Nevada Commercial Remodeling Contractor (B-6) Ultimate Exam Prep Rental

Prepare for the Nevada Commercial Remodeling Contractor (B-6) examination with an Ultimate Exam Prep Rental package designed around the technical subjects, code references, and contractor Business and Law material used for Nevada licensing preparation. This package combines highlighted and tabbed rental books, 1 year of course access, Application Service, commercial remodeling review, approved code navigation, construction safety study, estimating preparation, and Nevada Business and Law support.

The Nevada B-6 Commercial Remodeling Contractor classification is regulated by the Nevada State Contractors Board. The classification covers remodeling and improvement of qualifying commercial interior spaces. Candidates preparing for the B-6 examination should understand a broad range of commercial remodeling subjects, including drywall and finishes, tile, thermal and moisture protection, plan reading and estimating, construction safety, carpentry, doors and windows, concrete, masonry, metals, and applicable building-code requirements.

The technical reference package includes the International Building Code, 2012; ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary; and ACI 530/530.1-13: Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries. These references support the approved code-navigation portion of B-6 examination preparation.

Additional study references include Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA); Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition; Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone by Clois E. Kicklighter, 10th Edition; ANSI A108/A118/A136.1:2017, American National Standard Specifications for the Installation of Ceramic Tile; Builders Guide to Floors, 1997; Setting Tile, 1995, supplied as a used book; Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation, 2017; and The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition.

The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is also included for contractor management and Business and Law preparation. All included technical and business rental books are highlighted and tabbed to provide a more organized study experience and help candidates become familiar with the location of important information.

The Ultimate package also includes 1 year of course access and Application Service. The extended course-access period gives candidates time to revisit difficult B-6 subjects, practice approved reference navigation, strengthen estimating and trade knowledge, and prepare separately for the Nevada Contractor Management Survey requirement.

Package Price: $2,360 plus a refundable $1,000 book deposit, for a total initial payment of $3,360.

Please allow up to 15 business days for Ultimate book package orders.

Exam Details

The Nevada B-6 Commercial Remodeling Contractor trade examination is administered through PSI for candidates who have received examination eligibility through the Nevada State Contractors Board.

• Exam: Nevada B-6 Commercial Remodeling Contractor
• Number of Questions: 80
• Time Allowed: 3 hours
• Minimum Passing Score: 56 correct answers
• Testing Provider: PSI

The B-6 trade examination covers the following major subject areas:

• Concrete: 4 questions
• Masonry: 4 questions
• Metals: 3 questions
• Carpentry: 7 questions
• Thermal and Moisture Protection: 10 questions
• Doors and Windows: 5 questions
• Drywall and Finishes: 17 questions
• Tile: 10 questions
• Safety: 10 questions
• Plan Reading and Estimating: 10 questions

Drywall and Finishes is the largest individual category, with 17 questions. Candidates should make gypsum systems, partitions, ceilings, assemblies, installation procedures, finishing methods, and commercial interior finish work a major part of their study plan.

Thermal and Moisture Protection, Tile, Safety, and Plan Reading and Estimating each contain 10 questions. Together, those four categories represent a substantial portion of the examination. A strong study plan should give each of them dedicated review time rather than treating them as secondary material.

Tile preparation can include substrates, layout, setting materials, mortar, grout, installation methods, tolerances, and accepted ceramic, glass, and stone tile practices. The included ANSI specifications, tile handbook, and Setting Tile reference provide focused study material for this portion of the exam.

Plan Reading and Estimating preparation can include construction drawings, dimensions, symbols, details, material quantities, measurements, takeoffs, and information commonly used to estimate commercial remodeling work.

Concrete, Masonry, Metals, Carpentry, and Doors and Windows make up the remaining examination categories. Although they contain fewer questions individually, each contributes toward the required passing score and should remain part of a complete B-6 preparation plan.

Open Book Test

The Nevada B-6 Commercial Remodeling Contractor trade examination permits specific approved code references in the testing room. Candidates should prepare with the permitted references while also learning trade knowledge from the additional study books that cannot be used during the exam.

The approved exam-room references included with this package are:

• International Building Code, 2012
• ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
• ACI 530/530.1-13: Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries

The International Building Code should receive regular navigation practice. Candidates should become familiar with the index, chapter organization, numbered sections, tables, exceptions, and cross-references so code requirements can be located efficiently during the timed examination.

ACI 318-14 supports preparation for the concrete portion of the exam, while ACI 530/530.1-13 supports masonry code preparation. Candidates should understand the organization of these references rather than waiting until test day to become familiar with them.

The OSHA reference, Gypsum Construction Handbook, Modern Masonry, ANSI tile specifications, Builders Guide to Floors, Setting Tile, Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation, and The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction are study references and are not allowed into the B-6 trade examination.

Because these books cannot be used during the trade exam, candidates should study them for understanding and recall. Drywall methods, tile practices, jobsite safety, practical masonry, flooring concepts, and concrete construction knowledge should be developed before testing rather than treated as material that can be looked up during the exam.

Licensing Steps

The Nevada State Contractors Board regulates licensing for the B-6 Commercial Remodeling Contractor classification. Applicants must satisfy the applicable experience, application, examination, financial, background, and final licensing requirements.

1. Confirm the B-6 classification. Determine that Commercial Remodeling matches the type of interior remodeling work the business plans to perform.
2. Identify the qualifying individual. Designate the person who will satisfy the experience and trade qualification requirements for the B-6 classification.
3. Document qualifying experience. Prepare acceptable records demonstrating relevant experience in commercial remodeling and related construction work.
4. Submit the Nevada contractor application. Provide the required business, qualifier, financial, and supporting information to the Nevada State Contractors Board.
5. Complete applicable background requirements. Follow the fingerprint and background procedures required during the licensing process.
6. Provide financial documentation. Nevada evaluates financial responsibility when establishing the monetary limit for the contractor license.
7. Receive examination eligibility. After the Board reviews the applicant's qualifications, eligible candidates may proceed with testing.
8. Schedule the B-6 examination through PSI. Arrange the trade examination after receiving examination eligibility.
9. Prepare for the trade examination. Study drywall and finishes, tile, safety, plan reading and estimating, thermal and moisture protection, carpentry, concrete, masonry, metals, doors and windows, and approved code navigation.
10. Prepare for Business and Law. Use the included Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada for Contractor Management Survey preparation.
11. Complete required examinations. Meet the applicable trade and management examination requirements.
12. Complete final licensing requirements. Satisfy applicable bond, financial, and other requirements before license issuance.

Application Service is included with the Ultimate package to support candidates with organizing the Nevada contractor licensing application process while they focus on preparing for the B-6 trade and Business and Law examinations.

State Requirements

The Nevada B-6 Commercial Remodeling classification covers remodeling and improvement of qualifying interior spaces in commercial structures. The classification can apply to structures exceeding three stories in height and certain lower structures connected to buildings exceeding three stories.

The B-6 scope does not authorize a contractor to install, remove, or modify structural members, mechanical systems, fire protection systems, or other life-safety systems. Work outside the B-6 authority must be performed under an appropriate contractor classification.

For the standard Nevada contractor licensing pathway, the trade qualifying individual generally must have a minimum of four years of qualifying experience as a journeyman, foreman, supervising employee, or contractor in the specific trade category requested.

The four years of qualifying experience must generally have been gained within the 15 years immediately preceding the contractor application. Candidates should maintain organized experience records that demonstrate their background in the requested classification.

Nevada contractor applicants generally must also satisfy both trade and management qualification requirements. One individual may serve as both the Management and Trade Qualified Individual when qualified, or separate individuals may fill the two roles.

The Management Qualified Individual generally satisfies Nevada's Contractor Management Survey Business and Law requirement, while the Trade Qualified Individual establishes the applicable experience and trade examination qualifications.

Nevada contractor licensing also evaluates financial responsibility. The Board uses applicable financial information in determining the monetary limit associated with a license. Final licensing requirements also include the applicable contractor bond and other items required before the license becomes active.

Reference Books

• International Building Code, 2012
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed rental code reference supporting commercial building requirements, construction methods, interior finishes, building materials, means of egress, and related code subjects. This reference is approved for B-6 exam-room use.
• ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed rental reference supporting concrete code requirements and technical preparation. This reference is approved for B-6 exam-room use.
• ACI 530/530.1-13: Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed rental reference supporting masonry-code requirements and related examination preparation. This reference is approved for B-6 exam-room use.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting PPE, ladders, scaffolds, fall protection, tools, material handling, and other construction-safety topics. This book is not allowed into the B-6 trade examination.
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting gypsum panels, drywall systems, ceilings, partitions, assemblies, installation, taping, and finishing. This book is not allowed into the B-6 trade examination.
• Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 10th Edition
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting practical masonry methods, brick, block, stone, layout, materials, and installation practices. This book is not allowed into the B-6 trade examination.
• ANSI A108/A118/A136.1:2017, American National Standard Specifications for the Installation of Ceramic Tile, 2017
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting ceramic tile materials, installation requirements, substrates, setting methods, and related technical standards. This reference is not allowed into the B-6 trade examination.
• Builders Guide to Floors, 1997
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting floor systems, materials, layout, and construction practices relevant to remodeling work. This book is not allowed into the B-6 trade examination.
• Setting Tile, 1995 (Used)
  Included Book: Used, highlighted, and tabbed study reference supporting tile layout, substrate preparation, setting materials, tools, installation methods, and finishing techniques. This book is not allowed into the B-6 trade examination.
• Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation, 2017
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting ceramic, glass, and stone tile systems, installation methods, substrates, materials, and industry practices. This book is not allowed into the B-6 trade examination.
• The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed study reference supporting concrete materials, placement, finishing, quality concepts, and practical concrete construction. This book is not allowed into the B-6 trade examination.
• Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed business reference supporting Nevada Contractor Management Survey and Business and Law preparation.

All included technical and Business and Law rental books are highlighted and tabbed to help candidates organize study material and become more familiar with key sections throughout their preparation.

Please allow up to 15 business days for Ultimate book package orders.

Test Information and Study Materials

The Ultimate package includes 1 year of course access, allowing candidates to build a preparation schedule around the complete B-6 examination rather than attempting to cover every subject in a short period.

Prioritize Drywall and Finishes. This category contains 17 questions and deserves the largest share of focused study. Review gypsum systems, partitions, ceilings, installation practices, finishing methods, and commercial interior finish work.

Study Tile thoroughly. Tile accounts for 10 questions. Review substrates, setting materials, grout, installation standards, layout, tolerances, and ceramic, glass, and stone tile practices.

Practice Plan Reading and Estimating. Review construction drawings, dimensions, symbols, quantities, material takeoffs, measurements, and project details used to estimate commercial remodeling work.

Review Thermal and Moisture Protection. This category also contains 10 questions. Study materials and construction methods used to address moisture, air movement, environmental exposure, and interior protection systems.

Prepare for Safety. OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 is a study-only reference for the trade exam, so candidates should learn safety topics before testing. Review PPE, fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, tools, material handling, and other common construction hazards.

Practice approved reference navigation. Work regularly with the International Building Code, ACI 318-14, and ACI 530/530.1-13 so you can locate relevant code information efficiently when a lookup is needed.

Review all smaller trade categories. Carpentry, Doors and Windows, Concrete, Masonry, and Metals contain fewer questions individually, but together they represent a meaningful portion of the exam.

Prepare separately for Business and Law. Use the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada to study contractor management and licensing topics without mixing those subjects into every technical B-6 study session.

Practice under timed conditions. Candidates have three hours to complete 80 questions. Timed preparation can help improve pacing and help candidates determine when to use an approved reference versus answering directly from trade knowledge.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports Nevada B-6 Commercial Remodeling Contractor candidates through organized study guidance, commercial-remodeling review, practice-oriented preparation, approved reference navigation, Business and Law preparation, and confidence-building study structure.

The highlighted and tabbed rental books provide an organized technical and business reference library. Candidates can work repeatedly with the International Building Code, concrete and masonry codes, drywall materials, tile references, OSHA safety information, and Nevada contractor Business and Law content.

With 1 year of course access, candidates have time to revisit difficult examination categories, reinforce weaker subjects, practice code lookups, and build a consistent preparation routine.

Practice-oriented study helps candidates move beyond passive reading. Exam-style questions can help identify weak areas in drywall, tile, estimating, safety, moisture protection, carpentry, concrete, masonry, and other B-6 subjects.

Reference-navigation preparation supports efficient use of the code books permitted in the examination room. Becoming familiar with the International Building Code, ACI 318-14, and ACI 530/530.1-13 before test day can help candidates approach code questions more systematically.

The study-only references support technical knowledge that must be learned in advance. Candidates can use the OSHA, gypsum, masonry, tile, flooring, and concrete materials to reinforce concepts that will not be available for lookup during the B-6 trade examination.

Application Service is included with the Ultimate package to support candidates with organizing the Nevada contractor licensing application process while they focus on exam preparation.

By combining highlighted and tabbed rental books, 1 year of course access, Application Service, commercial remodeling study, practice-oriented preparation, approved code navigation, and Nevada Business and Law review, 1 Exam Prep provides a comprehensive preparation structure for professionals pursuing the Nevada B-6 Commercial Remodeling Contractor license.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Nevada B-6 Ultimate Exam Prep Rental?

The package includes all listed highlighted and tabbed technical and Business and Law rental books, 1 year of course access, and Application Service.

How much does the Ultimate package cost?

The package price is $2,360 plus a refundable $1,000 book deposit, for a total initial payment of $3,360.

Is the $1,000 book deposit refundable?

Yes. The $1,000 amount is identified as a refundable book deposit for this rental package.

Are all included books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. All included technical and Business and Law rental books are highlighted and tabbed.

How long should I allow for an Ultimate book package order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for Ultimate book package orders.

Is the Nevada B-6 Commercial Remodeling exam open book?

The B-6 trade examination permits specific approved code references, including the International Building Code, ACI concrete code, and ACI masonry code. The remaining listed technical books are study materials and are not allowed into the trade examination.

How many questions are on the Nevada B-6 exam?

The B-6 Commercial Remodeling Contractor examination contains 80 questions, with three hours allowed for completion.

What score is required to pass the B-6 examination?

Candidates need 56 correct answers out of 80 questions.

What is the largest B-6 exam section?

Drywall and Finishes is the largest individual category, with 17 questions.

Does the B-6 exam include tile and estimating?

Yes. Tile contains 10 questions, and Plan Reading and Estimating also contains 10 questions.

What work does the B-6 classification cover?

The B-6 classification covers qualifying commercial interior remodeling and improvement work. It does not authorize installation, removal, or modification of structural members, mechanical systems, fire protection systems, or other life-safety systems.

Is the Nevada Business and Law book included?

Yes. The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is included for Contractor Management Survey and Business and Law preparation.

Does the Ultimate package include 1 year of course access?

Yes. The package includes 1 year of course access for B-6 technical study, approved reference navigation, drywall, tile, safety, estimating, concrete, masonry, and Nevada Business and Law preparation.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with this Ultimate package.