7. Complete remaining licensing requirements. After satisfying examination requirements, follow the applicable Georgia licensing instructions for completion of the licensing process.

State Requirements

Commercial General Contractor licensing in Georgia is administered through the State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors. Applicants must follow the requirements associated with their specific license classification and application type.

Georgia uses the NASCLA Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors for the trade examination requirement applicable to General Contractor and General Contractor Limited Tier licensing paths. Candidates must also pass the separate Georgia Business & Law examination.

The licensing process and the examination process are related but separate. Exam preparation helps candidates work toward satisfying the testing portion of the licensing requirements, while the Georgia licensing board determines application eligibility and license issuance.

Reference Books

• Included Rental Book: Georgia NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors, 3rd Edition
  Covers business, law, project management, and contractor-focused information associated with Georgia licensing preparation.
• Included Rental Book: Mechanical and Electrical Systems for Construction Managers, 4th Edition
  Provides construction managers with practical coverage of mechanical and electrical building systems and project coordination considerations.
• Included Rental Book: ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities
  Addresses accessibility requirements and standards for accessible and usable building elements and facilities.
• Included Rental Book: BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses, 2025
  Covers safe handling, installation, restraint, and bracing practices for metal plate connected wood trusses.
• Included Rental Book: Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  Reviews fundamental carpentry methods, building materials, framing practices, tools, and general construction principles.
• Included Rental Book: Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Contains federal occupational safety and health regulations applicable to construction activities.
• Included Rental Book: Construction Jobsite Management, 5th Edition
  Focuses on jobsite supervision, field operations, coordination, communication, documentation, and construction management practices.
• Included Rental Book: Construction Project Management, 5th Edition
  Covers core project management concepts including planning, scheduling, coordination, cost management, and project administration.
• Included Rental Book: NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, 14th Edition
  Provides contractor-focused business, law, financial, and project management concepts relevant to professional construction operations.
• Included Rental Book: Erectors' Manual – Standards and Guidelines for the Erection of PreCast Concrete Products, 2nd Edition, 1999
  Addresses procedures and guidelines associated with handling and erecting precast concrete products.
• Included Rental Book: Green Building Fundamentals, Michael Montoya, 2011, 2nd Edition
  Introduces green construction principles, sustainable building concepts, and environmentally responsible construction practices.
• Included Rental Book: Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition
  Provides practical guidance on gypsum products, systems, assemblies, installation methods, and related construction applications.
• Included Rental Book: Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders
  Reviews proper handling and erection practices for steel joists and joist girders.
• Included Rental Book: International Building Code, 2021
  Provides commercial building code requirements covering construction, occupancy, fire and life safety, means of egress, structural considerations, and other building regulations.
• Included Rental Book: ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
  Contains structural concrete requirements and commentary covering reinforced concrete design and construction considerations.
• Included Rental Book: Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning – Level 1 Field Fundamentals
  Covers field fundamentals associated with unbonded post-tensioning systems and construction practices.
• Included Rental Book: Modern Masonry – Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 10th Edition
  Explains masonry materials, methods, tools, installation practices, and construction techniques involving brick, block, and stone.
• Included Rental Book: Pipe and Excavation Contracting
  Addresses excavation, trenching, piping, site operations, and related contracting practices.
• Included Rental Book: Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 11th Edition
  Provides broad coverage of commercial construction methods, materials, systems, sequencing, and project execution.
• Included Rental Book: Roofing Construction and Estimating, Daniel Atcheson, 1995
  Covers roofing construction practices, materials, systems, installation concepts, and estimating considerations.
• Included Rental Book: Placing Reinforcing Bars
  Provides guidance on reinforcing bar placement, handling, detailing, and field practices for reinforced concrete construction.
• Included Rental Book: SDI Steel Deck Institute Manual of Construction with Steel Deck
  Covers steel deck construction, installation methods, handling practices, and field considerations.
• Included Rental Book: The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition
  Reviews concrete construction practices with emphasis on planning, placement, finishing, quality, and proper field execution.
• Included Rental Book: ANSI/EIMA 99-A-2017: Standard for Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) and EIFS with Drainage, 2017
  Provides standards for EIFS materials, installation, drainage, and exterior building envelope applications.
• Included Rental Book: Developing Your Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan – A Guide for Construction Sites, United States Environmental Protection Agency
  Provides construction-site guidance related to stormwater pollution prevention planning and environmental responsibilities.

Test Information and Study Materials

A large reference set is most valuable when you know how to use it efficiently. The NASCLA commercial building examination covers numerous construction disciplines, so your preparation should combine technical knowledge with repeated practice locating information in the books.

Start by developing familiarity with each book's table of contents, index, chapter structure, terminology, and major subject areas. During practice, identify which references are most useful for specific types of questions. This builds the association between a construction topic and the book most likely to contain the answer.

Timed practice is equally important. With 115 questions and 330 minutes available, spending too much time searching for one detail can affect your ability to complete the examination. Practice answering questions you know first, using references for confirmation when needed, and maintaining a steady pace throughout the session.

The online course included with this package provides 6 months of course access, giving you a structured study resource to use alongside the rental library. Combining course study with repeated reference navigation helps turn a large collection of books into a more manageable preparation system.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps contractor candidates approach exam preparation with organization, repetition, and practical study structure. A broad examination such as the NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractors exam can become difficult to manage when candidates jump between books without a plan. Structured preparation helps you divide the material into manageable areas and build familiarity over time.

The course supports trade-focused review and practice-oriented preparation so you can work on understanding construction concepts while becoming more comfortable with the way exam questions may require you to apply them. Rather than relying solely on memorization, the goal is to strengthen your ability to identify the issue being tested and determine where supporting information can be found.

Reference navigation is another important part of preparation. Because this is an open-book exam, learning how your books are organized can save valuable time. The highlighted and tabbed rental books provide an organized starting point, while regular practice helps you develop your own familiarity with the reference library.

1 Exam Prep also helps create a more consistent preparation routine. Combining organized course study, reference work, and timed practice gives candidates a practical structure for preparing for a demanding commercial contractor examination without treating the books as a last-minute lookup tool.

What Is Included in the Georgia NASCLA Book & Course Rental Package?

The package includes the listed commercial construction rental reference books, books highlighted and tabbed for exam preparation, and 6 months of course access.

How Much Does the Book & Course Rental Package Cost?

The package cost is $2,539.00. A $1,000 refundable book deposit is also required, bringing the total due to $3,539.00. The $1,000 deposit is refundable when the rental books are returned in similar condition within 6 months.

How Long Do I Have Access to the Course?

The Georgia NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor Book & Course Rental Package includes 6 months of course access.

How Long Can I Keep the Rental Books?

The refundable deposit applies when the books are returned in similar condition within 6 months.

Are the Rental Books Highlighted and Tabbed?

Yes. The books included with this rental package are highlighted and tabbed for exam preparation, giving you an organized reference library to use while studying and practicing reference navigation.

Is the Georgia NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor Exam Open Book?

Yes. The NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractors examination used for the Georgia trade requirement is an open-book exam. Approved references must comply with the applicable testing-center rules.

How Many Questions Are on the NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractors Exam?

The exam contains 115 questions. Candidates are allowed 330 minutes to complete the examination, and the minimum passing score is 70%, or 81 correct answers.

Does Georgia Require a Business & Law Exam Too?

Yes. Georgia General Contractor and General Contractor Limited Tier candidates must also complete the separate Georgia Business & Law examination requirement.

Is This Package Only a Set of Books?

No. This is a Book & Course Rental Package. It combines the listed rental reference library with 6 months of course access so you can use structured study materials alongside the books.

How Should I Study for an Open-Book NASCLA Exam?

Focus on both construction knowledge and reference navigation. Study major concepts first, then practice identifying which reference contains the information you need. Use timed questions to improve pacing and develop a consistent find-and-confirm strategy rather than searching through multiple books for every answer.

How Long Should I Allow for My Book & Course Rental Package Order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for Georgia NASCLA Commercial General Building Contractor Book & Course Rental Package orders.

Does This Package Guarantee That I Will Pass the Exam?

No. The package provides study materials, organized references, and course access to support your preparation. Exam performance depends on your knowledge, preparation, study consistency, reference-navigation skills, and performance on test day.