Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair Contractor Books & Application Accelerator

Prepare for the Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair Contractor examination with a complete six-book reference package and organized application support. This package combines the technical books identified for the trade exam with an Application Accelerator designed to help contractors and qualifying parties approach the Mississippi licensing process in a clear, structured way.

The Boiler Installation and Repair classification covers boilers and associated gas and steam piping used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Candidates may encounter questions involving boiler operation, hydronic heating, fuel-gas systems, mechanical code requirements, pumps, valves, controls, piping, traps, safety, fuels, and related system components.

Because the examination covers several technical areas, candidates must know more than basic boiler terminology. They should understand operating principles, recognize system components, interpret code requirements, work with pumps and controls, and locate information efficiently within multiple references during an open-book examination.

The included books address steam plant operation, residential and light-commercial hydronic heating, mechanical systems, fuel-gas installations, federal construction safety requirements, and HVAC pump applications. Together, these references provide a broad technical foundation for preparing for the Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair trade exam.

The Application Accelerator supports the administrative side of the licensing process. It helps candidates organize the steps associated with submitting a Mississippi contractor application, identifying the qualifying party, preparing supporting documents, receiving examination authorization, and completing the licensing process after testing.

This package is intended for experienced boiler installers, mechanical contractors, technicians, qualifying parties, business owners, and trade professionals preparing to pursue the Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair specialty classification. It does not replace field experience, technical training, manufacturer instructions, or the candidate’s responsibility to meet all state licensing requirements.

What You Get

• Six Exam Reference Books: Receive the complete set of references listed for the Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair trade examination.
• Boiler and Steam-System Coverage: Review boiler construction, steam generation, operation, combustion, auxiliary equipment, controls, and plant practices.
• Hydronic Heating Coverage: Study hot-water heating systems, system layouts, heat emitters, piping, controls, circulators, and modern hydronic design principles.
• Mechanical and Fuel-Gas Codes: Prepare with the specific editions of the International Mechanical Code and International Fuel Gas Code listed for the examination.
• Construction Safety Reference: Review applicable federal construction safety regulations contained in 29 CFR Part 1926.
• Pump-System Reference: Study HVAC pump selection, operation, system behavior, energy use, troubleshooting, and application principles.
• Application Accelerator: Use an organized framework for approaching the Mississippi contractor application and testing-authorization process.

The Application Accelerator provides preparation support for the licensing process but does not guarantee application acceptance, examination eligibility, license issuance, or approval by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. Applicants remain responsible for submitting accurate information and satisfying all applicable requirements.

Exam Details

The Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair examination is administered through PSI as part of the contractor licensing process overseen by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. Applicants must submit the appropriate contractor application and receive testing eligibility before scheduling the trade exam.

The Boiler Installation and Repair examination contains 50 questions. Candidates are allowed 2 hours to complete the test and must earn a minimum score of 70 percent to pass.

The examination content is divided among the following subject areas:

• Boilers: 15 questions
• Valves and Controls: 8 questions
• Pumps: 5 questions
• Safety: 5 questions
• Piping and Traps: 8 questions
• Other Components and Accessories: 4 questions
• Fuels: 2 questions
• General Knowledge and Code Requirements: 3 questions

Boilers represent the largest portion of the exam. Candidates should be prepared to review boiler types, operating principles, combustion, steam and hot-water systems, accessories, water treatment concepts, system efficiency, controls, inspection considerations, and common operating conditions.

Valves, controls, piping, and traps also account for a significant portion of the examination. Preparation should include pressure and temperature controls, safety devices, control sequences, valve applications, steam traps, piping arrangements, expansion, circulation, and system operation.

Pump questions may address pump types, performance, selection, system resistance, flow, head, efficiency, operation, and troubleshooting. The HVAC Pump Handbook supports focused review of pumping systems used in heating and mechanical applications.

Safety questions may draw from federal construction regulations and general boiler-industry practices. Candidates should understand jobsite safety, personal protective equipment, fall protection, electrical hazards, material handling, welding and cutting precautions, excavation requirements when applicable, and safe equipment procedures.

Open Book Test

The Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair examination is an open-book test. Candidates are responsible for bringing their permitted references to the testing center and ensuring that the books comply with PSI’s current examination rules.

Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed before the examination. Permanent tabs may be used to identify major chapters, code sections, tables, and technical subjects. Temporary tabs, removable notes, loose papers, Post-it-style markers, and additional attached pages are not permitted.

Candidates may not write in their references during the testing session. Books should be prepared before arriving at the examination center. The name and edition of each code book should match the edition identified for the exam because code questions are based on the specifically listed code editions.

An open-book examination still requires careful study. Six references can contain thousands of pages of technical information. A candidate who does not know which book applies to a question may spend too much time searching through unrelated material.

Effective preparation includes reviewing each reference’s table of contents, index, chapter structure, definitions, diagrams, formulas, tables, and appendices. Candidates should practice identifying the primary subject of a question and selecting the most likely reference before beginning a search.

For example, a question about steam generation or boiler operation may be addressed in Steam Plant Operation. A question about residential hydronic distribution may require Modern Hydronic Heating. Fuel-gas installation questions may involve the International Fuel Gas Code, while pump-performance questions may direct the candidate to the HVAC Pump Handbook.

Licensing Steps

The Mississippi contractor licensing process begins with an application to the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. Candidates cannot schedule the Boiler Installation and Repair examination until the Board reviews the application and sends the qualifying party’s testing eligibility to PSI.

1. Select the appropriate classification. Confirm that Boiler Installation and Repair matches the work the applicant intends to perform.
2. Complete the contractor application. Provide the requested information about the business, ownership, officers, qualifying party, experience, finances, insurance, tax records, and references.
3. Prepare the supporting documents. Gather the records required for the applicant’s entity type and requested contractor classification.
4. Identify the qualifying party. Name the individual who will satisfy the applicable examination requirement for the business.
5. Submit the application to the Board. The Mississippi State Board of Contractors reviews the application and identifies missing or incomplete items.
6. Receive testing eligibility. After the applicant is approved to test, MSBOC sends the qualifying party’s information to PSI.
7. Schedule the required examinations. Follow PSI’s registration instructions after receiving confirmation of eligibility.
8. Prepare with the listed references. Study the technical subjects and practice locating information under timed conditions.
9. Complete the examinations. Follow the testing provider’s identification, calculator, security, and reference-material requirements.
10. Complete final Board review. Passing the examinations does not automatically issue the license. The application and supporting documents must also be complete and approved.

The Application Accelerator helps candidates organize these stages and reduce confusion about the order of the licensing process. It supports application readiness by focusing attention on the contractor application, supporting records, qualifying-party information, testing authorization, and final review.

State Requirements

The Mississippi State Board of Contractors identifies Boiler Installation and Repair as a test-required specialty classification within the mechanical category. The classification involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of boilers and associated gas and steam piping for residential, commercial, and industrial use.

The classified scope includes power boiler installations, hot-water heating systems, steam fitting, fire-tube and water-tube steel power boilers, low-pressure hot-water heating boilers, piping, fittings, valves, gauges, pumps, radiators, convectors, fuel-oil tanks, fuel-oil lines, chimneys, flues, heat insulation, and associated equipment.

The classification may also include solar heating equipment associated with boiler and hydronic systems, as well as welding that is part of the classified boiler work. Contractors should perform only work covered by their issued classification and any other credentials required for the project.

Applicants must identify a qualifying party who satisfies the examination requirement for the business. The application must establish the qualifying party’s relationship with the company and include the supporting documentation requested by the Board.

Mississippi contractor applicants must also complete the Mississippi Law and Business Management examination unless an applicable Board rule or approved waiver changes the requirement. The Law and Business Management test is separate from the Boiler Installation and Repair trade examination.

Business names and identifying information should remain consistent across the contractor application, entity-registration documents, insurance records, financial information, tax records, and other supporting materials. Incomplete or inconsistent information can delay the licensing process.

Reference Books

• Steam Plant Operation, 10th Edition, 2017
  Provides detailed coverage of steam plants, boilers, combustion, fuels, water treatment, steam generation, auxiliary equipment, controls, operation, maintenance, efficiency, and plant safety. This reference supports the boiler, fuel, control, and general-operation portions of the examination.
• Modern Hydronic Heating for Residential and Light Commercial Buildings, 2012
  Explains hydronic heating principles, system design, piping arrangements, heat sources, heat emitters, circulators, controls, zoning, hydraulic separation, radiant heating, and practical system applications for residential and light-commercial buildings.
• International Mechanical Code, 2021
  Contains mechanical code requirements for heating systems, boilers, appliances, combustion air, chimneys, vents, hydronic piping, mechanical equipment, installation clearances, safety controls, and related mechanical work.
• International Fuel Gas Code, 2021
  Addresses fuel-gas piping, appliance installation, combustion air, venting, sizing, testing, pressure regulation, shutoff devices, materials, connections, and safety requirements for gas-fired equipment.
• Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), with Latest Available Amendments
  Contains federal construction-safety regulations addressing personal protective equipment, fall protection, electrical safety, scaffolding, ladders, welding and cutting, material handling, excavation, tools, equipment, and other jobsite hazards.
• HVAC Pump Handbook, 2006
  Covers HVAC pumping systems, pump selection, flow, head, system curves, performance, energy use, variable-speed operation, controls, maintenance, system optimization, and troubleshooting.

Exam Room Approved Books

The following references are identified for use with the Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair examination:

• Steam Plant Operation, 10th Edition, 2017
  A primary reference for boiler systems, steam generation, plant equipment, operation, controls, fuels, and safety.
• Modern Hydronic Heating for Residential and Light Commercial Buildings, 2012
  The listed edition for hydronic heating systems, circulation, piping, controls, and system design principles.
• International Mechanical Code, 2021
  The specified code edition used for mechanical code questions on the examination.
• International Fuel Gas Code, 2021
  The specified code edition used for fuel-gas installation and system requirements.
• Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), with Latest Available Amendments
  The construction-safety reference used for federal OSHA requirements.
• HVAC Pump Handbook, 2006
  The listed reference for pump applications, performance, operation, controls, and HVAC pumping systems.

Candidates should use the listed editions when preparing for the examination. The International Mechanical Code and International Fuel Gas Code must match the specified editions because the examination’s code questions are based on those editions.

Test Information and Study Materials

A strong study plan should follow the examination content outline. Begin with boilers because that subject represents the largest group of questions. Review boiler types, components, heat transfer, combustion, controls, operation, steam production, hot-water systems, accessories, efficiency, and common operating problems.

Next, focus on valves, controls, piping, and traps. Learn the purpose and operation of pressure-reducing valves, safety valves, check valves, control valves, steam traps, expansion devices, gauges, temperature controls, pressure controls, and system-protection components.

Pump preparation should include pump types, system head, flow, pump curves, efficiency, cavitation, variable-speed operation, system resistance, control methods, and troubleshooting. Practice identifying how changes in piping or system demand affect pump operation.

Code preparation should involve direct use of the 2021 International Mechanical Code and 2021 International Fuel Gas Code. Become familiar with chapter organization, definitions, tables, required clearances, piping rules, venting provisions, combustion-air requirements, testing procedures, and appliance installation requirements.

Safety review should include applicable OSHA requirements and practical boiler-work hazards. Study personal protective equipment, fall prevention, electrical safety, welding and cutting, confined work areas, material handling, tools, ladders, scaffolds, and safe equipment operation.

Use practice questions to improve both technical knowledge and reference-navigation speed. Identify the main term in the question, determine the appropriate book, locate the relevant chapter or code section, and confirm the answer from the supporting text.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair candidates approach the examination and licensing process with an organized plan. The package brings together the complete technical reference set and an application-focused framework in one coordinated solution.

The books support trade-focused review of boiler systems, steam and hot-water heating, fuel gas, mechanical codes, pumps, controls, piping, traps, and construction safety. Candidates can organize their preparation around the official examination topics rather than relying on scattered information.

Practice-oriented preparation encourages candidates to work directly with the references. Learning how to identify keywords, choose the correct book, use indexes, locate code sections, and confirm answers under timed conditions can improve open-book exam readiness.

The Application Accelerator helps customers understand the sequence of the Mississippi licensing process, from application preparation and qualifying-party documentation through testing authorization and final Board review. This structure can make the administrative requirements easier to manage alongside technical study.

1 Exam Prep does not guarantee a passing score, license approval, or examination outcome. Candidates remain responsible for studying, providing accurate application information, meeting experience and documentation requirements, and complying with all applicable state rules.

How many questions are on the Boiler Installation and Repair exam?

The Mississippi Boiler Installation and Repair examination contains 50 questions. Candidates are allowed two hours to complete the test.

What score is required to pass?

Candidates must earn a minimum score of 70 percent to pass the trade examination.

Is the examination open book?

Yes. The Boiler Installation and Repair examination is open book, subject to PSI’s current rules for approved references, permanent tabs, markings, calculators, and examination-room materials.

Which editions of the hydronic heating and pump books are included?

The package includes Modern Hydronic Heating for Residential and Light Commercial Buildings, 2012, and the HVAC Pump Handbook, 2006, matching the editions listed for the examination.

Does the package include the required code books?

Yes. The package includes the 2021 International Mechanical Code and the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code.

Does the package include application assistance?

Yes. The Application Accelerator provides an organized framework for preparing for the Mississippi contractor application, qualifying-party documentation, examination authorization, and final licensing review.

Does this package include the Mississippi Law and Business book?

No. The six listed references support the Boiler Installation and Repair trade examination. The Mississippi Law and Business Management reference is separate.

Do I need to apply before scheduling the examination?

Yes. The contractor application must be submitted to the Mississippi State Board of Contractors before the qualifying party receives testing eligibility from PSI.

Does passing the exam automatically issue the license?

No. Passing the examination is one part of the licensing process. The application and all required supporting documentation must also be complete and approved.

Can this package guarantee that I will pass?

No. Examination results depend on the candidate’s trade experience, preparation, understanding of the references, study habits, and performance on test day.