ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N Exam Book Package

The ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N Exam Book Package is designed for candidates preparing for the ICC G14-N National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor exam using three important code references: the International Building Code, 2018, the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018, and the International Plumbing Code, 2018. This package supports study for roofing contractors and subcontractors who need to review roof assemblies, roof coverings, reroofing, underlayment, flashing, roof slope, roof drainage, fire classification, materials, commercial roofing conditions, residential roofing requirements, and plumbing code provisions connected to roof drainage.

Roofing contractor exam preparation requires more than field experience. A roofing professional may understand tear-offs, installation sequencing, roof decks, fasteners, membranes, shingles, flashing, slopes, valleys, drainage, penetrations, and jobsite safety, but an ICC contractor exam requires candidates to apply that knowledge through code-based questions. Candidates must know how to read each question carefully, identify the correct code book, locate the applicable section, and apply the requirement accurately under timed exam conditions.

This book package gives candidates the references needed to study both residential and commercial roofing code requirements. The International Building Code, 2018 supports broader building code requirements for roof assemblies, roof coverings, reroofing, rooftop structures, fire classification, materials, commercial buildings, and multi-family conditions. The International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018 supports residential roofing requirements for dwellings, including roof coverings, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, slope, and reroofing. The International Plumbing Code, 2018 supports study of roof drainage provisions, storm drainage systems, secondary drainage, and related plumbing code requirements that affect roofing work.

The ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N exam is associated with roofing contractor and subcontractor knowledge. Candidates preparing for this exam should be comfortable with roofing terminology, code organization, roof materials, installation requirements, reroofing rules, roof deck conditions, fire classification, drainage, flashing, underlayment, roof slope, inspections, permits, and the relationship between building code and plumbing code requirements. This package is useful for roofing contractors, subcontractors, qualifying agents, supervisors, estimators, project managers, and experienced roofers preparing for the G14-N exam.

What You Get

• International Building Code, 2018 — A building code reference used to study roof assemblies, roof coverings, reroofing, rooftop structures, fire classification, building safety requirements, commercial roofing conditions, multi-family roofing conditions, materials, and code administration topics.
• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018 — A residential code reference used to study one- and two-family dwelling roof assemblies, roof coverings, underlayment, flashing, slope, ventilation, reroofing, roof drainage coordination, materials, and residential construction requirements.
• International Plumbing Code, 2018 — A plumbing code reference used to study roof drainage, storm drainage, secondary drainage, drainage sizing concepts, leaders, conductors, scuppers, and plumbing provisions that connect to roofing work.

This three-book package gives candidates a practical foundation for roofing exam study. The IBC supports commercial and multi-family roofing conditions. The IRC supports residential roofing requirements for one- and two-family dwellings. The IPC supports roof drainage topics that may affect roofing contractor work. Together, these books help candidates prepare for questions involving roofing materials, installation requirements, reroofing, weather protection, fire performance, and drainage compliance.

Exam Details

The ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N exam is part of the ICC Contractor/Trades examination program. The exam may be used by participating jurisdictions to evaluate roofing contractor or subcontractor knowledge. The G14-N exam is connected to roofing work and uses code-based references that cover building requirements, residential construction requirements, and plumbing provisions related to roof drainage.

The exam references in this package include the International Building Code, 2018; International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018; and International Plumbing Code, 2018. Candidates should be prepared to move between all three books during study. A commercial roofing question may lead to the IBC. A one- and two-family dwelling roofing question may lead to the IRC. A roof drainage question may lead to the IPC. Understanding which book applies is an important part of preparation.

Important study areas for the G14-N exam include roof assemblies, roof coverings, reroofing, roof deck conditions, underlayment, flashing, materials, roof slope, drainage, fire classification, weather protection, permits, inspections, and general code administration. Candidates should also review roof drainage concepts because roofing work often interacts with gutters, drains, scuppers, leaders, conductors, overflow drainage, and stormwater provisions.

Roofing exam questions may require candidates to understand the difference between new roof installation and reroofing. Reroofing provisions can involve existing roof coverings, removal requirements, roof deck condition, material compatibility, and limitations on installing new coverings over existing materials. These topics are important because reroofing work is a common responsibility for roofing contractors and subcontractors.

Roof drainage is another important study area. The International Plumbing Code, 2018 may be used to review storm drainage system requirements, roof drain provisions, secondary drainage concepts, overflow protection, and related drainage components. Candidates should understand that roofing work and drainage design often overlap, especially on low-slope roofs, commercial buildings, and roof systems where water management is a critical performance issue.

The G14-N exam may be accepted differently by different licensing authorities. A city, county, state, municipality, or local agency may determine whether this exam is required for a specific license classification. Passing an ICC exam does not automatically create a contractor license unless the applicable authority recognizes the exam as part of its licensing process.

Open Book Test

The ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N exam is an open-book test. Open-book testing allows candidates to use approved references during the exam, but it does not remove the need for focused preparation. Candidates must know how to navigate the IBC, IRC, and IPC efficiently, identify which reference applies to the question, and locate the correct requirement without losing time.

Open-book roofing exams reward candidates who understand code organization. Candidates should become familiar with the table of contents, indexes, chapter layouts, definitions, roofing chapters, reroofing provisions, roof drainage provisions, material requirements, and administrative sections in each reference. The goal is not simply to bring books into the exam room. The goal is to know how to use the books quickly and accurately.

The International Building Code, 2018 is especially useful for commercial and multi-family roofing topics. Candidates should study roof assemblies, rooftop structures, roof covering requirements, fire classification, roof drainage coordination, materials, construction type relationships, reroofing provisions, and code administration. The International Residential Code, 2018 is especially useful for one- and two-family dwelling roofing topics, including roof coverings, underlayment, flashing, roof ventilation, drainage, roof slope, and residential reroofing. The International Plumbing Code, 2018 is useful for roof drainage and storm drainage study.

During study, candidates should practice deciding which reference applies before searching for an answer. A question involving one- and two-family dwelling roof assemblies may belong in the IRC. A question involving commercial or multi-family roof assemblies may belong in the IBC. A question involving roof drains, storm drainage, or overflow drainage may belong in the IPC. Strong reference-selection habits help candidates avoid wasting time in the wrong book.

Exam-day reference rules may control which books are allowed, how books may be marked, whether tabs are permitted, whether notes are allowed, and what condition books must be in. Candidates should follow the current testing rules for the G14-N exam and the requirements of the jurisdiction connected to their license.

Licensing Steps

The ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N exam may be used by a city, county, state, municipality, local board, or contractor licensing authority as part of a roofing contractor or roofing subcontractor qualification process. ICC administers contractor and trade exams, but licensing approval is controlled by the agency that issues or recognizes the license.

A typical licensing path may include identifying the correct roofing contractor or subcontractor classification, confirming that the G14-N exam is required, reviewing the approved reference books, completing an application, receiving preauthorization when required, scheduling the exam, passing the exam, and submitting final licensing documents to the applicable authority. Depending on the jurisdiction, additional requirements may include business registration, insurance, bonding, experience documentation, responsible qualifying agent information, local registration, permit compliance, or renewal requirements.

Candidates should begin by identifying the agency that controls roofing contractor licensing in the location where they plan to work. That agency determines the correct exam, accepted score, required documents, application process, fees, license scope, and renewal rules. This G14-N book package supports the study portion of the process. It does not replace licensing applications, agency approvals, insurance certificates, bonding documents, business filings, or local contractor registrations.

State Requirements

Roofing contractor and roofing subcontractor requirements vary by state and local jurisdiction. Some states regulate roofing contractors at the state level. Some areas use city, county, or municipal contractor licensing. Other jurisdictions may require local registration, trade exams, business licensing, insurance, bonding, workers’ compensation compliance, or a combination of requirements before roofing work may be performed.

Candidates should review the requirements for the exact location where they plan to perform roofing work. Important items may include the accepted ICC exam code, license classification, application approval, experience documentation, business entity requirements, insurance, bonding, workers’ compensation requirements, local code adoption, permit rules, inspection requirements, continuing education, and renewal deadlines.

This package is focused on the ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N book set and includes the International Building Code, 2018; International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018; and International Plumbing Code, 2018. Candidates should make sure these references and the G14-N exam match the requirements of the licensing authority before scheduling the exam.

Reference Books

• International Building Code, 2018
  This code reference supports study of commercial and multi-family roofing requirements, roof assemblies, roof coverings, rooftop structures, reroofing, fire classification, building safety provisions, materials, construction requirements, and code administration topics that affect roofing contractor and subcontractor work.
• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  This residential code reference supports study of one- and two-family dwelling roof assemblies, roof coverings, slope, underlayment, flashing, ventilation, drainage coordination, reroofing, materials, and residential construction requirements connected to roofing work.
• International Plumbing Code, 2018
  This plumbing code reference supports study of roof drainage, storm drainage, secondary drainage, overflow protection, roof drain connections, leaders, conductors, scuppers, and plumbing provisions that may affect roofing projects.

These three references work together because roofing contractors may need to understand both building code and drainage-related requirements. The IBC helps candidates study broader building code provisions and commercial or multi-family roof assemblies. The IRC helps candidates study residential roofing provisions for one- and two-family dwellings. The IPC helps candidates study roof drainage and storm drainage provisions that connect to roofing system performance. A strong preparation routine should include practice using all three references so candidates can identify the correct book and section quickly.

Test Information and Study Materials

Roofing contractor preparation should be organized around the work performed in the field and the way roofing requirements are arranged in the code books. Candidates should study roof assemblies, roof coverings, reroofing, underlayment, flashing, roof slope, drainage, materials, roof deck conditions, fire classification, permits, inspections, and storm drainage. Random reading is less effective than a focused plan that connects each topic to the correct code reference.

For the International Building Code, candidates should focus on roof assemblies and rooftop structures, roof covering requirements, material classifications, fire performance, roof drainage coordination, reroofing provisions, and commercial or multi-family building conditions. Candidates should also review related administrative provisions that may affect permits, inspections, approved materials, and code compliance.

For the International Residential Code, candidates should focus on residential roof assemblies, asphalt shingles and other roof coverings, slope limitations, underlayment, flashing, attic ventilation, roof drainage, reroofing, roof sheathing conditions, and materials used on one- and two-family dwellings. Residential roofing questions may require careful reading because requirements can change based on roof slope, material type, exposure, roof condition, or installation method.

For the International Plumbing Code, candidates should focus on storm drainage and roof drainage provisions. Roofing candidates should understand how roof drains, gutters, leaders, conductors, scuppers, secondary drainage, and overflow drainage relate to roof performance and code compliance. Drainage questions may require candidates to recognize when the plumbing code applies instead of the building or residential code.

Roof slope is an important study topic because roof covering materials and underlayment requirements are often connected to slope. Candidates should be comfortable identifying roof pitch, understanding slope-related requirements, and applying rules that change based on low-slope or steep-slope conditions. Underlayment is another important topic because it supports weather protection and may have different requirements depending on material, slope, and local conditions.

Flashing should also receive close attention. Roofing contractors and subcontractors must understand flashing at intersections, valleys, walls, chimneys, penetrations, edges, and other areas where water intrusion is a concern. Code questions may ask where flashing is required, how it relates to weather protection, or how roofing materials interact with adjacent construction.

Reroofing is a key study area for the G14-N exam. Candidates should understand when existing roof coverings may need to be removed, how roof deck condition affects reroofing, what conditions restrict installation over existing materials, and how reroofing provisions apply to safety and performance. Reroofing questions may combine field judgment with code requirements, so candidates should study this topic carefully.

Fire classification and material requirements should also be reviewed. Roofing contractors may need to understand roof covering classification, approved materials, labeling, installation standards, and how roof coverings contribute to building safety. Candidates should practice locating roofing material requirements in both the IBC and IRC.

A strong study routine should include timed reference practice. Candidates should practice looking up roofing terms, finding roof assembly sections, locating reroofing provisions, reviewing drainage requirements, and answering questions using all three books. Open-book exam success depends on more than knowing roofing work. It depends on using the references efficiently, reading questions carefully, and applying the correct code requirement.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps roofing contractor and subcontractor candidates prepare with structure, focus, and practical study direction. Roofing exams require candidates to understand field work, code language, reference navigation, and drainage-related requirements. Many candidates have roofing experience but need help turning that experience into an exam-ready study plan. 1 Exam Prep supports that process through organized study guidance, trade-focused review, practice-oriented preparation, reference navigation, and confidence-building study structure.

For the ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N exam, candidates need to understand how the International Building Code, International Residential Code, and International Plumbing Code apply to roofing work. 1 Exam Prep helps students focus on major areas such as roof assemblies, roof coverings, underlayment, flashing, roof slope, reroofing, drainage, fire classification, materials, permitting, and inspection-related responsibilities.

Reference navigation is especially important for an open-book roofing exam. Candidates need to know when to use the IBC, when to use the IRC, and when to use the IPC. A candidate who can quickly identify the correct book and locate the correct roofing or drainage section has a stronger exam-day advantage. 1 Exam Prep encourages practical study habits that help candidates become more comfortable using their references, interpreting questions, and applying code requirements.

This book package gives candidates the foundation needed for G14-N preparation. With the International Building Code, 2018; International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018; and International Plumbing Code, 2018, students can study the major roofing and roof drainage code areas and build stronger familiarity with the materials used during exam preparation. 1 Exam Prep helps candidates move toward their roofing contractor goals with organized review, realistic preparation, and better reference-use habits.

FAQ Section

What books are included in the ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N Book Package?

This package includes the International Building Code, 2018; International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018; and International Plumbing Code, 2018.

Is the ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N exam open book?

Yes. The G14-N Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor exam is an open-book test. Candidates should follow current testing rules for approved references, tabs, markings, notes, and book condition.

What topics should I study for the G14-N exam?

Important study areas include roof assemblies, roof coverings, reroofing, roof slope, underlayment, flashing, drainage, storm drainage, fire classification, materials, roof deck conditions, permits, and inspections.

Why is the International Plumbing Code included in this roofing package?

The International Plumbing Code supports study of roof drainage and storm drainage provisions, including topics that may involve roof drains, overflow drainage, leaders, conductors, gutters, and scuppers.

Does this book package include an online course?

This product is a book package. It includes the listed reference books and does not include online course access unless a separate course product is purchased.

Does passing the ICC G14-N exam automatically give me a roofing contractor license?

No. Licensing is controlled by the applicable state, city, county, municipality, board, or local authority. The exam may be one part of the licensing process, depending on the jurisdiction.

Why are both the IBC and IRC included?

The IBC supports commercial and multi-family roofing study, while the IRC supports one- and two-family dwelling roofing study. Both references help candidates prepare for code-based roofing questions.

Who should use this book package?

This package is useful for roofing contractors, subcontractors, qualifying agents, supervisors, estimators, project managers, and trade professionals preparing for the ICC National Roofing Contractor/Subcontractor - G14-N exam.

How should I study with these books?

Study by topic and reference. Practice locating roofing requirements in the IBC and IRC, review drainage requirements in the IPC, and use timed practice to improve lookup speed.

Can these books help with residential and commercial roofing study?

Yes. The IRC supports residential roofing requirements for one- and two-family dwellings, the IBC supports broader commercial and multi-family roofing requirements, and the IPC supports roof drainage study.