Georgia Residential Basic Contractor Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package

The Georgia Residential Basic Contractor Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package is designed for contractors preparing for the Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor license exam and the Georgia Business & Law exam. This package combines rental reference books, business and trade live classes, recorded classes, self-study courses, application service, and a first-year surety bond cost credit into one organized exam-preparation solution.

Georgia Residential Basic Contractor candidates are preparing for a license category focused on residential construction. The exam requires knowledge of construction practices, residential code requirements, jobsite safety, concrete, masonry, carpentry, roofing, associated trades, and general residential building knowledge. Candidates must also prepare for the Business & Law exam, which covers the business, licensing, financial, contractual, and project-management responsibilities involved in operating as a contractor in Georgia.

This Ultimate package is built for students who want a structured way to study and a practical system for using the approved references. Open-book contractor exams still require preparation. Candidates need to know where information is located, how to read exam questions carefully, how to use the index and table of contents, and how to move through the books efficiently under time pressure. The included live classes, recorded classes, and self-study courses help students build that structure before exam day.

Package Price: $1,470 plus a $650 deposit, for a total of $2,120.

Exam Details

The Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor licensing process includes two required exams: the Residential-Basic Contractor exam and the Georgia Business & Law exam. Candidates must pass both exams for licensure in Georgia as a Residential-Basic Contractor, whether applying as an individual or as a qualifying agent.

The Residential-Basic Contractor exam contains 80 questions, requires a minimum passing score of 70%, and allows 200 minutes. The content outline includes sitework, footings and foundations, concrete and concrete reinforcement, masonry, carpentry, roofing, general code and construction knowledge, associated trades, and OSHA safety. The exam is designed to measure whether the candidate understands residential construction practices and can apply code, trade, and safety knowledge in a contractor licensing setting.

The Business & Law exam contains 50 questions, requires a minimum passing score of 70%, and allows 120 minutes. This exam covers the business side of contracting, including licensing requirements, estimating and bidding, business organization, financial management, tax laws, labor laws, project management, lien law, contracts, risk management, environmental responsibilities, and safety-related business practices.

Students should prepare for both exams with a balanced study plan. The trade exam requires familiarity with the residential construction references, while the Business & Law exam requires understanding of contractor business operations and Georgia licensing responsibilities. This package supports both sides of the process through business and trade classes, recorded review, self-study access, and organized reference-book preparation.

Open Book Test

The Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor exam and the Georgia Business & Law exam are open book. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own approved reference materials to the examination center. The references are not provided at the testing center.

Open-book testing rewards preparation, organization, and speed. A candidate who has studied the books, practiced using the index, and learned where common subjects appear will be better prepared than a candidate who brings the books without a plan. The number of references can feel overwhelming, so students should spend time learning the structure of each book before the exam.

Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed, but they must be otherwise unmarked. Books may not contain loose or attached papers. Permanent tabs may be used. Temporary tabs, including Post-It style tabs, are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins. Candidates may use a silent, nonprinting, non-programmable calculator in the examination center.

This package helps students prepare for the open-book format by combining rental references with guided instruction and self-study tools. The goal is to help students understand the material, locate answers more efficiently, and approach exam day with a clear study strategy.

Licensing Steps

Georgia Residential Basic Contractor applicants apply through the Georgia Secretary of State licensing system. The applicant selects the appropriate Residential-Basic license type, completes the application, provides required documentation and information, and submits the required fee. Application options include individual and qualifying agent paths, depending on how the applicant intends to operate.

An individual application is used when the contractor is applying under an individual or sole-proprietor structure. A qualifying agent application is used when the applicant will qualify a business organization. Choosing the correct path is important because the application information, business details, work experience documentation, and supporting materials must match the selected license type.

After the application is reviewed and approved for examination, the candidate may register for the required exams through the testing provider. Candidates must pass both the Residential-Basic Contractor exam and the Business & Law exam within the applicable eligibility period. Exam results are reported for licensing processing after testing.

The Application Service included with this Ultimate package is designed to help students organize the licensing side of the process. Contractors often focus heavily on the exam and overlook the application details, but both parts matter. Work history, business information, financial responsibility documentation, insurance, and other supporting materials should be reviewed carefully so the licensing process is as organized as possible.

State Requirements

The Georgia Residential Basic Contractor license is regulated by the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and Commercial General Contractors. This license category applies to contractors seeking licensure for residential construction work under Georgia’s contractor licensing rules. Applicants may apply as individuals or as qualifying agents connected to a business organization.

Georgia Residential Basic Contractor applicants must meet the requirements for the selected application type. The application process may include age requirements, experience documentation, project information, references, insurance, financial responsibility documentation, and other required application materials. Candidates should make sure their application information is accurate, complete, and consistent before submission.

Georgia allows a surety bond to be used as a substitute for financial net worth. For the Residential Basic license category, the bond amount is $25,000. This package includes a credit from 1 Exam Prep toward the first-year cost of the $25,000 bond, helping students address an important licensing requirement while preparing for the exam.

Residential contractor licenses in Georgia are renewed online and must be renewed by June 30 of even-numbered years. A late renewal period is available from July 1 through July 31. Licensed contractors should maintain required insurance, bond or financial responsibility documentation, business records, and compliance items according to the Board’s rules.

Reference Books

• Included Book: NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors, 3rd Edition
  Business and law reference used for Georgia contractor exam preparation. It covers licensing, business organization, financial management, estimating, bidding, contracts, project management, risk, safety, and contractor responsibilities.
• Included Book: 2018 International Residential Code (IRC)
  Residential code reference used for one- and two-family dwelling construction topics, including building planning, foundations, framing, roofing, code requirements, and residential construction standards.
• Included Book: Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), with latest available amendments
  Construction safety reference covering OSHA standards for jobsite safety, hazard recognition, fall protection, excavation, scaffolding, worker protection, and safety responsibilities on construction projects.
• Included Book: Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016 Edition
  Construction reference covering carpentry, framing, layout, building materials, structural components, residential construction methods, and general building practices.
• Included Book: BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses, 2025
  Truss reference focused on handling, installing, restraining, and bracing metal plate connected wood trusses using proper field practices.
• Included Book: The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 3rd Edition (2005)
  Concrete construction reference covering concrete materials, placement, reinforcement, finishing, curing, quality practices, and field considerations for concrete work.
• Included Book: Modern Masonry – Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 9th or 10th Edition
  Masonry reference covering brick, block, stone, mortar, masonry terminology, installation practices, and construction methods used in residential building work.
• Included Book: Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
  Excavation and pipe reference covering trenching, excavation planning, pipe installation, equipment, safety, and related field practices.
• Included Book: 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
  Energy code reference used for building energy-efficiency requirements, insulation, fenestration, building envelope provisions, and energy-conservation standards.

Test Information and Study Materials

Strong Georgia Residential Basic Contractor exam preparation should include trade review, business and law review, reference-book navigation, and timed practice. Students should begin by reviewing the exam content areas and identifying which books support each topic. This makes study time more focused and helps prevent confusion when switching between references.

For the Residential-Basic trade exam, students should spend time on sitework, footings, foundations, concrete, masonry, carpentry, roofing, associated trades, general code knowledge, and OSHA safety. Carpentry and general code knowledge are especially important because they appear throughout residential construction. Students should also understand how code questions differ from general trade-practice questions.

For the Business & Law exam, students should study licensing requirements, estimating, bidding, business organization, financial management, contracts, lien law, project management, tax responsibilities, labor requirements, safety, environmental responsibilities, and risk management. This part of the exam helps confirm that contractors understand the administrative and legal responsibilities that come with licensure.

The included business and trade live classes help students work through important topics in a guided format. Recorded classes allow students to revisit lessons and review difficult sections more than once. Self-study courses give students the flexibility to keep studying between classes and build a steady preparation schedule around work, family, and jobsite responsibilities.

Students should practice using permanent tabs, indexes, tables of contents, chapter headings, and keyword recognition. Timed practice is helpful because the exam requires both accuracy and speed. A good study routine should include reading, class review, reference navigation, and practice questions that help students become more comfortable with exam-style wording.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Georgia Residential Basic Contractor candidates prepare with organized study guidance, trade-focused review, business and law preparation, practice-oriented study support, and reference navigation. This Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package is designed to give students a complete study structure without requiring them to piece together every resource separately.

The live classes provide guided instruction for business and trade subjects. Students can review key concepts, understand how topics are commonly tested, and stay engaged with a structured learning schedule. Recorded classes add flexibility by allowing students to replay lessons, revisit challenging topics, and study at times that fit their work schedule.

The self-study courses help students continue preparation outside of class. This is important for contractors who need a repeatable system for reviewing material, practicing questions, and learning how to use their books. Contractor exams are not only about knowing facts. They also test whether students can apply information and locate the correct reference during a timed exam.

Reference navigation is one of the most valuable parts of preparation for an open-book exam. 1 Exam Prep helps students understand how the books are organized, where important subjects are located, and how to move through the references more efficiently. Students can build confidence by learning the books before test day instead of trying to find everything for the first time during the exam.

The included Application Service supports students through the licensing side of the process. The surety bond credit adds another practical benefit by helping with the first-year cost of the $25,000 bond that Georgia allows as a substitute for financial net worth. Together, the course access, rental books, classes, application service, and bond credit make this package a strong option for students who want exam preparation and licensing support in one place.

FAQ Section

What is included in the Georgia Residential Basic Contractor Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package?

This package includes the listed rental reference books, business and trade live classes, recorded classes, self-study courses, 1 year of course access, Application Service, and a 1 Exam Prep credit toward the first-year cost of the $25,000 surety bond.

How much does this package cost?

The package price is $1,470 plus a $650 deposit, for a total of $2,120.

Is the Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor exam open book?

Yes. The Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor exam is open book. Candidates must bring the approved reference materials and follow testing rules for book markings, indexing, and tabs.

Is the Georgia Business & Law exam required?

Yes. Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor candidates must pass both the Residential-Basic Contractor exam and the Business & Law exam.

How many questions are on the Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor exam?

The Residential-Basic Contractor exam has 80 questions, allows 200 minutes, and requires a minimum passing score of 70%.

How many questions are on the Georgia Business & Law exam?

The Business & Law exam has 50 questions, allows 120 minutes, and requires a minimum passing score of 70%.

Can I use tabs in my books during the exam?

Permanent tabs are allowed. Temporary tabs, including Post-It style tabs, are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins. Books may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed, but they must be otherwise unmarked.

Does this package include application help?

Yes. Application Service is included with this Ultimate package to help students organize the Georgia Residential Basic Contractor licensing application process.

What is the surety bond credit included with this package?

Georgia allows a surety bond to be used as a substitute for financial net worth. This package includes a credit from 1 Exam Prep toward the first-year cost of the $25,000 bond.

Who is this package best for?

This package is best for Georgia Residential Basic Contractor candidates who want rental books, live and recorded classes, self-study access, business and trade exam preparation, application service, and bond cost support in one Ultimate exam prep package.