Idaho Falls Idaho Residential Building Contractor (C) (ICC - G13-N) Books & Courses Rental Package

Idaho Falls Idaho Residential Building Contractor (C) (ICC - G13-N) Books & Courses Rental Package

The Idaho Falls Idaho Residential Building Contractor (C) (ICC - G13-N) Books & Courses Rental Package is designed for contractors preparing for the ICC G13-N Residential Building Contractor (C) exam path used for Idaho Falls residential building contractor licensing. This rental package includes the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018 as a rental book, along with online course access to help candidates study residential construction code topics in a more organized way.

This package is built for candidates who want a practical combination of reference material and guided exam preparation. The 2018 IRC is the primary residential code book used for this exam path, and the course access helps structure your study time around the types of code topics that residential contractor candidates need to understand. Instead of trying to prepare from the book alone, this package gives you both the rental reference and a course-based study format.

The Idaho Falls Class C building contractor classification applies to residential one- and two-family dwellings. For candidates qualifying through the ICC examination method, the G13-N exam is an important part of demonstrating residential building code knowledge. The exam focuses on code-based residential contractor topics, including general regulations, building planning and life safety, structural systems, and building envelope requirements.

Residential contractor exams are not based only on field experience. Candidates must know how to read code language, locate definitions, use tables, recognize exceptions, and apply residential construction requirements to exam-style questions. The included rental book and course access support that process by giving you a reference to study from and a structured course environment to help guide your preparation.

The International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018 covers residential building, mechanical, plumbing, fuel gas, electrical, and energy provisions for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses. Because the IRC is a large technical code book, effective preparation depends on learning where important subjects are located and how code requirements connect to real construction conditions.

What You Get

The rental format gives candidates access to the required book for preparation without purchasing the reference outright. The refundable deposit is listed separately from the package price, and the total due today reflects the package price plus the refundable deposit. Candidates should keep the rental book in good condition and follow the return requirements provided at the time of purchase.

The course portion provides 6 months of course access, giving candidates time to review residential code subjects, build a study routine, and become more familiar with the exam’s major knowledge areas. Course access is useful for candidates who want a more guided preparation format instead of studying the code book without direction.

Exam Details

The ICC G13-N Residential Building Contractor (C) exam is part of the International Code Council contractor and trades examination program. ICC contractor exams are used by participating jurisdictions to evaluate whether candidates can understand and apply construction code requirements related to the contractor classification being pursued. For Idaho Falls applicants, the ICC examination method is one accepted path for qualifying for the city building contractor license process.

The City of Idaho Falls identifies Class C as a building contractor license classification for residential one- and two-family dwellings. The city requires a person performing work that requires a building permit within city limits to hold an active contractor license with the city unless an exemption applies. Idaho Falls contractor licensing is separate from Idaho state contractor registration, so applicants should pay attention to both city and state requirements.

The ICC G13-N Residential Building Contractor (C) exam is a multiple-choice exam. Verified exam information identifies the exam as open book, with 80 questions, a 4-hour time limit, and a 70% minimum passing score. The exam content is organized around major residential contractor subject areas, including permits and general regulations, building planning and life safety, structural systems, and building envelope topics.

Because the exam is code-based, preparation should focus on both subject knowledge and reference navigation. Candidates should know how the 2018 IRC is organized, where definitions are found, how tables are structured, how exceptions are written, and how related code sections connect to each other. The course access and rental book combination helps candidates study the material while building familiarity with the residential code reference.

Study areas may include code administration concepts, definitions, job planning, building planning, occupancy-related provisions, life safety, emergency escape and rescue openings, means of egress, stairways, guards, handrails, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, footings, foundations, concrete, floor construction, wall framing, roof-ceiling construction, masonry, energy efficiency, interior finishes, glass and glazing, exterior finishes, and roof coverings.

Open Book Test

The ICC G13-N Residential Building Contractor (C) exam is an open-book contractor exam when approved references are permitted under the current testing rules. This package includes the rental reference used for preparation: the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018.

An open-book exam still requires focused preparation. Candidates who are unfamiliar with the book can lose valuable time searching through the table of contents, index, chapters, definitions, tables, footnotes, and exceptions. The exam is timed, so the ability to quickly locate the correct code section is an important part of preparation.

The course access helps candidates review residential contractor topics in a structured way, while the rental book gives them the code reference needed to practice lookups. Candidates should use both together. When a topic appears in the course, locate the related section in the IRC, review the code language, read nearby exceptions, and practice finding the answer directly from the book.

Before exam day, candidates should practice with timed lookup exercises. Select a topic, find the relevant chapter, locate the applicable section or table, and answer from the code book. Then review the reasoning behind the answer. This process builds speed, confidence, and code familiarity.

Licensing Steps

The Idaho Falls licensing process begins by identifying the correct contractor classification. For residential building work involving one- and two-family dwellings, the city identifies Class C as the applicable building contractor license classification. Applicants should match their intended scope of work to the proper city license class before beginning the application process.

After identifying the correct classification, the applicant completes the City of Idaho Falls building contractor license application process. Idaho Falls allows applicants to qualify through an accepted ICC examination, a qualifying college degree path, or reciprocity from certain listed states. Candidates using the ICC examination method must pass the required contractor exam and provide passing documentation as part of the city license application.

The ICC examination is scheduled through the ICC and Pearson VUE testing process. Candidates select the correct exam, follow the registration instructions, meet identification requirements, and take the exam through an approved testing format. After passing the exam, the applicant submits the passing exam record with the Idaho Falls contractor license application.

The city may also require complete business information, applicable state registration, insurance or bond documentation, and payment of application and license fees. Idaho Falls contractor licenses expire one year after issuance, and Class A, B, and C building contractors must complete continuing education for renewal.

Applicants should keep copies of exam records, application documents, rental package purchase details, course access information, registration records, insurance documents, and continuing education certificates. Organized documentation helps reduce delays when applying for a license, renewing a license, or pulling permits for regulated work inside Idaho Falls city limits.

State Requirements

Idaho Falls contractor licensing is a local city requirement. Idaho state contractor registration is separate and is handled at the state level. Contractors working in Idaho Falls may need both the appropriate city contractor license and state contractor registration, depending on the work performed and the contractor’s business structure.

The City of Idaho Falls requires an active contractor license for work requiring a building permit within city limits unless an exemption applies. For building contractors, the city uses classifications that include Class A, Class B, Class C, and Class D. Class C is identified for residential one- and two-family dwellings.

Idaho Falls contractor licensing rules also include continuing education requirements. Class A, B, and C building contractors are required to complete continuing education for renewal. Contractors should monitor current city requirements, renewal deadlines, fee schedules, insurance requirements, bond requirements, and state registration rules so they remain eligible to perform regulated work.

Passing the ICC exam does not automatically issue a city contractor license. The exam supports the qualification process, but the applicant must still complete the licensing application, submit required documentation, satisfy applicable city requirements, and receive approval from the licensing authority.

Reference Books

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• Included Rental Book: International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  The 2018 IRC is the included rental reference for this package. It covers residential building, mechanical, plumbing, fuel gas, electrical, and energy provisions for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses. For the G13-N exam path, it supports preparation for code-based questions involving residential planning, foundations, framing, life safety, building envelope requirements, and related residential construction topics.

Test Information and Study Materials

The G13-N exam requires a practical study plan because the 2018 IRC is broad, detailed, and technical. Candidates should begin by learning the structure of the book. The IRC includes administrative provisions, definitions, building planning, foundations, floors, wall construction, roof-ceiling construction, chimneys and fireplaces, energy efficiency, mechanical systems, fuel gas, plumbing, and electrical provisions.

The course access in this rental package helps candidates create a more organized study schedule. A useful study routine is to review a course topic, locate the related IRC chapter, read the applicable code sections, and practice answering questions from the book. This helps connect course instruction with the actual code reference that candidates need to understand for the exam.

Definitions are one of the most important areas to study. Many exam questions depend on the exact meaning of a code term. A familiar construction word can have a specific code meaning that changes how a question should be answered. Candidates should know where definitions are located and practice checking them before selecting an answer.

Tables are also a major part of residential code exams. The IRC uses tables for spans, fasteners, loads, footing requirements, fire separation distances, stair and guard requirements, energy requirements, mechanical clearances, plumbing sizing, and electrical provisions. Candidates should practice reading table titles, column headings, notes, limitations, and exceptions. A correct answer often depends on a condition or footnote that is easy to overlook.

For general regulations, candidates should focus on permit concepts, code administration, definitions, and basic job planning. For building planning and life safety, candidates should review room dimensions, light and ventilation, emergency escape and rescue openings, means of egress, stairways, handrails, guards, fire protection, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and interior environment requirements.

For structural systems, candidates should review footings, foundations, concrete, floors, wall framing, roof-ceiling construction, stairs, masonry, and wood construction. These topics make up a large portion of residential construction knowledge and require careful code navigation. Candidates should practice locating framing tables, foundation provisions, connection requirements, and structural limitations.

For building envelope topics, candidates should review exterior finishes, roof coverings, glass and glazing, gypsum board, plaster, weather protection, flashing, and energy efficiency. These sections often require candidates to understand both the construction material and the code requirement that governs installation or performance.

A strong preparation plan includes repeated timed practice. Candidates should practice opening the book, finding the correct chapter, locating the answer, and confirming the response from the code language. This routine helps build speed and reduces uncertainty during the exam. The rental book gives candidates the reference needed for this practice, and the course access helps keep the study process organized.

Because this is a rental package, candidates should use the study period wisely. The 6 months of course access gives time to review the course content, study the IRC, repeat difficult topics, and build confidence with code navigation before scheduling or taking the exam.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps contractor candidates prepare with organized, trade-focused study materials that make large code references easier to use. For the Idaho Falls Idaho Residential Building Contractor (C) ICC G13-N exam path, candidates need more than general residential construction experience. They need to understand how the code book is structured and how to apply the correct section to a specific exam question.

This Books & Courses Rental Package supports that goal by combining a rental copy of the 2018 IRC with 6 months of course access. The rental book gives candidates the reference needed to study code language directly, while the course helps organize preparation around residential construction topics. Together, they create a more complete preparation experience than using the book alone.

1 Exam Prep focuses on preparation that is realistic and useful. The package helps students build better reference navigation habits, strengthen code familiarity, and approach study sessions with more structure. It does not guarantee a passing score, licensing approval, or any specific exam result. It gives candidates a stronger foundation for focused preparation and more confident book use.

Residential contractor exams can feel overwhelming because the material is detailed and code-driven. Organized preparation helps reduce that pressure. With the rental book, course access, and consistent study practice, candidates can approach the ICC G13-N exam with a better understanding of where information is located and how to apply it.

For contractors who are balancing work, scheduling, and licensing goals, a rental package can be a practical way to access study materials and stay focused. Instead of beginning with no structure, candidates receive a clear combination of reference material and course access designed to support exam preparation from the start.

FAQ Section

What is included in this Idaho Falls Idaho Residential Building Contractor (C) rental package?

This package includes a rental copy of the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018 and 6 months of course access.

What is the package price?

The package price is $490.

Is there a refundable deposit?

Yes. The refundable deposit is $150.

What is the total due today?

The total due today is $640, which includes the $490 package price and the $150 refundable deposit.

How long is the course access?

This package includes 6 months of course access.

Is this package for the ICC G13-N exam?

Yes. This package is intended for candidates preparing for the Idaho Falls Idaho Residential Building Contractor (C) ICC G13-N exam path.

Is the ICC G13-N Residential Building Contractor exam open book?

Yes. The ICC G13-N Residential Building Contractor (C) exam is an open-book contractor exam when approved references are permitted under the current testing rules.

How many questions are on the G13-N exam?

The ICC G13-N Residential Building Contractor (C) exam has 80 multiple-choice questions.

What is the time limit for the G13-N exam?

The exam time limit is 4 hours.

What score is required to pass the G13-N exam?

The minimum passing score for the ICC G13-N Residential Building Contractor (C) exam is 70%.

What does the Idaho Falls Class C contractor license cover?

Idaho Falls identifies Class C as a building contractor license classification for residential one- and two-family dwellings.

Does passing the ICC exam automatically give me an Idaho Falls contractor license?

No. Passing the ICC exam is part of the qualification process when using the examination method. Applicants still need to complete the Idaho Falls licensing process and submit required documentation.

Can this rental package replace studying?

No. The rental book and course access support preparation, but candidates still need to study the material, practice code lookups, and become comfortable applying code requirements to exam-style questions.